Doyin400l:
Let me chip in some ,As a statistician u're suppose to know that the world revolves around data's I.e fact and figures.in these case u will be needed mostly in any firm do to the diverse nature of statistics ranging from medical,government,financial,petroleum staistics e.t.c But before you can earn those post you will need at least M.Sc in statistics especially if is from international organizations like IMF,who ,UNICEF. the main thing here is go for ur MSC asap...with ur first class it will be more easier for you.you can also do a professional course in Quality assurance,operation research,data analyst.

meetemmioks:
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Kossyne:


Mr Xfire,

Ehimenboy:
Hello everyone.
I'm a second year undergrad student in the Sciences in one of Nigeria's "top" schools. I have an inkling of what 'doing' (by 'doing', I mean 'research in') science is like in some of Nigeria's best institutions: I don't want to do (even) my masters in the country. (I'm looking at anglophone European countries and North America.) I'm from a typical average Nigerian family and to think that my financiers 'd foot schooling overseas is itself a miracle. By the way, I see myself getting through a 1. upon graduation: degree class is not an 'issue.' What seems to be the only hope is getting a scholarship (shortly before/after school by plan/hope). No visa, passport and the likes at the moment.

How do I go about it?


P. S.: I'll need answers as explicit as possible please. (xfire, darellrivers, taiwolusol et al, I've long been waiting for this time.) Thanks in advance.

neahyo:
Uncle xfire, please i'm patiently waiting for your response..thanks!

xfire:

I will be back shortly.

xfire:
I will be back shortly.

san4real05:
Please who have the link to all dragnet folders and all other aptitude test? The folder is present here before Nairaland was hacked. My system got crashed as I urgently need all those folders for test preparation. Thanks and God bless in advance.

AweEngineer:
like mind

Ehimenboy:

I'm sorry 'bout the late response. I couldn't access the mail you sent.

McWhillion:
Never knew this thread is still alive. I compiled a neat pdf of Xfire's whole write up, the write up excludes some of the personal advice he gave some guys.
Its 53 pages and I hope you find it useful. The file is just about 800kb.

https:///ppSL5eNd

AweEngineer:


sent again.

Need to discus some issue with you.

Feex:

what's your dscipline? I am currently taking one in safety, risk and reliability engineering (distance learning) in the prestigious Herriot Watt University.

xfire:

There are several certifications on safety. In your case, you many consider HSE training (level 2 & 3) or the more advanced NEBOSH. Quality control depends on the industry. Every manufacturing / FMCG industry has a unique QA/QC system or protocol. For instance, the QC system in a brewery will be different from what is obtainable in other food industries (soft drinks, beverages, snacks, etc). QA/QC systems also differ in steel companies, soap, chemical, refineries, etc. Sometimes, you need experience in that particular industry before you can be given a QC role e.g. you will most likely be a production or brewing supervisor before you can be considered a QC analyst in a brewery. This is because some companies require that you have floor (production) experience before you can actually conduct a QA/QC on the process/product. So certification is not highly considered but can still be useful. However, if you insist on certification, you need to be industry specific in your request. Your best bet is to enroll for a HACCP training which is generally applicable in the food industry. With a degree in Chemistry, you can be considered for a QC role in many companies even without a certification.

On your current dilemma (MSc or certification), I would say you should go for a Masters while simultaneously acquiring necessary certifications. However, you may consider acquiring job experience if you get a good job after service.

Sashafm:
I must say, I am really lucky to have been opportuned to stumble on this thread. Thank you so much Xfire and darellrivers etc for the wonderful inspiration.
I am 22years old, a graduate of Geography with 2.1,from one of the best federal universities in southwest. I actually had passion for Geography that was why I went to study it in the University. Unfortunately for me, I never for once though about what career opportunities the course would open me up too. I guess it has just began to done on me that Although i went for the course because I love it, there might not be more to it. I saddens me now when people advice me to go into teaching after my service year, when they find out I studied Geography. I would really appreciate it if someone can mentor me in career part to tow as a Geographer asides teaching and lecturing.
cc: xfire, darellrivers, bigdreams.
thank you for your anticipated response.

McWhillion:

You can send me a pm, I ll send it through your email or you can drop the email here.

kayceerilyn:
please,do me the favour of sending it to my Email please. The email is kayceerilyn@gmail.com Many thanks in advance

McWhillion:
SENT

darellrivers:
Hello Everyone, I shared this story before the nairaland data saga (hmmm i like the sound of that-- ) and I decided to share it again.

[b]One day, a teacher asked his student “What are you going to do with your life?” The student was stunned for he loved this teacher and admired him. He had never felt such pressure from his teacher before. Stammering, this man replied, “I don’t know. Finish my studies and get a good job, I suppose"
“Get a good job,” his teacher repeated. “This is a phrase I have often heard. It is the single worst choice of your generation. Happiness is unlikely to come to the mind whose goal is to ‘get a good job.’” “Son,” this wise teacher asked, “Would you be interested in some specific advice from an old man who wished he had your youth and energy?”
“Of course, Doctor.”
“Look around you. Take a fresh, hard, and uncompromising look at life as you see it. Ask this question, ‘What needs to be done?’ When you have an answer, and it may take some time to get it, then go and do what needs to be done. Do it better than anyone else does it and the world will beat down your door for your help. Then you will not need ‘a good job’; and you will have more than a career.
You will have a mission.”[/b]

Many times, we focus on "getting a good job" and then when we get that job, we get disillusioned and want something "better".. Take the advise of this wise teacher (who, by the way, was the famous inventor, Buckminster Fuller) and really, "jobs" will come looking for you! But take heed... we need to all find the balance between AMBITION and CONTENTMENT

Wish everyone the very best...

olatricia:
Thank you, I'll keep that close to my heart. More Advice please. So I can have a pool of advice to pick from.

mickey45:

Is that possible? M.sc + Certifications (especially abroad)?

simiolu1:

Good day Sir, kudos to you for the work you're doing.
I'm a grad of Physics, currently serving and would be passing out in Oct. I need d following favours An indepth review of my Cv and Cover letter. Thanks