Company Research Report: Midlands State University (MSU)
Company Overview
- Name: Midlands State University (MSU)
- Mission: To produce holistic graduates and nurture staff who contribute to the industrialisation and modernisation of the economy through a research and innovation culture.
- Vision: To be a leading, innovative, technologically driven, and entrepreneurial world-class university.
- Core Values:
- Ubuntu/Unhu
- Hard work
- Teamwork
- Respect
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Inclusivity & Diversity
- Gender Equality and Equity
- Accountability
- Responsiveness
- Founded: The establishment of the university as Zimbabwe's third state university was formalized through the State University in the Midlands Act of April 1999. However, the formative processes started in 1998 when Gweru Teachers College began offering degrees in collaboration with the University of Zimbabwe.
- Founder: The foundation of the university was born out of initiatives converging in the Midlands Province, notably advocated by the national and provincial political leadership, including the nudging of former President R. G. Mugabe.
- Key People:
- Professor Victor Ngonidzashe Muzvidziwa: Vice-Chancellor
- Professor Grace Mugumbate: Pro Vice Chancellor - Research, Innovation, and Industrialisation
- Professor Mcebisi Maphosa: Pro Vice-Chancellor, Academic Affairs and Administration
- Dr. Gift Manyatera: Pro Vice-Chancellor - Infrastructure and Campus Development
- Mr. Tinashe Zishiri: Registrar
- Mrs. Siphumuzile Ncube: Bursar
- Headquarters: Gweru, Zimbabwe.
- Number of Employees: No information is available.
- Revenue: No information is available.
- Notable for: Known for its commitment to research and innovation, highlighted by initiatives such as the Innovation Hub and its significant contributions to national objectives such as Vision 2030.
Products
Faculties and Institutes:
- Faculties:
- Agriculture, Environment and Natural Resources Management
- Arts and Humanities
- Built Environment, Art and Design
- Business Sciences
- Education
- Engineering and Geosciences
- Graduate School of Business Leadership
- Law
- Medicine and Health Sciences
- Science and Technology
- Social Sciences
- Institutes:
- MSU Gender Institute
- MSU National Language Institute
- MSU Tugwi-Mukosi Multidisciplinary Research Institute
- Centre for Public Policy and Devolution
- Key Features:
- Comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs
- Strong focus on research and community engagement
- Innovation-driven approach to education and degree offerings
- Large digital repository and library services
Recent Developments
- Innovation Awards:
- MSU was recognized in multiple categories at the Presidential Innovation Fair on September 18, 2024, securing placements in the Health, Arts and Humanities, and Young/Early Career Innovator categories.
- Mobile Library Application:
- On September 11, 2024, MSU launched "MyLibrary," a mobile library application developed under its Innovation Hub, enhancing student access to library resources via mobile devices.
- Training Workshop:
- In September 2024, MSU hosted a National Multiplication Training Workshop to bolster quality assurance skills across higher education institutions in Zimbabwe.
- Mental Health Initiatives:
- In October 2024, MSU actively participated in World Mental Health Day to prioritize mental well-being in academic settings.
- No Information is Available for:
- New products launched
- New features added to existing products
- New partnerships
This report highlights the core structure and recent achievements of Midlands State University. The university remains pivotal in Zimbabwe's educational landscape, contributing significantly to research and innovation, aligning with national aspirations of modernisation and industrialisation.
