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About CENTRE FOR EXECUTIVE EDUCATION AND SOFT SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

Message from the Director

Welcome to the Centre for Executive Education and Soft Skills Development, Kaduna State University.

The Centre was established in response to a clear and pressing need within our educational system and workforce: the development of professionals who possess not only technical and academic expertise, but also the soft skills required for effective leadership, communication, collaboration, and ethical decision-making. In today’s increasingly complex and competitive environment, these competencies are no longer optional; they are essential..Read More

Our Mission

To provide structured, competency-based executive education and soft skills training that enhances leadership effectiveness, professional competence, and workplace performance, while bridging the gap between academic knowledge and real-world organisational demands in alignment with Kaduna State University’s standards and development goals.

Our Vision

To become a leading centre of excellence in executive education and soft skills development, recognised for producing ethically grounded, adaptable, and high-performing professionals and leaders who contribute meaningfully to institutional effectiveness, good governance, and sustainable national development.

Core Objectives

  • Develop Leadership Competencies
    To strengthen the leadership, decision-making, and ethical management skills of students, professionals, and institutional leaders through structured executive education programmes.

  • Enhance Soft Skills
    To equip participants with critical soft skills—including communication, teamwork, emotional intelligence, problem-solving, and digital literacy—necessary for workplace effectiveness and career advancement.

  • Bridge Academia and Industry
    To provide practical, competency-based training that aligns academic learning with the demands of industry, public institutions, and professional environments.

  • Promote Continuous Professional Development
    To facilitate lifelong learning through workshops, bootcamps, certificate programmes, and personalized coaching that address emerging skills and evolving professional requirements.

  • Support Institutional Effectiveness
    To assist organisations and higher education institutions in building human capacity, improving staff performance, and enhancing governance through tailored training solutions.

  • Ensure Quality and Relevance
    To conduct research, monitoring, and evaluation that guarantees all programmes are current, impactful, and compliant with national and international standards.

  • Foster Inclusivity and Access
    To create opportunities for participants across career stages, gender, and professional backgrounds to develop competencies essential for personal, organisational, and societal growth.

Why Soft Skills Matter

In today’s knowledge-driven economy, employers seek more than technical expertise—they want graduates who can lead teams, solve complex problems, and adapt to change.
Soft skills complement academic qualifications and are the key to career success and lifelong learning.