BlueCrest College recently collaborated with Open Labs to organize a highly successful career fair, aimed at providing students with valuable guidance and enlightening them about various career paths. The event, which took place on 25th May at the BlueCrest College, proved to be a remarkable platform for students to explore their professional journeys while connecting with industry experts and gaining access to mentorship and internship opportunities.
Themed “Bridging the gap between academia and industry: One student at a time”, the career fair brought together a distinguished panel of companies and industry leaders who shared their insights and expertise on the evolving landscape of employment. Renowned organizations including Societe Generale Ghana, Oze, DreamOval Ltd., TheSalesman.com, BlueSPACE Innovation Hub, The MakersPlace, The Multimedia Group (Ltd.), AssuranceHub Consult, Ghana For Startups, and Odina Couture actively participated in the career fair, creating an engaging and informative atmosphere.
The panel discussions, featuring Mr. Nii Lous Nelson, Product Growth Manager of Kowri, a product of DreamOval, delved into the essential skills and competencies that employers seek in the modern job market. Students had the unique opportunity to interact directly with representatives from these esteemed companies, gaining valuable insights into the qualities that distinguish exceptional candidates. The discussions covered a wide range of topics, including emerging technologies, digital transformation, entrepreneurship, and leadership, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the skills required to thrive in today’s professional world.
After the panel discussions, students had the opportunity to interact with these companies and forge meaningful connections with industry professionals. Amongst these industry professionals was Africa’s favorite Fintech company, DreamOval Limited, along with their cutting-edge solution, Kowri. Kowri is the ultimate all-in-one solution for sending money, making purchases, paying bills, saving, investing, and effortlessly managing finances. As aspiring entrepreneurs, the students were particularly intrigued by DreamOval’s other product, Kowri Business, which is designed to streamline and process transactions for businesses. This direct interaction between students and industry experts provided an invaluable platform for students to gain hands-on experience and embark on a path towards successful career advancement.
To find out more about Kowri for Consumers and Business, visit www.kowri.app.