Need For Competent, Competitive Human Capital

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Need For Competent, Competitive Human Capital

30 août 2021 05:13

The rush for competitive entrance examinations into these institutions is not only informed by the quest for employment but also for professional aptitude.

With the publication of results of end of course examinations like the GCE Advanced Level and Baccalaureate, thousands of young Cameroonians are knocking the doors of professional training schools in diverse speciality in the country. This is further compounded by the launching of competitive entrance examinations into these training institutions, some of which provides opportunities for direct employment into the Public Service.

Apart from securing a public service registration number, many other youth have the zeal to become professionals in various fields of work. Hence the need for professional training spurs thousands of youth to seek admission into professional training institutions like National Advanced School of Engineering, Public Works, Journalism, International Relations, Forestry and Agriculture, amongst others. However, to gain access into these professional training institutions, there is a price tag candidates must pay. From registration fee for the exams, compilation of documents, transportation cost to examination centres and annual tuition fee when finally admitted, candidates spend quite a fortune. But the amount spent cannot be equated to the professional skills acquired which ushers them into the work world.

As Cameroon strive to attain an emerging country status by 2035, the need of competent human resource is imperative. This explains why Chapter 4 of the National Development Strategy 2020-2030, which is the new blueprint document for development orientation, harps on the development of human capital and well-being. The structural transformation of the n...