The Acting Head of Ghana Civil Service, Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darko, has praised the University of Ghana's recent decision to institute a comprehensive Internship Policy for its students.
Speaking at an event held at the University's Great Hall on Tuesday, October 24, Dr. Aggrey-Darko described the policy as a commendable and forward-thinking initiative.
The newly launched policy aims to provide all University of Ghana students with access to high-quality internship opportunities. It formalizes and organizes the approach to internships while establishing clear standards for placement supervision, evaluation, and feedback mechanisms.
Dr. Aggrey-Darkoh emphasized the policy's significance in acknowledging the changing landscape of the job market and the demands it places on graduates.
"In today's fiercely competitive job market, a mere degree is no longer sufficient to thrive," said Dr. Aggrey-Darkoh.
"The introduction of the University of Ghana's internship policy is indeed a commendable stride, ensuring that all University of Ghana students gain access to top-tier internship opportunities."
The policy highlights the vital role that real-world experience plays in preparing students for their future careers. Dr. Aggrey-Darkoh stressed that in a world where innovation and adaptability are paramount, the ability to apply knowledge in practical situations is an essential skill that students and graduates cannot afford to overlook.
The University of Ghana's internship policy is seen as a crucial step toward bridging the gap between theoretical learning and real-world application.
It is expected to not only benefit students by providing them with hands-on experience but also contribute to building a future workforce that is better equipped to meet the demands of the modern job market.
Dr. Aggrey-Darkoh's positive assessment of the University of Ghana's internship policy underscores the importance of such initiatives in preparing students for the competitive and dynamic job market.
The policy is expected to open doors for students to explore and apply their knowledge in real-world settings, enhancing their readiness for future careers.
Chairman of the Drafting Committee and Dean of the University of Ghana Business School, Prof Justice Bawole walked the gathering through the details of the framework.
According to him, the document defined internships as "work-based learning experience for students and graduates, which includes relevant and important educational components, either as part of a study curriculum, or not, and provides students/ graduates with the opportunity to gain practical experience, knowledge, and skills in their related fields of study/ profession needed to facilitate a successful transition into the job market."
On the back of this, the Dead outlined the initiative’s aim of providing a structured guide for the school’s internship programmes so that students “realise and fulfill their potential by reducing the disparity between skills and labour demands, boosting their confidence, and promoting employment among UG graduates.”
The policy was officially launched by former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo.
She expressed confidence that this development will go a long way to improve the prospects of University of Ghana students in the real world.
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