Introducing
ILU Burundi
The International
Leadership University (ILU) is a non-denominational Christian institution
founded upon and committed to an Evangelical Statement of Faith. The Statement of Faith adheres to the
historic and orthodox Protestant doctrines which also allows for some latitude
in the understanding of these doctrines.
It was founded in
Bujumbura, Burundi and fully registered as a higher learning institution on
December 3, 2010. Its programs were recognized by the Burundi Ministry of
National Education and the Scientific Research on January 30, 2013. There are
three Schools namely: Theology; Organizational Leadership and Science of
Governance; Business Administration both on Bachelors and Masters levels.
Vision:
The Vision
of the University is Christ centered leaders, holistically transforming every
domain of society.
Mission:
The
Mission of the University is: To educate and develop Christ-like multiplying
leaders of integrity, for holistic transformation in every domain of society in
Africa and beyond.
Theory
of Change:
In order
to realize the above Vision and Mission, the University endeavors to maintain a
distinct emphasis on a balanced and integrated approach to academic excellence,
character formation, field ministry orientation and transformational leadership
development.
Core Values:
In pursuit
of this distinctive philosophy, the University seeks to adhere to the following
core values: Integrity, Biblical Stewardship, Contextual Relevance, Empowering
Leadership and Excellence.
Objectives:
a. Provide Christian higher education and
promote research primarily in the areas of theology, Christian discipleship,
and spiritual formation, research in contemporary culture, ministry skill
development and leadership.
b.
Engage
directly or in collaboration with other Christian institutions of learning, in
the discovery, transmission and preservation of knowledge for the purpose of
stimulating and enhancing the intellectual and spiritual life of Christian
believers and Church.
c.
Educate
and train students in an academic and spiritual environment that fosters and
nurtures Christian spirituality, biblical values, and Godly aspirations.
d.
Equip
students with academic and practical Christian ministry skills that enable them
to engage in effective propagation of the Gospel, discipleship of Christian
believers and to provide leadership in the Church and society in manner that
honors God and positively impacts daily life.
ILU Burundi Ownership
Campus Pour Christ, Burundi, is the owner
of the vision and assets of the institution. ILU Burundi is part of a
global consortium of educational institutions known as the International
Leadership Consortium (ILC) which facilitates the sharing of resources of the
member institutions. These institutions offer practical and effective collaboration,
including joint programs and faculty and student exchange. It also has a strong
Governing Council, in compliance with the regulations of the Burundi Ministry
of National Education and Scientific Research.