Empowering students with innovative skills, practical training, and entrepreneurial mindset — The Centre for Entrepreneurship Studies equips learners to create opportunities, drive economic development, and succeed in a dynamic global market.
Prof. Onyechi L. Uzoka
Prof. Onyechi L. Uzoka is the Director of the Centre for Entrepreneurship Studies at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University. A distinguished academic and entrepreneurial strategist, Prof. Uzoka is known for his impactful contributions to enterprise development and innovation-driven education.
Under his visionary leadership, the Centre empowers students with hands-on skills, creative thinking, and business acumen. He is committed to cultivating a generation of innovators and business leaders equipped to drive sustainable economic growth and societal transformation.
HOD, Skill Acquisition
Faculty Officer/Secretary
Admin Officer, ICT Unit
Secretary, Driving School
Desk Officer
Manager, Driving School
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Established in 2012, the Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) stands as a beacon of academic excellence and innovation. It is dedicated to nurturing a new generation of entrepreneurs who will drive sustainable national growth and development.
Date of Creation: 2012
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Mission: To proactively provide a stable framework for the research, teaching, and learning of entrepreneurial processes, structures, environments, and individuals, aligned with national development and NUC's strategy for sustainable entrepreneurial development.
Philosophy: Centered on values of innovation, resilience, and community impact, guiding all operations and ensuring the Centre remains at the cutting edge of entrepreneurial education.