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Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by AbusM(m): 9:53pm On Nov 25, 2017 |
This applies not only to the Nigerian employment market. A lot of graduates turn out from school and wonder why they can't get good jobs or just any job at all... without asking themselves what skills they have at first. A lot even travel out and expect to get a decent job with just their degrees.. Time has changed... even if you had a B. A. in yoruba or Igbo, you still need practical skill's proof to show you can be a teacher or something else. You need something to show yourself approved simply put. 1 Like |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by AbusM(m): 10:06pm On Nov 25, 2017 |
I'm sure you don't fully understand what the OP is passing across. The first class is just an advantage. An advantage to get you the prospective employers' audience and you WILL be required to show yourself approved afterwards. Who is a first class graduate without communication skills? Who is a first class graduate that cannot propose a game changing idea to a challenging business scenario? Who is a first class graduate that cannot use excel or powerBI to make graphic presentations? Jobs are not about reading, solving mathematics or cramming. They are about doing things to contribute to the successes of companies and making them stay ahead of their competition... So the advantage (first class degree) is NEVER enough. .. forget how e take happen! oyb: 3 Likes |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by poposki33: 10:23pm On Nov 25, 2017 |
I think what is really important here is 'begging for a job" whatever class you may fall because psychologically you are also showing that you are cheap |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Nobody: 10:34pm On Nov 25, 2017 |
Open letter to second class lower and third class graduates.... |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by millionboi2: 10:41pm On Nov 25, 2017 |
oyb:thy are many 1st class now and companies can not employ all same time. #honestly u are d educated illiterate,for not knowing how things work within u. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by millionboi2: 10:45pm On Nov 25, 2017 |
TechEnthusiast:thats it. Things are no more d way it use to be. #reality 101 1 Like |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by nuelyoyo(m): 10:45pm On Nov 25, 2017 |
TheManofTomorrow:you better focus on that pharmacy u are studying, pharmacy is one of the few lucrative courses we have in Nigeria, they are in hot demand in the pharmaceutical industry. Plus they have the opportunity of opening a pharmacy shop. What most of them do is to work for reputable pharmaceutical coys as representative, gather enough capital then open their own pharmacy shop. I hardly see any pharmacist that is poor. 3 Likes |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by millionboi2: 10:51pm On Nov 25, 2017 |
TheManofTomorrow:learn d trade in a pharmacy store. |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by millionboi2: 10:53pm On Nov 25, 2017 |
Lacoolmley:hahahahaha is not always true,some dem are only good in paper work. 1 Like |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Jman06(m): 11:04pm On Nov 25, 2017 |
This is why i advise students to focus on acquiring knowledge and not just getting a first class. Knowledge is what stands you out. It is an entirely different thing from just carrying a first class degree certificate. Lecturers need to shift focus from examination to imparting knowledge. The issue is that students focus on how to pass exams alone and they employ different strategies to just pass their exams and once exam is done and dusted, they forget everything. Lecturers encourage this by giving out materials which the students are expected to reproduce in exam and woe betide a student who provides the same information from a different soure. So, students cram the lecture materials and just pour them without really understanding the course. That is the problem! Some of these first class graduates know next to nothing because of the way they were taught. 3 Likes |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by TheManofTomorrow(m): 11:39pm On Nov 25, 2017 |
nuelyoyo:Thanks for your contribution. Duly noted. 2 Likes |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Jnass: 11:41pm On Nov 25, 2017 |
generalbush:Your submission is quite true. I have learned the hard way too. Creating value through ideas should be the aim of everyone. It takes humility to acquire skill that is needed to create value and make money, but that is the sure way to success. 3 Likes |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by TheManofTomorrow(m): 11:41pm On Nov 25, 2017 |
millionboi2:That's out of the option its impractical to learn a trade in a pharmacy store. Thanks anyways for your contributions. 1 Like |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by herolaw(m): 2:59am On Nov 26, 2017 |
May I begin to say that school does not make the best out of someone, only God make the best out of someone. I do say schooling Is also where one begin to search God's plans and purpose for his/her life, school is not meant for academic packs alone. A life without a vision is like a torch without a battery. school is also a place where you know your vision and purpose of God for LIFE, and you pursue it. I do tell myself and some of my colleague that I can't graduate and beg for JOB, GOD has a plan for me... 2 Likes |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by dingbang(m): 4:39am On Nov 26, 2017 |
I graduated and bagged a 2.1 Pursuing my msc on the same course of study But yet, I am not satisfied, I feel its just a waste of money.. 2 Likes |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Nobody: 6:17am On Nov 26, 2017 |
Jarus: Out of the 13 first class from my class, 12 sat the McKinsey PST. Guess what ? Only 2 passed and just 1 got the job. I must admit, one of the major hurdles I had to cross during my own job search was the Aptitude Test. This is because school never really prepared us for these tests you learn it, through practice and hard work. That’s one part, we shouldn’t even get started with interviewing skills, which is another thing entirely. And may pose a major challenge to the guy that led a triangular lifestyle with little to no social skills. Nna mehn, School dikwa risky. Me I sha like the joy I get from looking at my cert and how it may come in handy for postgrad studies. Cheers ! 3 Likes |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Dgreat07(m): 6:26am On Nov 26, 2017 |
Who are those getting the lecturing n GA Jobs when so many First class Grad. keep looking for Job. |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Bifrost: 7:02am On Nov 26, 2017 |
Dgreat07: I know 3.5 CGPAs getting the GA jobs because they know the VC... believe me. |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Nobody: 7:11am On Nov 26, 2017 |
TheManofTomorrow: Please, try to finish with a first-class, it would still help your ministry if you are considering postgrad studies(to get scholarship) outside 9ja. Secondly, it makes for a good ice-breaker in an interview. Learn your fashion designing during holidays and if you can multitask , you are god to start now. 1 Like |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by TheManofTomorrow(m): 7:32am On Nov 26, 2017 |
Fiyinfoluwa20:The problem is I can't multi task without it affecting GPA. I guess I will have to learn the thing later probably after my grad Thanks for your contribution, I appreciate |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Napoleonok: 7:43am On Nov 26, 2017 |
kenzysmith: My Friend go and sleep. |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Tunagee(m): 8:08am On Nov 26, 2017 |
Jman06: Guy na u sure pass with this valuable point. 1 Like |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Michael004: 8:11am On Nov 26, 2017 |
dasrackhor:Good |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by DJMCOTTY(m): 8:36am On Nov 26, 2017 |
I have always asked why they disappear into thin air after graduation...no street credibility |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Jarus(m): 8:42am On Nov 26, 2017 |
Fiyinfoluwa20: McKinsey is a different ball game though. Even top grads of Harvard etc flunk it. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by dbynonetwork: 8:51am On Nov 26, 2017 |
dasrackhor: NIIT is a waste of time... 1 Like |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by asunmoGGMU(m): 9:06am On Nov 26, 2017 |
Jarus: Your first paragraph is just it. However, there are SOME First Class nowadays that don't worth the salt. They think their class of degree will put food on their table not their 'inherent value'. It is the bitter truth. 1 Like |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Nobody: 9:19am On Nov 26, 2017 |
Fiyinfoluwa20: anyone capable of getting a first in the chaos that is the nigerian public tertiary education should be able to navigate the recruitment process with ease. step one - go to cms or yaba and buy gre /gmat books. sit down with them for two weeks. your only challenge then is if they give you cbt. cbts are difficult at first because you have to train yourself to take them. in which case download gre /gmat test prep software, install it and practise with it. once you've done this any test will be a breeze. it is not rocket science as for interviews, what is google for? its mostly the same format for entry level - tell me about yourself etc. ensure you read up on the company, ensure you have the long speech about why you are a good fit for the company, ensure you have an idea of their current projects etal. and of course, get a good suit. end of.it is not rocket science. if you make a first/2.1, you have a straight ticket to the good easy jobs. DO NOT WASTE IT. if you make 2.2 or 3rd, your journey to the good job will be longer and harder 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by asunmoGGMU(m): 9:26am On Nov 26, 2017 |
Dgreat07: In the case of University of Ilorin, the institution gives First Class graduates Assistant Lecturer position. I don't know of other unis. |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Lacoolmley: 10:02am On Nov 26, 2017 |
oyb: Thank you very much. Funny how some people think the first class graduate will make A grades in school and come out to struggle with assessment tests that also require academic proficiency and practice to excel. I still maintain that first class graduates (home and abroad) are a unique set of people and should never be belittled because of global issue of unemployment. PS: No institution of learning (home and abroad) will award a first class degree to an average student. If first class was that easy, many would have gotten it. 1 Like |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by dasrackhor(m): 10:03am On Nov 26, 2017 |
dbynonetwork:Abeg did you have sumtin better in mind Sir...pls |
Re: Open Letter To All First Class Graduates – "Dear First Class Graduates” by Afriifa(m): 12:27pm On Nov 26, 2017 |
TechEnthusiast:you got d sh*t right bro. one love |
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