MTN Nigeria Guides Undergraduates on Tech and Finance Career Paths
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- MTN Nigeria hosted undergraduates from UNILAG and YABATECH for a career engagement session.
- The event focused on career opportunities in cybersecurity, finance, internal audit, and forensic investigations.
- MTN encouraged students to develop transferable skills and pursue diverse career paths beyond their academic studies.
MTN Nigeria is actively engaging with the next generation of professionals, offering undergraduates a glimpse into diverse career pathways within the technology and finance sectors. Recent sessions hosted for students from the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) provided immersive experiences and practical insights.
The engagement sessions specifically highlighted opportunities in critical fields such as cybersecurity, finance, internal audit, and forensic investigations. Beyond showcasing these roles, the events aimed to equip students with a clear understanding of the essential skills required to thrive in today's competitive job market.
Ibe Kalu Etea, Chief Internal Audit and Forensic Services Officer at MTN Nigeria, emphasized the importance of adaptability and continuous learning. Represented by Wasiu Ibrahim, General Manager of Internal Audit and Forensics, Etea urged students to remain open to diverse career paths, even those outside their primary field of study. "Students can take any career path they want to," he stated, stressing that upskilling and transitioning into different fields are entirely possible. The core message was to focus on building relevant skills, maintaining curiosity, and embracing lifelong learning, as opportunities abound across numerous sectors.
Students can take any career path they want to. You can upskill and transition into a different career, even if it is not what you studied in school. Do not let your course of study determine your career path. Focus on building relevant skills, staying curious and continuously learning because opportunities exist across many fields.
Originally published by ThisDay in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.