The Mission of MUM: Tensions, Promises and ChallengesBy Prof. Hamza Mustafa Njozi,Vice Chancellor, MUM

Introduction MUM was launched in 2004 by the Muslim

Development Foundation [ MDF ]. It began admitting 166 students in 2005 to pursue

studies in 3 inaugural programs: B.A (Ed.); B.A in Islamic Studies with Education; and B.A (Mass Communication)

Introduction Contd. MUM has since added 4 other programs: Bachelor

of Science with Education; LLB (Law and Shariah); Bachelor of Business Studies; and B.A in Languages & Interpretation.

The enrolment has swelled from 166 to 3000. MUM’s sixth graduation ceremony shall be on 9th

November 2013, Insha-Allah, with the VC of Northwestern University, Kano as the Guest of honor.

Vision Statement of MUM “MUM seeks to become a higher center of

excellence with cutting edge programs, responsive to the needs of individual and the nation in a globalized world under the guidance of Islamic values.”

MUM Mission Statement “To contribute to national efforts to produce

highly educated and well trained human resources inculcated with appropriate aptitudes and attitudes for the material, moral and spiritual development of the society by upholding the highest standards of teaching, learning, research, outreach and consultancy in the provision of holistic and well integrated education and training.”

Strategies for Teaching and Learning To achieve recognition for superior

accomplishments in teaching and learning. MUM requires professors to continually hone

their teaching skills and continually refine knowledge in their disciplines; and should use outcomes assessment for purposes of continuous assessment.

MUM carries out periodic pedagogical peer reviews for all academic members of staff.

Improving Pedagogy MUM has benefitted from the experience of IUIU;

IIUM; IUA; and other long-established universities. A professor from IUIU conducted a workshop on

Current Trends in Micro-Teaching (2007) 2008 an expert from Westminster University, Dr.

Sarah Cathew carried out an academic audit

Pedagogy II 2008 Head of MUM QA Unit went to

Germany for a 2-week workshop on Institutional Review (IUCEA)

2007 Intensive 2-month program for Masscom students by professionals.(Shaka Ssali of VOA & Nizaar Nadiawalla of IRF/Peace TV

Moot Courts local & international

Pedagogy Contd. 2009 IIUM shared with MUM their experience on

how to develop CBT and CBA MUM requested Prof. Omar H. Kasule’s advice on

developing a vibrant campus life December 2012 a statutory academic audit was

carried out by experts from IIUM and UDSM Their recommendations have been accepted.

Comprehensive Review From November 2013 MUM sets out to

carry out a comprehensive review of all its programs.

The idea is to focus more on actual outcomes than on processes and inputs.

Not on what professors do or should do but on what the students actually learn

Our graduates still fall short of our ideal

MUM Achievements MUM graduates compare favorably with those

from other universities Their outstanding performance in post-graduate

studies in other universities within and outside Tanzania is one indicator

The majority of them are doing well in their respective fields and some of them are holding responsible positions.

Selling point: moral integrity & good w/habits.

MUM Challenges MUM’s initial academic standing has attracted

many applicants to seek admission. The total enrolment has swelled from 166 in 2005

to 3100 in 2013 The expanded enrolments have not gone hand in

hand with improved teaching & learning facilities. Yet, with only 3000 students, MUM is still too

small

The Biggest Challenge MUM’s biggest challenge now is staff

development. Tz is facing this challenge, both in

numbers and quality. MUM staff helping SUA.

As an Islamic institution we also demand that all our staff should have a firm grounding in the basic teachings of Islam and its philosophy.

Future Prospects To overcome the financial stress, MUM is

considering the possibilities of generating resources by using the comparative advantage of the country.

MUM has acquired land in Kilwa; Lindi; Kigamboni Dar es Salaam; and Tabora for establishing constituent colleges.

The idea is to conceive economic ventures to finance the expansion of MUM

Administration block : 22 offices

Facilities available:Facilities available:

Lecture Theatre Block: has 3 Conference Rooms each with seating capacity of 150 and lecture theatre with seating capacity of 300

Classroom Blocks: 2 – each with 4 rooms; seating capacity of 75, one is a computer room

Hostels: 4, have a total of 1000 beds

Cafeteria: Capacity - 500 people

Library with capacity of 300 users

Mass Communication Building

FACULTY OF SCIENCE BLOCK

Contact:Muslim University of Morogoro

P. O. Box 1031, MorogoroTanzania

Email: mum@mum.ac.tzWebsite: www.mum.ac.tz

Tel. No. +255 023 2600285, 2600256 Fax No. +255 023 2600286

WABILLAH TAWFIQ Thank you for coming!