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Alumni Survey

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This survey will expire on 30 Jun 2026.

Introduction

Introduction

INTRODUCTION

Dear Alumnus,

Thank you for taking the time to respond to this survey. It has been created in partnership with the IFC, a member of the World Bank Group. We are working with IFC to review our employability policies and practices for students. Questions in this survey focus on how our institution prepared you for the job market. Your honest and direct feedback is appreciated, to help us understand both strengths and weaknesses in our approach.

The survey should take 5 minutes to complete. Your responses are anonymous and data will only be analyzed in the aggregate.

More information about IFC and the Vitae employability initiative can be found here.

Thank you for your participation.

Demographic Questions

DEMOGRAPHIC Questions
What is your gender?
What is your current age range?
Were you the first person in your family to attend a tertiary educational institution?
In which faculty are/were you enrolled?
In which programme are/were you enrolled?
What was the format of your program?
Did you graduate from this institution?
In what year did you graduate?
Why did you not graduate from this institution?
Did you have a tertiary level diploma/degree/qualification before enrolling in this program?
How many years of relevant work experience did you have before enrolling in this program?
Were you employed while you were a student?
If you were employed, did your employer pay the fees for the program?
To obtain first degree/certification To get a good job To change my career To increase my earnings To qualify for a promotion or advancement in my current place of employment For personal growth and learning To start my own business

Skills and Educational Experience

Skill and Educational Experience
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (Communication Skills) Ability to think critically and analytically (Analytical and learning skills) Time management skills Entrepreneurial skills Technical knowledge of major field of study Collaboration and working in teams Leadership and social influence Ability to communicate using a computer, browser, email and basic professional software applications (Communication using digital skills) Ability to use digital technology to plan and complete projects, including assignments and group work (Content creation using digital skills) Ability to assist with routine technical problems in a device, program, or application (Problem solving using digital skills) Knowledge of the basic steps to protect your devices, credentials, and private information online (Safety using digital skills)
Study abroad? Have an internship / apprenticeship / traineeship? Receive hands on experience in labs / workshop / studios, etc.? Participate in community service?

Employment

Employment
What is your employment status?
What is the main reason you are not employed [select all that apply]:
Do you consider your employment to be:
In what sector are you employed? Mark the best answer.
What is your current gross monthly salary range?
How long did it take you to find employment post completion of studies?
You indicated that you secured employment before completing your studies. Which of the following best describes your employment situation immediately after completion?
How did you find your current job? Mark the best answer.
To what extent has your job required you to acquire NEW skills since graduation?
Program content was in line with requirements in my industry The practical skills I developed in my program were relevant to the job market Overall quality of instruction was strong Equipment used was up to date Preparation for the job market was strong Weight

Career Guidance and Support

CAREER GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT
I am satisfied with the quality of career guidance provided by this institution:
This institution provides students with sufficient opportunities to interact with hiring companies and potential employers:
Did the career services at your institution assist you to find a job?

Alumni Participation

Alumni Participation
Today, how connected do you feel to the institution?
Have you attended any events organized by the institution since graduation?
Would you be interested in supporting current students by providing career guidance?

Impact

IMPACT
How did you pay the fees for the program? [select all that apply]
Thinking about your career since you completed studies, which of the following is a result of your education at this institution [select all that apply]:
Did the benefits you received from attending the institution outweigh the financial costs to you and your family?
How does your overall experience at this institution match your expectations prior to enrollment?
Would you recommend this institution to others?