ENUGU, ENUGU STATE– The Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu, has participated in a tactical scholastic collaboration with the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) to provide specialised top-up degree programs and postgraduate studies.
The Memorandum of Comprehending (MoU), signed on Thursday, March 26, 2026, marks a significant intervention in bridging the long-standing credentials space in between Greater National Diploma (HND) holders and university degree graduates in Nigeria.
The Rector of IMT described the arrangement as a historical milestone, stressing that the collaboration is rooted in a shared vision for human capital advancement and scholastic inclusivity.
Redefining the HND-B. Sc Path
The partnership is specifically developed to get rid of professional barriers that have actually traditionally limited the career development of polytechnic graduates.
Under this structured top-up framework, HND holders from throughout the country can now update their certifications to Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc.) or Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degrees through UNICROSS.
This initiative attends to the HND/B. Sc. dichotomy by producing a smooth shift for trainees seeking to align their useful technical training with university academic accreditation.
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Secret Features of the IMT-UNICROSS Alliance:
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Credentials Upgrade: Conversion of HND certificates to complete University Degrees.
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Postgraduate Growth: Access to Master’s and Doctorate research studies in over 20 academic disciplines.
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Research study Synergy: Joint utilisation of facilities to reinforce native research capacity.
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Worldwide Competitiveness: Curricula developed to gear up graduates with innovative abilities for the modern-day labor force.
Representing the Vice-Chancellor of UNICROSS, the Director of the Centre for Educational Solutions, Dr Nsed Ayip Akonjom, revealed the university’s interest for the job.
He reassured the IMT management that UNICROSS would supply the administrative and scholastic attention required to ensure the programme preserves the highest global standards.
The Rector of IMT further noted that the success of the alliance would be anchored on shared trust and a commitment to maintaining strenuous quality control throughout all taking part departments.
The collaboration is anticipated to activate a surge in enrollment for the 2026/2027 academic session, as countless HND graduates look for to utilize this new window for expert and academic advancement.