Employability Conference – Campus Tour – GetAdvantage Consulting Ltd.

January 1, 2024
by GetAdvantage Consulting
Articles

“Join us to unlock the employability potential of the next generation of professionals.”

The Employability Conference Campus Tour is a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative of GetAdvantage Consulting, a comprehensive HR, skill forge, and entrepreneurship training company that provides professional services to clients who desire to improve organizational growth, workforce productivity, business and personal development.

The need to set university students on the right path to employability is critical, as business owners, talent managers, industry needs, and the future of work continue to set the criteria for employability. The Employability Conference Campus Tour presents an exciting opportunity for university students across Nigeria to discover, unlock, and harness their employability potential.

About The Project

The maiden edition of the Employability Conference Campus Tour was held at the Niger Delta University Wilberforce Island, Amassoma, Bayelsa State, on the 16th and 17th of June, 2023. The 2-day free program featured keynote speeches from the Acting Vice Chancellor and Deputy Vice Chancellor of the institution and professionals from the private sector. The conference highlights included panel discussions, workshops, networking sessions, and a mentorship program. The conference was a resounding success, attracting over 700 attendees from various faculties and disciplines across the school.

The Employability Conference Campus Tour is an interactive and informative initiative designed to empower university students in Nigeria with the necessary skills, knowledge, and resources they need to enhance their employability and career prospects. The program brings together renowned industry professionals, career experts, and leading companies to provide valuable insights, resources, and networking opportunities. The Employability Conference Campus Tour is shaping the future workforce of Nigeria by bridging the gap between academic education and industry requirements by providing students with valuable insights, practical workshops, networking opportunities, and career guidance for their success.

Key Features

The 2-day FREE conference features:

Keynote Speeches
Panel Discussions
Skills Workshops
Career Fair
Networking Sessions
Entrepreneurship Symposium
Resource Center
Alumni Engagement
Mentorship Program
Professional Development Sessions
Mock Interviews
Resume Review

Why The Employability Conference Campus Tour

Employability is a crucial concern in Nigeria. Many graduates face challenges transitioning from academia to the workforce due to a lack of practical skills, career guidance, and industry exposure, among other factors. Some statistics on university graduates unemployment in Nigeria shows:

58.9% of HND graduates are unemployed, 49.55% of OND graduates are unemployed, and 39.75% of BSc holders are unemployed
The percentage of unemployed Nigerians with advanced education was 13.69% in 2016 and 15.3% in 2019
About 2.9 million of Nigeria’s unemployed hold graduate and postgraduate degrees.
There are about 25 million unemployed graduates in Nigeria.
In the fourth quarter of 2020, the unemployment rate in Nigeria reached 17.5 percent.
The combined number of employed and unemployed Nigerians with tertiary education is 40.1 million, and 14.6 million are formally employed.

These statistics suggest that unemployment is a significant issue for university graduates in Nigeria. There is a low or zero absence of employability skills as required by employers, which is one of the highest contributors to graduates’ unemployment and underemployment.

Sources: punchng.com; universityworldnews.com; myjobmag.com; afterschoolafrica.com; statista.com; thecable.ng

Partnerships and Sponsorships

The Employability Campus Tour is open to collaboration with local businesses, national and international organizations, universities, government agencies, and non-profit organizations to gather expertise, resources, and funding.

“Don’t miss out on the incredible opportunity of being a part of the solution!”

What Our Participants Are Saying

“The Employability Conference was an eye-opener for most of the attendees. Resource persons had to put pen to paper as they listened in awe of the wealth of knowledge from other speakers. Value was added and society will be better by the application of the knowledge acquired. The feedback index already indicates that participants are taking steps from more informed perspectives.”– Barr. Paraboma Igbomgbo, Lawyer and Panelist

“We need more of this awakening in Bayelsa State. Our youths are too restive. It is time to change that narrative.”– Ebiwari P. Timillionia, Entrepreneur

“Thank you, sir for teaching me to know that opportunities come to people who only prepare themselves. Also, letting me know that experience is chased before money.”– Kuro Fioubotei, NDU Student

“This was the best Campus Conference I ever attended at NDU; the sessions were impactful. Day 1 was awesome and interesting to the extent that I came an hour earlier for day 2 which was more than I expected. The panelists were awesome, in fact, the best. It was a wonderful experience that one would not forget in haste and also a great eye-opener for me.”– Noble Akpenu, NDU Student

“Great effort and work done. I believe to have a more productive and efficient workforce tomorrow, efforts like this must be made today. We ought to prepare young people for the things not highlighted in our curriculum.”– Monovie Izibeikien Bryan, Entrepreneur

“Every aspect of the Employability Conference has been exceptional. All the speakers were delivered. I must single out Emma Eco for your excellent presentation with practical insight and illustrations.”– Fortune Alfred, Entrepreneur and Panelist

“Despite being a member of the panel, it was a time to learn more and also feel the pulse of the very receptive students. I feel this conference should be repeated at least quarterly. It is such a great idea.”– Emma Eco, Lifestyle & Hospitality Entrepreneur and Panelist

Join us to unlock the employability potential of the next generation of professionals. You can contact us via the following channels:

Telephone: +234(0)9061612819
Email: csr@getadvantage.ng
Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn: @theemployabilityng
Twitter: @employabilityco