Integrity, adaptability key to career success, Absa Chief Risk Officer urges UESD students
Kofi Agyarko-Kwarteng, Chief Risk Officer at Absa Bank Ghana, urged students of the University of Environment and Sustainable Development (UESD) to treat their degrees as a foundation for lifelong learning, adaptability and purposeful impact. Speaking at the university's Leadership Inspiration and Mentorship Series in Somanya, Eastern Region, he stated, "Your degree is not your destination. At best, it is your starting point." He also said, "A certificate may open a door, but your mindset, character, adaptability, discipline and ability to solve problems will determine how far you go."
Mr. Agyarko-Kwarteng noted that advances in artificial intelligence, climate change, technology, and changing labour market demands are reshaping industries. He encouraged students to commit to lifelong learning, strengthen communication abilities, embrace technology, manage financial resources wisely, and remain willing to "learn, unlearn and relearn." He emphasized character, describing integrity as a valuable asset, and stated that technical competence may secure opportunities, but trust, discipline, and ethical conduct sustain careers and relationships. The lecture concluded with an interactive session where students asked questions on career development, leadership, entrepreneurship, financial management, and the changing...
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Absa Bank Ghana's Chief Risk Officer, Kofi Agyarko-Kwarteng, addressed students at the University of Environment and Sustainable Development (UESD)
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