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NXU Mini Virtual Tour (August 2022)
When: Sunday, August 7
Time: 13.00-13.30 GMT / 21.00-21.30 PST / 14.00-14.30 WAT
Where: Online via Zoom
NXU Mini Virtual Tour (August 2022)
When: Sunday, August 14
Time: 13.00-13.30 GMT / 21.00-21.30 PST / 14.00-14.30 WAT
Where: Online via Zoom
Nigeria Graduation 2022: Lagos
US Graduation 2022: Washington DC
Nexford is a community that helps you see the light inside yourself and leads you to achieve your goal.
Past webinars
Look into our past webinars to see the success stories on a global scale.
The Skills, Networks & Strategies Needed to Advance a Social Impact Career
When: Thursday, July 28
Time: 13.00-14.00 GMT / 09.00-10.00 ET
Where: Online via Zoom
NXU Virtual Tour (July 2022)
When: Tuesday, July 12
Time: 13.00-14.00 GMT / 21.00-22.00 PST / 14.00-15.00 WAT
Where: Online via Zoom
Tech talent pathways in Africa
Developing Your Influencing Skills with Ian Santos
When: Wednesday, June 1
Time: 11.00-12.00 GMT / 19.00-20:00 PHST
Where: Online via Zoom
NXU Virtual Tour (May 2022)
When: Thursday, May 19
Time: 13.00-14.00 GMT / 21.00-22.00 PST / 14.00-15.00 WAT
Where: Online via Zoom
Personal Branding and the Power of Your Presence with Angela Maiers
When: Wednesday, April 20
Time: 11.00-12.00 MT / 18.00-19.00 GMT
Where: Online via Zoom
How to ace your job interview: Tips to help you get hired with Cybill Getgood
When: Tuesday, April 5
Time: 08.00-09.00 EST / 13.00-14.00 WAT / 20.00-21.00 PHST
Where: Online via Zoom
NXU Virtual Tour (March 2022)
When: Tuesday, March 22
Time: 13.00-14.00 GMT / 21.00-22.00 PST / 14.00-15.00 WAT
Where: Online via Zoom
Leading with Emotional Intelligence with Yemi Faseun
Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the ability to understand your emotions, express them, and manage how they affect people around you. This 'soft' skill is more important than ever in today's fast-paced, collaborative workplace – especially if you're a remote worker! Plus, research shows that emotionally intelligent people are more likely to succeed in leadership roles.
Join The Global Grid Mentor Yemi Faseun to find out how strengthening emotional intelligence can help you in your career and get advice for improving your EQ skills.
Date: Wednesday, March 16
Time: 12.00-13.00 GMT / 13.00-14.00 WAT
Positioning Yourself for the Next Job Promotion with Raymond Victorino
January 2022 has come to an end. Employees should have firmed up their career goals for the year by this time. There isn't a better time to have these plans laid down than now. Most companies just started their business calendar year and the HR department probably has its talent initiatives in its calendar.
If your goals include getting that elusive job promotion or the next career opportunity, join Nexford University's Global Mentor, Raymond Victorino as he gives insightful tips from an HR insider perspective, which can help you take the lead in developing your professional career.
Date: Friday, February 18
Time: 10.00-11.00 GMT / 18.00-19.00 PHST
NXU Virtual Tour (February 2022)
When: Thursday, February 10
Time: 13.00-14.00 GMT / 21.00-22.00 PST / 14.00-15.00 WAT
Where: Online via Zoom
Leadership in the Digital Age
Join Nexford University’s Chief Academic Officer Dr. Nancy Rubin as she chats with Angela Maiers, Founder and CEO of Choose2Matter, about navigating digital transformation as a leader.
When: Thursday, January 20
Time: 17.00 - 18.00 GMT / 12.00 - 13.00 EST
Limited spaces available!
Unlocking the Entrepreneur in You
Join Nexford University’s Director of Career Innovation Dr. Jennifer Bangoura as she chats with Carl Anderson, Founder of Purple Squirrel, and Gizelle Williams, Founder of Kryptonite, about their startup journeys, their predictions for the future of entrepreneurship, and advice for budding entrepreneurs.
When: Tuesday, January 11
Time: 12.00 - 13.00 GMT / 14.00 - 15.00 SAST
Limited spaces available!
New Year, New You: Preparing for 2022
When: Thursday, Decemeber 16
Time: 12.00-13.00 GMT / 07.00-08.00 EST
Where: Online via Zoom
NXU Virtual Tour (December 2021)
When: Wednesday, December 8
Time: 12.00-13.00 UTC / 20.00-21.00 PST / 13.00-14.00 WAT
Where: Online via Zoom
CMI: Management & Leadership Development
Digital Transformation: How you can lead the way
When: Tuesday, November 16
Time: 12.00-13.00 UTC / 7.00-8.00 EST
Where: Online via Zoom
NXU Virtual Tour (October 2021)
When: Thursday, October 14
Time: 12.00-13.00 UTC / 8.00-9.00 EST
Where: Online via Zoom
The value of an MBA in the Philippines in 2021
Nexford's Teaching Faculty, Dr. Michael Rodriguez and Edukasyon's Founder, Executive Chairman and Head of Growth, Henry Motte-Munoz, sat down for an in-depth discussion of the value of an MBA in the Philippines in 2021.
The Philippines ranks as the world’s second-largest BPO destination and employs over 1.3 million Filippinos. Many multinational companies from the US & UK, such as Google and Dyson, are now outsourcing to the Philippines, or have set up their own in-house operation in the country.
BPO jobs are some of the most sought-after white-collar jobs in the Philippines. So how do you stand out to recruiters in a highly competitive job market? And can an MBA really impact your career?
When: Wednesday, September 29
Time: 09.00-10.00 UTC / 17.00-18.00 PHT
Where: Online via Zoom
Building a personal brand on LinkedIn with Virginia Bautista
With more than 740 million active users in 2020, LinkedIn is the largest networking platform for working professionals. The question is how do you stand out?
On September 9, LinkedIn Expert & Personal Branding Strategist, Virginia Bautista, shared with the audience what personal branding is, why it's important, and how to leverage LinkedIn to build a powerful personal brand and position yourself within your industry.
With remote work becoming more popular, especially in countries with a large BPO presence, such as the Philippines, learn how personal branding can boost your visibility & attract international employers.
When: Thursday, September 9
Time: 09.00-10.00 UTC / 17.00-18.00 PHT
Where: Online via Zoom
Jobhun x Nexford: Importance of MBA Degree in Shaping Up Your Career
When: Friday, August 27
Time: 19.00-21.00 WIB / 12.00-14.00 UTC
Where: Online via Zoom
NXU Virtual Tour (August 2021)
When: Thursday, August 19
Time: 13.00-14.00 UTC / 9.00-10.00 EST
Where: Online via Zoom
CMI: Management & Leadership Development
On Thursday, 22 July, Zain Munir, Head of International at CMI, and Mellisa Patrick, Programme Development Manager at CMI, introduced attendees to what CMI is and the resources and benefits a subscriber receives.
When: Thursday, 22 July
Time: 12.00-13.00 UTC / 08.00-9.00 ET
Where: Online via Zoom
NXU Business Case Challenge 2021: Grand Final
When: Friday, July 9
Time: 12.00-13.00 UTC / 08.00-0.9.00 ET
Where: Online via Zoom
NXU Virtual Tour (June 2021)
Is an MBA still worth it?
Wondering whether an MBA can still make your CV stand out? Looking to advance your career, and unsure if an MBA is the right way to help kickstart this journey? One question remains: is an MBA still worth it in today’s world?
Join us as Nexford University’s Founder & CEO, Fadl Al Tarzi, speaks with Dan LeClair, CEO, Global Business School Network and Ronit Avni, Founder & CEO, Localized, for an honest discussion about the present & future of the MBA.
When: Friday, June 18, 13.00-14.00 UTC
Where: Online
Developing Employability Skills with Dr Dipo Awojide
When: Friday, May 28, 13.00-14.00 WAT
Where: Online
Nexford Virtual Tour (May 2021)
Nexford Virtual Tour (April 2021)
Why Startups Fail with Professor Tom Eisenmann
Are you an entrepreneur or aspiring entrepreneur? If you want to beat the odds and increase your startup’s chances of success, you need to understand why startups fail.
Learn more in our upcoming webinar & Q&A with Tom Eisenmann, Harvard Business School Professor and author of the new book ‘Why Startups Fail’
When: Thursday, April 8, 8:00 EST / 13:00 GMT
Where: Online
NXU Virtual Meet Up - Indonesia
When: Thursday, February 18, 17.30-18.30 WIB / 10.30-11.30 UTC
Where: Online
NXU Virtual Meet Up - Nigeria
When: Friday, February 12, 17.00-18.00 WAT / 16:00-17.00 UTC
Where: Online
NXU Virtual Meet Up - Philippines
When: Wednesday, February 3, 17.30-18.30 PST / 9.30-10.30 UTC
Where: Online
Millennials: Advanced Career Journey
Nexford Virtual Tour
LinkedIn Learning: the importance of upskilling
Startup world: a reality check
Inside NXU: demo
2020 changed the game: working and learning online
Nexford & You: A global Q&A webinar with CEO, Fadl Al Tarzi
Growing your income: How to start a side hustle while maintaining your 9-5
Global Q&A with CEO
Nexford Virtual Meet Up & Trivia
When: Friday July 17, 16.30-17.30 WAT
Where: Online
Employers panel with Jobberman
Essential Futures Scholarship: gain skills today for your career tomorrow
COVID-19: working virtually and reassessing your career
Online Education: pre, during and post COVID-19
The Business of Food & Agriculture: Opportunities and insights
The Competitive Edge: Finding the right job
The role of IT and Communications in development of Nations
Past events
Look into our past events to see the success stories on a global scale.
NXU Socials: Manila
Where: Ayala Museum, Greenbelt Park, Makati Avenue, corner Dela Rosa Street, Metro Manila.
When: May 21, 13.00-18.00 PHT
NXU Socials: Lagos
When: Saturday, December 11
Time: 11.30-14.00 WAT
Where: Sea Lounge, 15 Wole Olateju Crescent, off Admiralty Road, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Speaker: Jennifer Bangoura EdD, Director of Career Innovation at Nexford University
NXU Socials: Lagos
When: Saturday, July 3
Time: 11.30-14.00 WAT
Where: The Terrace @ NXU Community Space, 23 Kunle Ogunba, off Babatunde Anjous, off Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1
NXU Socials: Abuja
Community Outreach: World Malaria Day
Volunteer and join the team as we reach out to our immediate community in honor of World Malaria day. Educate and sensitize residents about the fight against malaria in Africa while distributing anti-malaria kits.
When: Saturday, April 24, Time: 10.30 - 12.00 WAT
Where: NLS Lagos Community Space, 23 Kunle Ogunba Street, off Babatunde Anjous, off Admiralty Way, Lekki
Creative Workshop at NLS Lagos Community Space
When: Saturday, April 17, 10.30-12.30 WAT
Where: NLS Lagos Community Space, 23 Kunle Ogunba Street, off Babatunde Anjous, off Admiralty Way, Lekki
NXU Social - Lagos
When: March 7, 11.30-14.00
Where: The Terrace @ NXU Learning Centre, 23 Kunle Ogunba, off Babatunde Anjous
NXU Meet Up - Manila
NXU Social - Abuja
NXU Meet Up - Bangkok
When: November 15, 18.00-21.00
Where: Novotel Bangkok Platinum, 220 Phetchaburi Rd, Bangkok
NXU Meet Up - Manila
Nexford Lagos Open Day
Nexford Lagos Open Day
