{"id":992,"date":"2024-05-17T06:36:55","date_gmt":"2024-05-17T06:36:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/open.ac.mu\/?page_id=992"},"modified":"2025-04-29T10:24:38","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T10:24:38","slug":"who-we-are","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/open.ac.mu\/?page_id=992","title":{"rendered":"Who We Are"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/open.ac.mu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Who-we-are_.webp&#8221; background_position=&#8221;center_right&#8221; min_height=&#8221;550px&#8221; min_height_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; min_height_phone=&#8221;&#8221; min_height_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; background_enable_image_tablet=&#8221;off&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;display: flex;&#8221; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; da_exit_intent=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_close=&#8221;on&#8221; da_alt_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_dark_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_not_modal=&#8221;on&#8221; da_is_singular=&#8221;off&#8221; da_with_loader=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_shadow=&#8221;on&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;right&#8221; header_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;48px&#8221; header_line_height=&#8221;1.2em&#8221; header_font_size_tablet=&#8221;38px&#8221; header_font_size_phone=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>Who We Are<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; da_exit_intent=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_close=&#8221;on&#8221; da_alt_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_dark_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_not_modal=&#8221;on&#8221; da_is_singular=&#8221;off&#8221; da_with_loader=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_shadow=&#8221;on&#8221;][et_pb_row make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;align-items: center;&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#4f4f4f&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.6em&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; header_2_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; header_2_text_color=&#8221;#08387f&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;40px&#8221; header_2_line_height=&#8221;1.2em&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;justified&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; animation_direction=&#8221;right&#8221; text_font_size_tablet=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_font_size_phone=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; header_2_font_size_tablet=&#8221;36px&#8221; header_2_font_size_phone=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_2_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;font-weight: 400;&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>About Open University of Mauritius<\/h2>\n<p>OU has redefined the landscape of higher education. With a diverse array of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including PhD and DBA, along with a myriad of short courses, OU has pioneered a unique blend of open and distance learning that seamlessly integrates education, work, and life commitments. OU\u2019s influence transcends borders, attracting learners from every corner of the globe, including Canada, Dubai, India, South Africa, Seychelles, Kenya, and beyond. 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custom_css_main_element=&#8221;font-weight: 400;&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]The Open University of Mauritius (OU), established on 12 July 2012 under the Open University of Mauritius Act 2010, evolved from the Mauritius College of the Air (MCA), itself established in 1971 to promote education through mass media.\u00a0<br \/>\n\u00a0<br \/>\nSince its inception, OU has been hosting several significant events, reinforcing its commitment to academic collaboration and institutional growth. In 2014, the University organised the Distance Education Association of Southern Africa (DEASA) conference, and afterwards, it conducted a number of Continuous Medical Education (CME) classes for doctors until 2020. Amongst other significant events, OU co-hosted three international conferences (e-MIG) with the University of KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa), strengthening its global academic partnerships. It is also worth noting that, in 2015, OU was first public university to be ISO certified.\u00a0\u00a0<br \/>\n\u00a0<br \/>\nUnder the leadership of its Founder Director-General, Dr Kaviraj Sharma Sukon, OU held its first graduation ceremony in July 2015, honouring 498 graduates and awarding an honorary doctorate to Nobel Laureate in Literature (2008), Dr Jean-Marie Gustave Le Cl\u00e9zio. In 2019, Professor Asha Kanwar, CEO of the Commonwealth of Learning (Canada), also received the award of\u00a0Doctor Honoris Causa\u00a0from OU, further highlighting the University\u2019s global reach and partnerships.\u00a0<br \/>\n\u00a0<br \/>\nThe University recently implemented an advanced learning management system,\u00a0Blackboard Ultra, and a sophisticated Student Information Management System (SIMS), showcasing its dedication to innovation and educational excellence.\u00a0<br \/>\n\u00a0<br \/>\nThe Open University of Mauritius grew steadily over the years and maintained the highest student enrolment among public universities in Mauritius.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/open.ac.mu\/wp-content\/uploads\/img1710241126.webp&#8221; title_text=&#8221;img1710241126&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_4,3_4&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; disabled=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/open.ac.mu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Prof-Dr-K-Bhujun-Office-in-ChargeOIC.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Prof (Dr) K Bhujun, Office in Charge(OIC)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#4f4f4f&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.6em&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;justified&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;zoom&#8221; text_font_size_tablet=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_font_size_phone=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;font-weight: 400;&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The post of Director-General of the Open University of Mauritius is currently vacant.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Prof (Dr) K Bhujun, Director of Tertiary and Scientific Research<\/b><\/strong> at the Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology is the current Officer-in-Charge of the Open University of Mauritius since 18 October 2024.<strong><em><b><i>\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><em><b><i>Prof. Kiran Bhujun,<\/i><\/b><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><em><b><i>Officer-in-Charge<\/i><\/b><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><em><b><i>Open University of Mauritius\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Professor Kiran Bhujun, with over 25 years of extensive experience spanning diverse sectors and institutions, is a distinguished leader in higher education policy and administration. As the Director of the Tertiary Education and Scientific Research Division within the Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology of the Republic of Mauritius &#8211; a role he has held since 2016 &#8211; Professor Bhujun has been instrumental in shaping the nation&#8217;s educational landscape.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; disabled=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#4f4f4f&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.6em&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;justified&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;zoom&#8221; text_font_size_tablet=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_font_size_phone=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;font-weight: 400;&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Between February 2020 and February 2022, Professor Bhujun held the position of Vice-Chancellor and Director of AMITY (Mauritius) and Director of AMITY Global Business School in Mauritius, extending his oversight to AMITY\u2019s operations in Kenya and South Africa. Prior to this, he served as Officer-in-Charge at the University of Technology, Mauritius (UTM), the nation\u2019s second-largest public university, on secondment from the Government of Mauritius. From July 2018 to August 2019, he led transformative initiatives at UTM, streamlining processes, bolstering efficiency, accountability, and policy adherence. His strategic vision invigorated the institution, fostering collaboration among stakeholders and assembling a robust team to drive long-term growth.<\/p>\n<p>Professor Bhujun\u2019s experience extends beyond academia. He has served in key roles such as Project Manager at the Prime Minister&#8217;s Office and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Registrar of the Council of Registered Professional Engineers of Mauritius, and Deputy Director and Registrar of the Mauritius Qualifications Authority, which oversees TVET regulation in the country. His expertise also spans contract management and law consulting, with prior service as a Senior Civil Engineer in the Ministry of Public Infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p>His academic qualifications cover a wide array of disciplines, including law, civil engineering, business administration, project management, and higher education governance. A dedicated advocate for institutional efficiency and the democratisation of research funding, Professor Bhujun is committed to supporting the advancement of researchers at every level. Driven by his core belief in the power of individual impact for societal benefit, he embraces the principle, \u201cA single candle can light the world,\u201d which encapsulates his approach to selfless leadership and service.<\/p>\n<p>His Educational and Professional certifications are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tech in Civil Engineering \u2013 IIT Kanpur, India<\/li>\n<li>B \u2013 University of London, UK<\/li>\n<li>MBA \u2013 University of Mauritius<\/li>\n<li>PhD in Higher Education Governance \u2013 Murdoch University, Australia<\/li>\n<li>Chartered Engineer (CEng) \u2013 Institution of Engineer India<\/li>\n<li>Project Management Professional (PMP) \u2013 PMI USA<\/li>\n<li>Registered Professional Engineer (RPEM) \u2013 Mauritius<\/li>\n<li>Fellow \u2013 Institution of Engineers, Mauritius<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;2&#8243; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;zoom&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#f2fbff&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;40px|20px|40px|20px|false|false&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;off|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Fastest Growing University&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/open.ac.mu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Group-115298.svg&#8221; icon_alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; header_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; header_text_color=&#8221;#08387f&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; header_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; body_text_align=&#8221;justify&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#4f4f4f&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_line_height=&#8221;1.6em&#8221; header_font_size_tablet=&#8221;16px&#8221; header_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; header_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;14px&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;14px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;font-weight: 400;&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; transform_styles__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|hover&#8221; transform_scale__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|hover&#8221; transform_translate__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; transform_rotate__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; transform_skew__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; transform_origin__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; transform_scale__hover=&#8221;90%|90%&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accessibility, Quality, Affordability, Flexibility<\/strong><br \/>Since its establishment in 2012, the Open University of Mauritius (OU) has been a pioneer in open and distance learning, providing flexible and accessible education to learners in Mauritius and beyond. In 2025, operating under the aegis of the\u00a0<strong>Ministry of Tertiary Education, Science and Research<\/strong>, OU has grown into a leading institution, empowering individuals to achieve their academic and professional goals. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, the university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including PhDs and DBAs, as well as short courses designed to meet the evolving needs of learners and industries. Over the past 13 years, OU has welcomed more than\u00a0<strong>13,000 learners<\/strong>, making it the fastest-growing public university in Mauritius. Dedicated to continuous improvement, OU integrates cutting-edge technology into its learning experience through platforms like\u00a0<em>OU&#8217;Learn Blackboard<\/em>, enabling seamless online education. Furthermore, as the only\u00a0<strong>ISO 9001:2015 certified<\/strong>\u00a0public university in Mauritius, OU upholds the highest standards of quality and efficiency. With a strong vision for the future, the Open University of Mauritius continues to transcend\u00a0boundaries, fostering knowledge, innovation, and success on both a local and global scale.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#f2fbff&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;40px|20px|40px|20px|false|false&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;off|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Pioneering ISO-Certified Public University in Mauritius&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/open.ac.mu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Group-115298.svg&#8221; icon_alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; header_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; header_text_color=&#8221;#08387f&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; header_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; body_text_align=&#8221;justify&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#4f4f4f&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_line_height=&#8221;1.6em&#8221; header_font_size_tablet=&#8221;16px&#8221; header_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; header_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;14px&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;14px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;font-weight: 400;&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; transform_styles__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|hover&#8221; transform_scale__hover=&#8221;90%|90%&#8221; transform_scale__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|hover&#8221; transform_translate__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; transform_rotate__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; transform_skew__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; transform_origin__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221;]The Open University of Mauritius (OU) stands at the forefront of higher education, committed to excellence in learning experiences. On 3 July 2015, OU became the first tertiary education institution in Mauritius to achieve ISO certification, a landmark achievement reflecting its dedication to quality education. Since then, the University has continually improved its standards, transitioning from ISO 9001:2008 to ISO 9001:2015 certification. 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