Management
The New University of Côte d’Ivoire is guided by a dedicated team of core administrative staff and distinguished faculty members, operating under the leadership of the incumbent President, who also serves as Chairperson of the Executive Council. Together, this governance structure ensures effective decision-making and academic excellence across all university operations.
To solidify its role as a leading institution in the educational landscape, the University has developed a forward-thinking Strategic Plan. This plan reflects our commitment to contributing meaningfully to the development of human capital in Côte d’Ivoire and beyond. It was crafted through a comprehensive and inclusive consultation process involving key stakeholders from the higher education sector and the broader community.
In today’s rapidly evolving global landscape, sustainable social and economic development relies heavily on an educated, skilled, and innovative population. At New University of Côte d’Ivoire, we are committed to cultivating such a population by offering autonomous, inclusive, and responsive academic programs rooted in research and innovation. Our mission is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate and lead in the complex challenges of the 21st century.
The New University of Côte d’Ivoire recognizes that today’s social and economic challenges are being shaped by several critical global and national factors:
The accelerating pace of globalization and cross-border collaboration;
The urgent need to enhance the skills and capabilities of the Ivorian workforce to boost national productivity;
The rapid advancement of technology across all sectors;
The commitment to fulfilling the goals outlined in Côte d’Ivoire’s Sixth National Development Plan.
These evolving dynamics demand that societies—and their labor markets—become more agile, innovative, and inclusive. In this context, universities are not just centers of learning; they are catalysts for national progress.
At New University of Côte d’Ivoire, we are fully committed to supporting this transformation. We understand that to remain relevant and impactful, higher education must be inclusive, accessible, and aligned with the needs of the 21st-century learner. Our institution aims to close the gap between talent and opportunity by expanding access to quality education, including through the integration of open, flexible, and technology-enabled learning models.
Côte d’Ivoire possesses a wealth of untapped human potential. Compared to global participation rates in higher education, the country has room to grow. Addressing this gap is not only a matter of equity—it is a national imperative. That is why the New University of Côte d’Ivoire is working to build a more responsive, student-centered academic environment that empowers individuals, strengthens communities, and drives sustainable development.
