Integrating Business Hubs into Higher Education Institutions Curricula in Tanzania

Abstract

Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) all over the world are regarded as critical players in teaching, learning, community services and engagement. They are considered focal points in knowledge and skills acquisition and dissemination. They play a key role as community knowledge hubs and centres of excellence, not only by identifying community challenges but also by devising suitable mechanisms to address these needs. Toigo et al. (2020) and Angrisan (2023) opine that the educational landscape, particularly in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), is rapidly changing and becoming more dynamic in the face of continued growth in its efforts to maintain its position as a focal point for teaching and learning by providing community services, promoting engagement and becoming a knowledge hub capable of addressing complex community challenges. As they try to maintain their position in the community, HEIs have started to embrace campus hubs as dynamic spaces which enhance creativity, collaboration, networking and entrepreneurial spirit among students, academic staff and community members.