What Is Your Plan After NYSC?

NYSC period according to some people is the one year we are officially paid to have fun... Especially if you are posted to a flexing state and an LGA with no work.

Well, all good things come to an end... And so does NYSC.

To make the most of this period and not to be left short changed, here are a few things you should consider based on your plans.

First plan: I want to JAPA

Irrespective of the country you wanna run away to or whether you are hiding under the umbrella of masters abroad, green card or express entry, some things you can do during NYSC includes:

1. Research on where you wanna go and the best route to get there, to help you make more informed decisions

2. Study for and take all the necessary examinations such as GRE, IELTS, TOEFL, etc. Sounds like a deal breaker right, we just wanna flex after grad. But truth is, if you really wanna JAPA on time, the earlier you start, the better. And you may not have the luxury of time when you really start to grind.



3. Mock visa interviews, prepare, take them, build confidence, know the right answers etc.

Second plan: I want a career

No better time to start building than now. Here's what you should be doing.

1. Build your analytical and psychometric skills: take gmat tests, study abstract reasoning, learn how to answer culture questionnaire, learn what an idea workplace culture should be, take role play questions, learn how to answer ''tell me about a time when you had to...'' questions.

2. Learn how to sell yourself: "If you were in an elevator with the CEO of your dream company, and you had just 1 minute to sell yourself, what would you say?"

This is called the elevator pitch. Learn it, craft it, practice interview questions etc.

3. Apply for graduate trainee positions for this is wise

4. Professional certifications: Pick your career path and aim for professional certifications in that sphere - distinguish yourself from the rest.

Third plan: Masters

I study till I die

1. , if you have excellent results, think of scholarship opportunities abroad, do a WES evaluation for your credentials and the like.

2. You don't intend to stop studying, so don't stop studying, research onthe school, course etc.

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