From Nigeria to UK Project Management: Paulette Agu’s Career Transformation

After transitioning from project management in Nigeria, Paulette Agu became a Project Officer in the UK within months, thanks to ITOL’s Project Management Job Programme. Discover how structured learning and dedicated support can transform your career

Paulette Agu transitioned from her project management experience in Nigeria to a successful Project Officer role in the UK, showcasing the impact of structured learning and dedicated support. In 2021, she enrolled in ITOL’s Project Management Job Programme, aiming to align her skills with UK industry standards and advance her career.

Embracing Structured Learning for Career Advancement

Paulette’s commitment to her studies led her to achieve key certifications, including:​

  • PRINCE2® Foundation & Practitioner
  • AgilePM® Foundation & Practitioner
  • Change Management Foundation
  • APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ)

The programme’s flexible approach allowed her to balance learning with personal commitments, while the dedicated support from tutors and the recruitment team provided guidance every step of the way.​

Navigating the Recruitment Journey

In 2022, Paulette began her recruitment journey with ITOL’s support. She received a comprehensive CV revision, LinkedIn profile update, and interview preparation assistance. Remarkably, after her first interview, she received a job offer and started her new role as a Project Officer shortly thereafter.

Empowering Others to Make the Leap

Paulette highly recommends ITOL to anyone looking to make a career change. She found the programme accessible and transformative, and looking back, she would gladly go through it all over again.​

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