About Us
Welcome to Rugando Technical Institute (RTI)
Rugando Technical Institute (RTI) is a government-founded institution established in 1982 under the laws of Uganda. As a registered institute of higher learning, RTI was created with a strong mandate to provide practical, skills-based training aimed at addressing national and global workforce needs. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, the institute equips learners with market-relevant skills that give them a competitive edge in their respective fields. Our programs are designed to produce highly capable professionals who are not only effective in their chosen careers but are also prepared for diverse and flexible employment opportunities in an increasingly globalized world.
With technology mainstreamed into all our programmes, our trainings are focused on both individual skills, as well as organisational training, with individuals trained at our campus in Kampala, and online for long-distance learning, whereas for organisations/enterprises, trainings are conducted at either our clients’ premises of choice, at our training campus. An option for online delivery is also available unto those that might find it as the more convenient option.
Our organisational training programmes comes in form of custom-tailored courses for employees or stakeholders, thereby equipping them with trending marketplace skills and knowledge towards enhanced efficiency and productivity in the workplace.
RTI boasts of a diverse clientele base, ranging from government agencies and parastatals, civil society organisations (NGOs), private business enterprises/companies, as well as individuals.
What we aspire to
Our Moto, Vision, and Mission
We are guided by our aspirations and a genuine desire to have a positive impact on the education and future of those we serve. Below is our moto, vision and mission.
Our Motto
“Courage and Wisdom”
Our Mission
To provide trainees with globally competitive technical consultancy services for sustainable development
Our Vision
To be recognised globally as a centre of excellence in the technical and vocational training, innovation and technology.
What we believe in
Our Values
Built on the vision that education serves as a keystone in improving society and building better futures for all, we commit to our core values of:
- Excellence
We strive for excellence in all our academic pursuits. We are committed to innovation in our teaching, research, and outreach to our communities. We commit to continuous self-improvement to achieve excellence in all our endeavors.
- Ethics and Dignity
We are committed to the highest standards of honesty, fairness, respect, and professional and scholarly ethics. We value the dignity and worth of all people. We expect all of our conduct to be based on integrity, mutual respect, and civility, and that conduct is driven by the highest ethical standards.
- Diversity
We embrace all aspects of human diversity and value its necessity to ensure a vibrant learning community. We are committed to providing a college community that is supportive, safe, and welcoming. We are committed to ensuring intercultural and international diversity in our curriculum and our people.
- Student Focus
We are committed to fostering the professional and personal growth of all students and our fellow colleagues by promoting lifelong learning and leadership development. These interests are the primary focus of Institute decisions and activities.
- Collaboration and Innovation
We commit to collaborative working with partners and stakeholders, and harnessing the power of innovation to improve education and the quality of life for all.