By Iddi Yire
Accra, Oct. 23, GNA – Mr Daniel Owusu, the Country Managing Partner of Deloitte, has urged graduates of the nation’s universities to be agents of change in society.
He made the appeal in his address at the fourth Session of the 15th Congregation of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) in Accra.
“In embracing the changing phase of your respective careers, you must also recognise the importance of lifelong learning.
“Your journey as a professional does not end here; it is merely the beginning. The ever-evolving world demands that you stay curious, adaptable, and open to continuous growth.”
At the Congregation, which was chaired by Dr Kofi Koduah Sarpong, the Chancellor of the UPSA, various degrees and certificates were awarded to graduands from the UPSA School of Graduate Studies and the Faculty of Accounting and Finance.
Mr Owusu advised the graduands to embrace continuous professional development, pursue advanced certifications, and never cease to expand their knowledge base.
Speaking on the topic “Making an Impact that Matters,” Mr Owusu urged the graduands to use their qualifications to make an impact that matters.
“We have immense opportunities to make an impact,” he said.
He said three areas that were key to making an impact were technological development, adoption to changes in the corporate landscape and lifelong learning.
He said advances in technology had made it easier than ever to make a big impact.
“Our generation is witnessing the dawn of a new era – robots are working alongside humans to build cars, deliver packages and make electricity,” Mr Owusu said.
“Smart machines are taking up residence in hospitals, shipping containers and more.”
He said in this digital age, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation had changed the way people work.
“You can stand on the threshold of this transformation, ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.”
He said embracing the technological advancements would put people at the forefront of shaping the future of their respective careers.
Professor Abednego Feehi Okoe Amartey, the Vice Chancellor, UPSA, in his report to the Congregation, highlighted significant developments within the University during the 2022/2023 academic year.
He highlighted Governance, Academic Affairs, Research, Staff and Staff Development, Infrastructure Development and Security issues.
Prof. Amartey charged the graduands to be worthy ambassadors of the UPSA.
He also urged them to be grateful to people who supported them during their course of study at the UPSA.
GNA