Alumni Testimonials
Field of Study:
Degree in Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Information System
Job Role:
Finance Intern
Organization:
Fiji Sugar Corporation Head Office
How has USP helped shape your future?
- In my experience, USP aims to educate the youth to become active and productive members of society. Second, it seeks to meet and match industry demand with a competent and globally competitive workforce.
- USP provides not only the high-level skills necessary for every labor market but also the training essential for teachers, doctors, nurses, civil servants, engineers, humanists, entrepreneurs, scientists, social scientists, and a myriad of other personnel.
- The University of the South Pacific has helped shape my future in a lot of ways such as:
- Helping me build my self-awareness.
- Provide me with work-integrated learning opportunities and getting me out into the real world and many more.
Why would you recommend USP to someone considering higher education?
Simply, because the University of the South Pacific has successfully shaped my Future
Testimonial:
Simply love everything about USP, its culture, atmosphere and people. USP taught me to be more independent and responsible through managing my own time with my online classes. At first, I hated online classes but as time went by, I learned to understand that it’s teaching me to be more responsible and independent. Before the pandemic, not only do we focus on academics but also extracurricular activities such as Zip lining, rugby and netball games and a fun awesome social night.
Field Of Study:
Masters of Business Administration (MBA)
Job Role:
Airport Nurse, Guest Relations Officer
Organization:
Fiji Airports
Testimonial:
The courses offered and the Program of study I undertook were highly interactive and it helped me learn through a vast network of other like-minded professionals from different backgrounds, through Teamwork and a lot of interactions with the lecturers. I have broadened my knowledge and USP has provided me the space to get out of my comfort zone. Being a Nurse by profession, MBA was a new program altogether as I had little knowledge of what the business environment was all about. Juggling all my responsibilities as a wife, a full-time working woman, a mother and a part time student, though a challenge, USP has definitely brought out the best in me.Now I can see the world from an open perspective as I am able to set my priorities and here, I am, a USP ALUMNI, A proud product of USP.
The learning environment is conducive especially for matured students and I would definitely recommend MBA to those that wishes to pursue quality academics, as it broadens the mind in Leadership, Management foremost Business knowledge, for they are innovative, accessible and responsive to sustainable development challenges. Courses offered are a great way forward for working professionals to build our competencies and set us apart in our working places or spheres of influence. The lecturers are so passionate as they provide us with tools to navigate the changes taking place in the technology driven business environment, making sure that not only do we pass but understood the concept well and be able to apply it to reality. The course offers a dynamic education experience and an MBA at USP is definitely a way forward.
“Success is not measured by what you accomplish, but by the opposition you have overcome to reach your goal” surround yourself with people who share a passionate commitment around a common purpose and it is never too late to be the person you might have been for improvement starts with the letter I. Be kind and be humble, acknowledge God in all that you do.
Field of Study:
- Master of Commerce majoring in Management & Public Administration
- Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce majoring in Management & Public Administration
- Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Management & Public Administration and Human Resource Management
Job Role:
Student Officer
Organization:
USP Lautoka Campus
Testimonial:
To graduate from the University of the South Pacific is one of the great milestones of my life.
With its distance & flexible Learning platform (DFL), USP has provided me with the right platform to launch my career in the direction I have always aspired.
I consider myself fortunate that I have been able to initially start my Bachelor’s degree from USP Labasa Campus and then complete my Bachelor’s Degree at Lautoka Campus. It enabled to pursue my studies further until I achieved my Masters Qualification even while working.
It is great that the West based students have the facilities at the Lautoka Campus to complete their programme of studies. I would recommend USP to someone considering higher education as USP never compromises quality and standard. Also for people in the West, if you wish to study while staying with your family and continue with your work then USP Lautoka campus is your destination. Education is the passport to the Future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.
Field of Study
Bachelor of Agriculture
Job Role:
Clerical Assistant
Organization:
USP Lautoka Campus
Testimonial:
Through its Distance and Flexible learning (DFL) platform, USP has provided me opportunity to manage my work with studies from Lautoka Campus. USP has given me the best study opportunity of my life. Having such great academics and mentors has enabled me to cherish my virtual classroom and field practical memories.
I would recommend USP to anyone who is in search of a higher education institute, as the institution provides such great teaching and learning experiences to make students work ready upon graduation. Secondly having friendly study environment, which enables you to network with people from all works of life throughout your academic journey.
One of the inspiring aspects is that USP provides students with work-integrated education opportunity to help students gain better sense of their chosen program.
If you are determined to gain quality higher education, USP is your go-to destination!
Field of Study:
Master of Science in Mathematics
Job Role:
Head of Department (Mathematics & Physics)
Organization:
DAV College Ba
Testimonial:
Studying at USP has enabled me to achieve my career goals. USP provides students with opportunities to meet people from so many different backgrounds. It also gives opportunity to explore students own potential and to achieve career dreams. USP helps to integrate different cultural ideas and gives opportunity on diverse range of learning, socializing and norms of residing. USP helps in realization and achievement of dream.
Field of Study:
Bachelor of Agriculture
Currently enrolled in Post Graduate Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Science)
Job Role:
Station Coordinator (Monitoring and Surveillance)
Organization:
Biosecurity Authority of Fiji
Testimonial:
Studying at USP has been the steppingstone I needed to attain my academic and career aspirations. USP has given me the resources and academic insights I needed to execute this pursuit.
Field of Study:
Post Graduate Diploma in Science – Mathematics
Job Role:
Mathematics and Physics Teacher
Organization:
Ba Sangam College
Testimonial:
Being away from the vicinity of USP campuses, I still got an opportunity to fulfil my dream, pursue my further studies through cohort, and zoom lectures. USP enriched my learning and buttressed my passion, built me with knowledge and I began with the future I had been dreaming of. USP never compromises quality and standard.
In life, do not just dream big – look for ways to achieve them in reality.
Field of Study:
Master of Commerce in Professional Accounting
Job Role:
Accountant
Organization:
University of The South Pacific
How has USP helped shape your future?
Education at USP has broaden my knowledge and skills in the field of accounting. It has also helped me grow in my career.
Why would you recommend USP to someone considering higher education?
USP qualification is internationally recognized. It also prepares graduates for real time experience in job market.
Testimonial
I started my degree in 2007 in Bachelor of Arts Accounting & Finance Management/ Economics. When I graduated in 2011 it inspired me to further my studies. Since than I have completed my Post Graduate and Master qualifications and the desire is to continue further. Education has no boundaries.
Field of Study:
-Post Graduate Diploma in Commerce (Management & Public Administration)
-Bachelor of Commerce
Job Role:
Secretary
Organization:
USP Lautoka Campus
How has USP helped shaped your future?
The courses offered at USP helped me broaden my knowledge which I can use in my career. The Secretary position is not just typing but comes with a lot of responsibilities. I have a lot more administrative work along with handling payroll and HR matters for the campus. I am able to multi task. With the program I studied I was able to gain more knowledge on my management skills. Some of the course required group work which helped me to build my relationship with staff and students at USP Lautoka. Being a full time employee and a single mother was challenging. I had to manage my time with work, housework, looking after my sons needs but with support from family, friends and work colleagues I was able to achieve my Post Graduate and BCOM. I had to sacrifice a lot of my personal time and at times I wanted to give up but now I have achieved my dream by graduating from a University. I have made a lot of new friends and now I am able to use my spare time doing community work. I have served in various organizations, boards and I can only say that it was from my learning at USP. I am a proud employee of USP for the last 16 years and now an Alumni.
Why would you recommend USP to someone considering higher education?
Studying through distance learning may be challenging but if you want to achieve your dream you have to commit to your studies. I encourage everyone despite what age you may be to consider higher education. USP has a conducive learning environment. USP offers courses through various modes and with advanced technology and quality teaching you will be able to achieve your goal. I took a while going back to studies because I always thought that I had studied enough to achieve my BCOM. But my mother kept encouraging me to go further along with my friends and work colleagues. I am always grateful for these people who played an important role in me achieving my certificates. I realized that age is not a factor when you want to study because no matter how old you get there is still room for you to gain a degree. USP is a brand name and I would encourage anyone to take up studies here because they have all the programs that you can help choose a good career. By attaining higher education, you can improve your quality of life and increase your opportunities.
Inspiring message
“Education is a long term investment. The time and money you put in, the courage you have to move through challenges and persevere… it will all keep paying off for the rest of your life.” Be committed to your studies and achieve your goal. Be around people who share the same sentiment and share common goals. Work hard stand tall and you will be proud of what you have achieved in the end.
Field of Study:
Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce (Management & Public Administration)
Job Role:
Accounts/Human Resource Officer
Organization:
BLK
Testimonial:
To graduate from the University of the South Pacific is one of the great milestones of my life. Having the passion to join the Management and Human Resource has led me to join USP. The field of management and administration is rapidly growing with the demand to constantly upskill your knowledge and qualifications. With its distance & flexible Learning platform (DFL), USP has provided me with the right platform to launch my career in the direction I have always aspired. Graduating with a Bachelors and Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce while studying at USP Lautoka campus has been rewarding. Getting a chance to be taught by lecturers who are highly qualified with years of experience in this field and are very helpful in assisting academically is a great opportunity to learn from.
USP Lautoka campus provides a warm and supportive environment for students. The campus provides distance learning flexibility at the comfort of your home. Courses and programs are offered in print, online and blended mode which made my study a lot easier as I was a working student. Furthermore, the staff at the campus are resourceful and helpful in providing information required to complete the course successfully.
My greatest achievement as a student is acquiring the problem solving skills developed outside the theoretically course-based notes. For example, lectures were not physical present so as a student we needed to constantly read and acquire knowledge to come up with our own research for assignments and projects ideas. As a working student managing time has been challenging and I had to plan my time wisely in order to achieve my goals academically and professionally. An advice to current and future students is that Follow your passion, be determined to achieve your goals. The day you wear that gown and hat, it will be truly rewarding.