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LANDMARK HOLDS A MEETING ON ACHIEVING POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS TIMELY COMPLETION OF THEIR PROGRAMMES
Timeliness is a major flagship of Landmark University Postgraduate School driven passionately by the University’s Management towards entrenching a robust academic culture. Again, Management’s commitment was emphasized towards the realization of this goal in their meeting with the graduating class of postgraduate students for Postgraduate diplomas (PGDs) and Master’s degrees (M.Sc.).
Speaking at the meeting, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju noted that postgraduate studies is the future of any serious institution, that is why Management has been very much interested in encouraging prompt academic and research activities at the School and maintaining an open-door policy to promote hitch-free interactions and excellent services in the School. Professor Olayanju appreciated the students for their cooperation, noting the University’s acknowledgment of the students’ confidence reposed in the system to get quality postgraduate education and value for their investment.
In the school’s effort to ascertain quality academic culture, the Vice-Chancellor reiterated the university’s zero tolerance for academic mediocrity especially in relation to research output, stating that it is what gives credence to the University’s quality education delivery. He, therefore, enjoined the students to take the comments of their examiners very seriously and apply due diligence in the production and timely submission of their dissertations. While concluding, the Vice-Chancellor expressed optimism in having 100 percent graduation of the first set of postgraduate students. “It is our prayer that we have 100 percent graduation this year. And that is why we are here to ensure that this becomes a reality. You have laid your hands on the plough, there is no going back,” he asserted.
The Registrar, Miss Fola Oyinloye, while appreciating God for His faithfulness, expressed joy that the School which kicked off in the 2018/2019 academic session would be releasing the first set of postgraduate students to the world. She appreciated the various contributions of the College Coordinators towards the realization of the dream of the School. She also commended the Dean of the School for particularly pursuing the interest of the students as well as ensuring due compliance with school guidelines. Commending the students for their commitment and tenacity to complete their programme, the Registrar noted that the School does not have any record of student withdrawal since inception. The Registrar, therefore, reassured the students of the University’s commitment to ensuring timely graduation in the School of Postgraduate Studies. “Finishing your studies in record time is one of our point of attraction. If you are here for a PGD programme, in 12 months you are done. If it is Master’s degree, in 18 months you are done and if it is PhD, in 36 months, you are done. We need to ensure that the vow we made to you is being adhered to,” she said.
Earlier, the Dean of the School, Professor Charity Aremu had stated the purpose of the meeting: to provide an enabling environment that will culminate into students’ timely attainment of their academic pursuit. Speaking about the students, Professor Aremu said “They are our debut. They are our academic forward-looking, vision-driven core-value compliant students. Today, we have our hope in these students because they are the pacesetters set of students that will take the vision of Landmark to the globe having being built with requisite capacity for global impact. So, we cannot take anything that pertains to them for granted because we believe in them.” Leading the students, the Dean appreciated the management for their passionate and in-loco parentis support for the students’ academic success, saying that the management has been unrelenting in promoting ambience for excellence and facilitating the completion of their programmes in record time.
According to the data presented by the Dean, over 70 percent of the students have satisfied all academic requirements to be enlisted for this year’s convocation ceremony while less than 30 percent have varied degree of challenges ranging from awaiting defence to non-completion of dissertation and no journal publications.
It could be recalled that this meeting was the second in its series towards ensuring the set of postgraduate students conclude their programmes within the stipulated time.
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju assuring the students of managements commitment to timeliness in the School of Postgraduate Studies
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The Registrar, Miss Fola Oyinloye appreciating the effort of the PG School management towards preparing the students for graduation
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The Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies, Professor Charity Aremu situating the meeting of the University Management with the postgraduate students
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PG Coordinator, College of Agricultural Sciences, Dr Adekiya speaking on their preparedness towards student graduation
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PG Coordinator, College of Business and Social Sciences, Dr Chisaa Igbolekwu speaking on their preparedness towards student graduation
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PG Coordinator, College of Engineering, Dr Bamidele Fakinle speaking on their preparedness towards student graduation
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PG Coordinator, College of Pure and Applied Sciences, Dr Babatunde Gbadamosi speaking on their preparedness towards student graduation
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A cross section of postgraduate students at the meeting
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A cross section of postgraduate students at the meeting
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A view of the meeting for students participating online
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The Vice-Chancellor, the Registrar, the Dean of Postgraduate Studies, College and Departmental Coordinators for the School of Postgraduate in a group
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The Vice-Chancellor, the Registrar, the Dean of Postgraduate Studies, College and Departmental Coordinators for the School of Postgraduate, staff of t
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LANDMARK UNIVERSITYS LIFE APPLICABLE EDUCATION SYSTEM RECOGNIZED AS MAX AFRICA LAUNCHES INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
Landmark University's distinctive approach to education, centred on life-applicable and life-transforming learning, received validation this week when representatives from MAX Africa visited the institution to seek collaboration for their second internship program. The visit underscored the high regard organizations have for Landmark’s graduates, known for their competence and productivity in the workplace.
During the meeting, MAX Africa's Chief Technology Officer, Mr Olusegun Leigh, unveiled the company’s new internship initiative designed to empower young innovators and leaders in Africa’s mobility sector. Leigh expressed admiration for Landmark University’s alumni, who, he noted, have consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication, resilience, and leadership within MAX Africa. He introduced Mr Kefas El-Olam, a graduate of Landmark University who is the Senior Product Manager, MAX. "Our first point of call for this new phase is Landmark University, primarily because of the exceptional value delivered by Landmark graduates who joined us in the first phase of the internship programme. Their resilience, ability to drive results, and leadership qualities have made a lasting impression," Leigh said, emphasizing how these qualities align with MAX Africa’s mission to address broader industry challenges by cultivating skilled professionals across the continent.
Adding to this, MAX Africa’s Digital Strategist, Mr Adewunmi Oshilaja, highlighted the soft skills and professionalism of Landmark’s graduates. “Beyond technical expertise, Landmark graduates have displayed strong leadership qualities and high standards of professionalism,” he stated. "The core of our strategy is to build well-rounded leaders. As much as we want our interns to gain hands-on experience, we are also committed to equipping them with skills in business communication, team management, and workplace etiquette.”
The upcoming three-month internship program was further detailed by MAX Africa's Human Resource Manager, Mrs Bosede Otaigbe, who described it as a transformative opportunity for participants. She noted that interns would receive intensive training in both technical and interpersonal skills vital for industry success. “Interns will be assigned responsibilities similar to full-time employees and will be evaluated at the end of the program. Those who excel will be offered full-time positions,” she announced. To facilitate applications, MAX Africa has provided QR codes for interested students, who will undergo a thorough screening process to ensure that only the most qualified candidates are selected.
In response, the Vice-Chancellor of Landmark University expressed appreciation to MAX Africa for recognizing the university’s talents and choosing Landmark as a major recruitment partner. He attributed the leadership qualities displayed by students to the legacy of Chancellor Dr David Oyedepo and affirmed the university’s confidence in the students' readiness to embrace this opportunity. He also highlighted Landmark University’s recent recognition as Nigeria's second-best university in the Times Higher Education rankings, further showcasing the institution’s commitment to excellence.
The Registrar also conveyed gratitude to the MAX Africa team and assured them of Landmark University's full support in achieving the program’s goals. Other members of the university’s management expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, seeing it as a significant step towards advancing opportunities for students, the university, and Africa at large.
Others in attendance at the meeting were the Chaplain, Pastor Popoola; the Dean of Students, Dr Abimbola Oluyori; the Sub-Dean of Student Affairs, Mr Noah Olaibi; the Student Development Officer, Mr Daniel Emmanuel and the HRBP, Compensation & Benefits, and City Manager, Ilorin, MAX, Mrs Adebimpe Alabi.
Members of the Landmark University management and the Max Africa team in a group photograph after the meeting
R-L: The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole; the Registrar, Engr Adebayo Ajala; the Dean of Students, Dr Abimbola Oluyori; the Sub-Dean of Student Affairs, Mr Noah Olaibi during the meeting with Max Africa
MAX Africa's Chief Technology Officer, Mr Olusegun Leigh while speaking on the new internship programme
The Max team with the Landmark University Student Development Officer, Mr Daniel Emmanuel (L)
The Student Development Officer, Mr Daniel Emmanuel introducing Max Africa to the student community
Max Africa’s HR Manager, Mrs Bosede Otaigbe while speaking to the students of Landmark University on the internship programme
The Max Africa team interacting with Landmark University student community
Max Africa’s Senior Product Manager, Mr Kefas El-Olam while speaking to the students of Landmark University on his experience as a student of the University and during the internship programme
Registration point for Max Africa’s internship programme at Landmark University
