Absa Bank Expands Flagship Employment Program 'ReadytoWork' to Northern Regions

Ready to Soar: Absa Bank Revamps Education Program for Ghanaian Youth

It's game time for the future leaders of Ghana, as Absa Bank has taken its groundbreaking education and skills program, ReadytoSoar, on a tour up north! This move is part of Absa's persistent mission to unleash the potential of Ghana's youth by arming them with financial, entrepreneurial, and work know-how.

Led by Priscilla Yeboah, Absa's Head of Citizenship, a team of representatives descended upon the Tamale Technical University, engaging over 250 eager final-year students in a whirlwind of topics that ranged from financial management to leadership skills, workplace culture, identifying career strengths, and kick-starting a business.

ReadytoSoar's curriculum draws from modern tenets of entrepreneurship, leadership, and financial management, creating a dynamic learning experience designed to help today's youth conquer the ever-changing job market. The program also boasts a webinar series that serves as a powerhouse for empowering and arming the Ghanaian youth with the contemporary skills needed to smoothly transition from the classroom to the workforce.

In this age of relentless economic transformation and rapid innovation, the hunt for employment has turned into a cutthroat competition. As digital technology takes center stage, propelled by artificial general intelligence, staying ahead of the game demands new skills. That's precisely where ReadytoSoar steps in, giving the youth an early lead in the job market.

Priscilla Yeboah, Absa Bank Ghana's Head of Citizenship, said, "Empowering the youth with cutting-edge skills they need to triumph in the marketplace is the lifeblood of our educational and skills initiative in Ghana. With a promise to empower Africa's tomorrow and a compelling storytelling approach, we see this program as a game-changer that will drive sustainable youth empowerment in the country. We're elated to watch our vision unfold."

Last year, Absa did the university a solid by donating 50 computers and accessories following an urgent plea for support from the school's administration.

Building upon a Strong Foundation

ReadytoSoar offers a comprehensive digital learning curriculum that zeroes in on key areas like work skills, money management, digital literacy, blockchain technologies, gig economy understanding, project management, and computational thinking. This multifaceted program equips young people with up-to-date knowledge that's relevant to the fast-evolving talent economy.

The program also allows participants to personalize their learning journey by choosing pathways that cater to their unique needs. Studying online via computers, tablets, or mobile devices offers both convenience and inclusivity, particularly during disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic.

Absa Bank Ghana even partners with institutions like the University of Ghana's Career and Counselling Centre to widen the reach of ReadytoSoar and amplify the impact on youth empowerment on a national scale.

Igniting Entrepreneurial Spirits and Financial Savvy

ReadytoSoar equips the youth with practical entrepreneurial insights and emphasizes the importance of starting small, sustaining momentum, managing early business risks, and balancing academics with entrepreneurial pursuits. Testament after testimony from successful entrepreneurs involved in the program demonstrate how it fosters resilience and sparks sustainable businesses and careers.

When it comes to financial literacy, ReadytoSoar is all about imparting the vital knowledge needed for both personal financial management and business operations.

By bridging the gap between academic learning and workforce requirements, ReadytoSoar empowers the youth, making them more employable and ready for today's contemporary job markets. The program actively engages young people, motivating them to take charge of their careers and entrepreneurship ventures, boosting their confidence and adaptability to thrive in today's ever-changing landscape.

In essence, Absa Bank Ghana's ReadytoSoar program plays a crucial role in empowering Ghanaian youth by offering flexible, practical, and up-to-date learning opportunities that hone essential financial, entrepreneurial, and work skills. This initiative helps equip young people to conquer the transition from education to productive employment or business ownership, thus contributing to Ghana's broader youth development and economic growth goals.

Absa Bank's revamped education program, ReadytoSoar, is focused on providing financial, entrepreneurial, and work know-how to Ghana's youth.
Priscilla Yeboah, Absa's Head of Citizenship, leads a team engaging students at the Tamale Technical University, discussing topics from financial management to leadership skills.
ReadytoSoar's curriculum focuses on entrepreneurship, leadership, and financial management, preparing today's youth to navigate the evolving job market.
In the era of rapid innovation and economic transformation, ReadytoSoar equips the youth with contemporary skills, giving them an early edge in the job market.
Absa Bank Ghana sees ReadytoSoar as a game-changer for sustainable youth empowerment in the country.
Last year, Absa donated 50 computers to the university, proving their commitment to education and self-development.
ReadytoSoar offers a digital learning curriculum, focusing on work skills, money management, digital literacy, blockchain technologies, and more, catering to the fast-evolving talent economy.
Partnerships with institutions like the University of Ghana's Career and Counselling Centre help amplify the impact of ReadytoSoar on a national scale.
ReadytoSoar empowers the youth by bridging the gap between academic learning and workforce requirements, making them more employable and ready for contemporary job markets, and contributing to Ghana's broader youth development and economic growth goals.