George Edusei, Master of Chemical Engineering

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The international exposure and the exploration of other cultures intrigued me when I first heard of AIU. Back then, my appetite for exploring other cultures had already led me to leave the traditional path for a more international one. Being Ghanaian and brought up in Ghana, the odd one out in my class, but I thrived in an environment of mixed nationalities. I found that being in an international environment encouraged me to view things from different perspectives and question my perceptions. It also taught me awareness of different cultures.
AIU offers a bridge to the corporate world via business projects, careers fairs and highly involved business partners. Workshops held by companies helped me see the world from a corporate perspective and learn skills not typically found on a university curriculum, such as interviewing and engineering seminars. These have proved invaluable in my professional life.
Personally, I made friends for life and built an incredible network. I have been part of a community in which students work hard, but are also very sociable. I spent many days working intensely in teams on topics such as machine design.
Finally, the supranational character of the alliance creates an internationally recognized degree. It has given my educational profile a solid international foundation with a “glocal” touch – a balance of globally acknowledged degrees and local Ghana degree.
Looking back on my time as an engineering student, it has been hectic, challenging, even frustrating, but also rewarding, educational and inspiring. Fortunately, AIU is a lifetime “club”. I know that no matter where my work or travels take me, I will be able to draw on the network, skills and friends I have gained.