Workforce development and higher education in Ghana: A symmetrical relationship between industry and higher education institutions

Author:

Owusu-Agyeman Yaw1ORCID,Fourie-Malherbe Magda2

Affiliation:

1. University of the Free State, South Africa

2. Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Abstract

This article is based on an empirical study of the importance of a symmetrical relationship between higher education institutions (HEIs) and cognate industry in Ghana. Using social capital theory as the theoretical underpinning of the study, the authors investigate how social structure and networks serve to explain HEI–industry relationships. The research follows a mixed-methods approach for gathering and analysing data from students, academics and industry representatives. The results suggest that the current relationships between HEIs and industry in Ghana could be improved through joint agreements, academic engagement and the development of policies that create synergy between the two entities. Additionally, the benefits to HEIs from such symmetrical relationships include the development of students’ employability skills and technology proficiency as well as the contribution of industry experts to educational programmes. The authors discuss the implications of their findings in relation to theory, practice and future research.

Publisher

SAGE Publications

Subject

Education,Business and International Management

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