The Institut supérieur des sciences, des technologies et des métiers (ISTM) in Chad organized a validation workshop for its training programs on September 26, 2026, in N'Djaména's 1st arrondissement. The workshop, themed "Examen, harmonisation et validation des programmes de formation de l'ISTM," aimed to examine and validate the institute's educational documents. This initiative seeks to ensure the programs align with the needs of the job market and professional realities.
During the opening ceremony, Professor Malloum Sultan, president of ISTM's scientific and pedagogical council, emphasized the need for guidelines adapted to the institute's proposed training programs. He highlighted the importance of coherent curricula, relevant teaching units, and a balance between theoretical and practical instruction. Sultan also stressed the value of exchanges between experts, qualified teachers, and professionals in achieving the project's success.
Dr. Hassan Mahamat Souleymane, ISTM's director-general, explained that the institute's creation stems from the conviction that Chad's sustainable development relies on competent, qualified, and job-market-adapted human resources. He stated that the validation process ensures the proposed training programs meet the needs of the job market, public administrations, and organizations. This approach will enable ISTM to develop relevant programs in areas such as business, technology, and digital economy.
The workshop brought together experts, teachers, and professionals to review and validate ISTM's training programs. Participants were encouraged to leverage their diverse experiences and specialties to contribute to the project's success. The director-general thanked the attendees for their availability and contributions to examining the training programs.
ISTM aims to develop training programs that address the needs of the job market and professional environments. The institute's focus on business, technology, and digital economy fields reflects its commitment to providing relevant and in-demand training. By validating its programs, ISTM ensures that its graduates will possess the necessary skills and competencies to succeed in their chosen careers.
The validation workshop is a crucial step in ISTM's development, as it enables the institute to refine its training programs and ensure their quality. This process also demonstrates ISTM's dedication to collaboration and partnership with professionals, experts, and stakeholders in the education sector. By working together, ISTM and its partners can create effective training programs that support Chad's sustainable development.
The workshop's outcomes will inform ISTM's future training programs, enabling the institute to adapt to changing job market demands and professional requirements. By prioritizing relevance, quality, and effectiveness, ISTM is poised to make a positive impact on Chad's education landscape and contribute to the country's economic growth and development.
Key points
- ISTM's validation workshop ensures training programs meet job market needs.
- The institute focuses on business, technology, and digital economy fields.
- Collaboration with experts and professionals is key to ISTM's success.
