Choose engineering over business degrees, Salem Kalmoni advises youth
Young Ghanaians have been encouraged to pursue engineering and other technical disciplines rather than follow the growing preference for business administration qualifications, which are increasingly common in the job market.
Salem Kalmoni, the Group Chief Executive Officer of Japan Motors Network, has advised young Ghanaians to pursue engineering and technical disciplines over business administration degrees. Kalmoni argues that specialized technical skills provide young people with a stronger foundation for professional growth and leadership, especially in industries that require practical knowledge and problem-solving abilities.
Reflecting on his own career, Kalmoni said if given the chance, he would choose industrial engineering instead of business administration, as it would have equipped him with a broader range of practical competencies. He expressed concern over the excessive preference for business-related qualifications, as the increasing number of graduates in this field has diluted their distinctiveness in the job market.
Kalmoni urged students to consider technical disciplines that offer specialized skills applicable across various sectors of the economy. He suggested that after obtaining technical knowledge, young people can acquire business management qualifications and move into leadership positions, whereas the reverse transition from a business background into engineering is often more challenging.
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