Graduates’ and Schools’ Managers' Perceptions of the Role of Industrial-Based Training in Technical Vocational Education and Training, Rwanda

Studying perceptions of stakeholders and beneficiaries is important in framing the system improving outcome. This study sought to appraise graduates TVET school managers vis-à-vis Industrial-Based Training (IBT) use schools Rwanda. A mixed method was used, data were collected from both managers. Research instruments questionnaire surveys follow-up in-depth interviews. Findings revealed that 83.2 % appreciated IBT program. Similarly, about two-thirds (73.4%) sampled communicated provided them with necessary skills for self-employment. Most (84%) affirmed by institutions are highly demanded labor market, have opportunities market. The present recommends more partnerships resources enable be well established among schools. Keywords: Training, TVET, Graduates, School Managers, Rwanda