The DESIRED Project
The DESIRED Project is a collaborative initiative funded by the European Union under the Erasmus+ Programme, designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry practice in accounting education. The project seeks to enhance the employability of accounting graduates in Uganda and Nigeria by integrating Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) into accounting curricula, ensuring that students acquire both technical knowledge and practical workplace competencies demanded by today’s dynamic business environment.
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Impact & Ambition
The project will significantly improve graduate employability by integrating Work-Integrated Learning into accounting education, aligning it with industry needs, reducing youth unemployment, and strengthening collaboration among academic institutions, students, supervisors, employers, worksites, and international partners.
Get involved in the DESIRED Project
Are you a student, industry practitioner, trainer, or business enterprise and would like to get involved in the DESIRED Project? Join us in advancing Work-Integrated Learning and bridging the gap between academia and industry. Participate in mentorship programs, student placements, research collaborations, and professional exchanges that strengthen accounting education, enhance employability, and build sustainable partnerships across Africa and beyond.