Harvarde College of Science, Business and Management Studies, Obada, Abeokuta, Ogun State,has announced its readiness to begin the Higher National Diploma (HND) programme in Law, with its proposal already submitted to the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
The Provost of the institution, Dr. Oluwatosin Adebayo, disclosed this during a press conference and facility tour organised by the Public Relations and Strategic Communication Unit of the school.
According to Adebayo, Harvarde College is among the select institutions scheduled for NBTE resource inspection, a critical step towards full accreditation to offer the HND in Law. The development follows the NBTE’s recent approval for two polytechnics to commence the National Diploma (ND) in Law.
He added “in the next two years, these institutions, including ours, are expected to begin the HND in Law,” Aderavo stated. “We have already submitted our proposal, and we are prepared to meet the standards of NBTE.”
He noted that the institution had undergone significant reforms in infrastructure, curriculum, and faculty development in readiness for this academic expansion.
During the facility tour, journalists were shown state-of-the-art resources including digital radio and television studios for the Mass Communication Department, a clinic, an ICT centre housing over 400 multimedia systems, and a modern banking laboratory.
Dr. Adebayo further highlighted the college’s transformation from a university study centre into a fully accredited polytechnic offering both ND and HND programmes, adding that the institution has weathered past challenges and is now focused on capacity building and innovation.
“We are not only expanding our programmes but also investing in technology-driven education,” she said.
“Our classrooms are fully air-conditioned, our lecturers are undergoing continuous training, and we are leveraging digital platforms, virtual and augmented reality, and e-learning systems to deliver 21st-century education.”
He also stressed the institution’s partnerships with industries and local and international institutions aimed at promoting research, entrepreneurship, and staff development.
Harvarde College, he emphasized, remains fully committed to regulatory compliance with agencies such as NBTE, JAMB, and ITF, stating that all programmes undergo regular accreditation and re-accreditation.
While calling for renewed commitment to educational advancement in the South-West region, Dr. Aderavo urged stakeholders to support institutions like Harvarde College in building on the legacy of academic excellence laid by past generations.
“As an academic institution committed to preparing students for tomorrow’s leadership, we urge all stakeholders to join hands in rebuilding and strengthening education in our region,” she said.
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