Dude!! i just finish from anglia Ruskin university. That was the expression of one of my friend some few years ago. But did that get him a job? Story for another day.

Certainly, studying abroad makes your CV stand out. But how far does it help you in fetching a job back home? It becomes more critical now for aspirants to ask this question as the prospects of finding a job abroad and settling there are diminishing.


When my friend flew back home after completing his master's in the UK, he was starry-eyed and high on hopes. He assumed he was in demand here and that his foreign degree would help him land a job of his choice, unfortunately the job hunt still continues.



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Why this turnaround? “HR managers at companies have a list of universities. If a particular university is not on their list of qualified universities, the candidate will not be considered for selection,” reasons according to a HR consultant, adding that many universities in London, Eastern Europe, Russia, Australia are not trusted. “No one knows about these universities and companies don’t trust them,” he adds

Foreign universities continue to entice Nigerian students with colourful dreams. While some choose a university in a country they like and set of to study there with a hope of finding a job and settling there after the studies, others think a foreign degree would give the candidate an edge when it comes to job interviews.

Students who study abroad tend to improve their English language skills, some see better career prospects. Overseas education can also be intellectually enriching and expose the students to a mix of cultures, making their learning comprehensive. “But I had to change my mind after bad news coming in. The crisis struck and the visa policy was recently changed in the UK, making it difficult for Nigerian citizens to find a job and settle there. So, I thought it wouldn’t be a wise thing to go abroad, unless one wants to go in for super specialisation. But I still believe the US is the best for research.”

1. Markets down, unemployment increasing abroad

When the markets are down and unemployment rates rising abroad, opting for just about any university abroad just makes matters worse. “A foreign degree does not ensure a job nowadays in Nigeria. Currently, the market scenario is down. Also most of the students go abroad to universities that are not well-recognised. Many of these universities don’t offer placement opportunities in Nigeria nd students are left to look for jobs on their own or their parents is a politician

2. Choose the best
Unless a student gets into one of the few top universities, it is better to choose an acclaimed institute in Nigeria. “A good university in Nigeria counts much more than a foreign degree believe it or not “It’s better for students to go in for a good or even an average university in Nigeria which is preferred by recruiters rather than an average university abroad which does not add any value.”

3. Job prospects are diminishing abroad, with foreign governments supporting jobs for locals and tightening visa rules.

so?? wia are u driving to