BlueCrest Graduates Urged To Turn Skills Into Impact

Felicity Nelson, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC), addressed graduates of BlueCrest University College at the 26th Convocation. She emphasized that qualifications alone are insufficient, highlighting that true education is demonstrated by applying knowledge to solve problems, create opportunities, and enhance systems or people's lives.

Nelson cited tourism as a sector where assets must be transformed into viable products, sharing the success story of GTDC's "Accra by Night" product. Initially struggling with low sales, she personally sold tickets until the second edition became the company's most successful product, producing over 30 editions within a year.

Prof. Imurana Awaisu Braimah, representing the Vice Chancellor of the University of Education, Winneba, affirmed the university's partnership with BlueCrest, emphasizing the institution's credibility as a partner. He urged graduates to transition from wearing gowns to making an impact, stressing the importance of taking their education beyond graduation.

Thomas Buabeng Assan, Acting Rector of BlueCrest University College, encouraged graduates to move beyond job-seeking to creating opportunities. He noted the rapid transformation of the world by technology, artificial intelligence, and digitisation, urging graduates not to fear these changes but to embrace continuous learning and adaptation.

Assan emphasized that entrepreneurship involves identifying possibilities where others see problems and leading with responsibility, urging graduates to be innovative, entrepreneurial, technologically adept, and ethical. He asked whether their work creates value, improves lives, protects the environment, and contributes to a better Ghana.

Valedictorian Grace Sey-Ansah, a BA Mass Communication and Journalism graduate, concluded the ceremony.