Over 6700 Guyanese to be credentialised at GOAL 2025 graduation

In a remarkable step towards improving access to tertiary education in Guyana, the Guyana Online Academy of Learning (GOAL) will be hosting its third graduation ceremony on June 9 and 10, 2025, at the National Cultural Centre.
This year’s ceremony carries special significance, as it coincides with the fifth anniversary of GOAL, a national initiative that has transformed access to tertiary education for thousands of Guyanese in every region.
Held under the theme “Enhancing the Nation’s Human Capacity,” the event will spotlight the success stories of 6,712 graduates who have completed programmes across certificate, diploma, degree, and postgraduate levels, in partnership with globally recognised institutions.
Since its inception in 2021, GOAL has focused on upskilling and empowering Guyanese citizens through online learning opportunities, equipping them with globally accredited qualifications that support personal advancement and national development.
According to GOAL, the Get Ready for Opportunity to Work (GROW) Programme will see 1,274 persons graduating; 4,244 persons graduating from certificate programmes; 150 graduates in diploma programmes; 27 persons with an associate degree; 277 graduates receiving their bachelor’s degrees; 90 graduating in postgraduate diplomas, and 920 receiving master’s degrees.
This monumental graduation, GOAL noted, underscores its commitment to supporting Guyanese of all ages and backgrounds in pursuing higher learning, regardless of geographic or economic limitations.
Through scholarships and fully funded programmes, GOAL has provided an unprecedented level of access to quality education from international institutions based in India, the Caribbean, Africa, Europe, and North America.
As GOAL celebrates five years of existence, this graduation ceremony serves not only as a tribute to the academic success of its graduates, but also as a testament to the Government of Guyana’s bold and visionary investment in human capital development.
Meanwhile, in a momentous step towards broadening educational opportunities, GOAL announced a major expansion through strategic partnerships with internationally recognised institutions.
With the inclusion of Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in Ireland, and the New Guyana School (NGS) in collaboration with Ubicua Technology, Guyanese students now have access to a wider range of academic and professional development programmes.
These partnerships mark a milestone in Guyana’s commitment to providing tuition-free, high-quality education to its citizens, and ensuring that students across all ten administrative regions benefit from internationally accredited qualifications.
Since its inception, GOAL has played a transformative role in bridging the gap between Guyanese students and global educational opportunities.
By offering a broad spectrum of professional certificate, diploma, bachelor’s and master’s programmes, the academy has positioned itself as a leader in accessible higher education. The latest expansion builds on this foundation, introducing courses in crucial and emerging fields such as applied fire safety management, biopharmaceutical processing, bridge engineering, healthcare analytics, and precision agriculture, among others.
These programmes not only enhance individual career prospects but also align with national development goals by equipping the workforce with the skills needed to drive economic growth and innovation.
GOAL’s collaboration with ATU and NGS is part of a larger initiative that includes partnerships with ten new academic institutions in 2025. The additional partners—Universidad Católica De Murcia in Spain, Western State University in California, QualiTest Inc Medical Laboratory in Guyana, West Africa South America Alliance Inc, Accountancy Training Centre Inc, MJM Accounting and Management Institute, Cacique Inc, and ARKA JAIN University in India—further expand the academy’s reach and diversity of offerings.
This strategic network of institutions underscores GOAL’s commitment to fostering a robust, globally competitive education system in Guyana.
The diverse range of courses offered through these new partnerships reflects an acute awareness of both global and local workforce demands.
The inclusion of programmes such as road and transport engineering, quantity surveying, real estate development and valuation, and drinking water treatment operations reflects a strategic effort to cultivate expertise in sectors vital to national infrastructure and development. Meanwhile, specialised programmes like professional skills for high-performance sport and electronic and computer engineering address emerging industries and technological advancements, ensuring that Guyanese professionals remain competitive in an evolving job market.
As Guyana undergoes rapid economic transformation, particularly with the growth of the oil and gas industry, the need for a highly skilled workforce has never been more pressing. GOAL’s commitment to fostering educational excellence through international partnerships positions the country as a hub for professional development and lifelong learning.
The programme’s continuous expansion signifies a proactive approach to human capital development—one that prioritises both immediate workforce needs and long-term national progress.