Prospects, Challenges and Strategies of Internationalization of University Education in Kenya

Hezekiah Adwar Othoo – Department of Education Psychology, Management and Policy Studies – Alupe University College
James Ochieng Sika – Department of Education Management and Foundations – Maseno University, Kenya
Email: hezruakas@gmail.com/ drjamessika@hayoo.com

Abstract: Education has become more international and in this millennium, governments have laid emphasis on internationalization of higher education through international co-operation and exchange. In Kenya, institutions and universities have developed their own strategies to internalize their research, teaching and service. The process of globalization renews roles and responsibilities of universities following the rapid expansion of various programmes offered at the Kenyan universities due to increase in student enrollment and opening of new campuses. It follows that Universities are operating in an economic challenging environment which demands excellence in all services being offered. This paper seeks to answer the following questions: What are the prospects of internationalization of Kenyan universities? What are the strategies for internalization of Kenyan universities? What are the challenges facing internationalization of Kenyan Universities? In this study, full systematic review technique involving the use of precise methods to gather information and access results of research publication was used. The study concludes that implementation components of strategic plans and feedback mechanism are vital for improvement in presence, impact, openness and excellence in practice globally. The study recommends that adoption of pro – active approach through internship programs, research, innovation and creativity are necessary for improving internalization of Kenyan universities.