The Open Institute Of Technology (OPIT)

Open Institute of Technology (OPIT), a renowned online university accredited by the European Union (EU) and renowned for its expertise in IT education, is happy to announce that, starting in the 2024–2027 academic year, it will be accepting more students from African countries, including Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana. OPIT has been committed to offering top-notch information technology education since its founding in 2023, and it is currently broadening its global reach to accept students from various backgrounds around Africa. OPIT drew a diverse group of 100 students in its first year, from 38 different countries, with a strong African presence. African nations accounted for a percentage of both Bachelor's (9%) and Master's (7%) students at OPIT, indicating the institution's dedication to promoting inclusivity and diversity within its student community. Furthermore, a significant portion of Master's students (40%) come from non-STEM backgrounds, highlighting OPIT's commitment to offering educational opportunities to people from a variety of professional backgrounds. Students from a diverse range of industries, including consulting, technology, gaming, energy, government, financial services, agriculture, oil and gas, and education, were among those in the first cohort of OPIT. The learning atmosphere at OPIT is rich and energetic due to the varied mix of backgrounds present. With the goal of better serving its prospective student body, OPIT has made a number of program, faculty, and support service improvements. New and Enhanced Programs For its 2024 BSc in Computer Science program, OPIT has added four new specialized tracks: Metaverse & Gaming, Data Science & AI, Software Development & Cloud Computing, and Cybersecurity. Furthermore, for students who want to combine digital business with fundamental computer science concepts, a new BSc in Digital Business has been introduced. OPIT currently provides other Master's Degree alternatives in addition to the MSc Applied Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (AI) curriculum. MSc in Enterprise Cybersecurity MSc in Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) MSc in Applied Digital Business Professor Francesco Profumo, Rector of OPIT and a former Italian Minister of Education, University, and Research, commented on the program's redesigned Bachelor's and Master's degrees: "OPIT's aim is to focus on high-quality online education in technology in an era marked by an inevitable acceleration towards the most critical shifts effecting society in the digital age. The first step is realizing that the skills that employers are seeking today and what most institutions teach are not aligned in the labor market. The so-called mismatch is the result of an excessive amount of theory and insufficient application, which has been exacerbated by the development of AI. We have determined which competencies will lead this shift and have incorporated them into our ground-breaking degrees. Faculty Expansion One of OPIT's most valuable resources is, without a doubt, the faculty. Faculty at OPIT will have a wide range of professional and academic backgrounds by 2024, having worked for companies such as Amazon, US Naval Research, Symantec, Microsoft, PayPal, McKinsey, MIT, Morgan Stanley, the University of Edinburgh, and more. This thoughtful combination guarantees a comprehensive training program at OPIT, combining academic knowledge with practical application. Regarding the faculty and instruction at OPIT, the organization's founder and director, Riccardo Ocleppo, said: "We blend cost-effectiveness, quality, and flexibility in our teaching model. In our opinion, education—remote or not—must ensure proximity in every other way, beginning with providing ongoing support for the learner across their academic career. We've implemented a brand-new concept for higher education that differs greatly from what conventional universities have to offer. We have chosen some of the most seasoned academics and industry experts in the field of technology to bolster our strategy. A top-notch educational experience is ensured by the creative format and the caliber of the instructors within a community of individuals united by the desire to join the workforce equipped with current, marketable skills. Experiences & Opportunities OPIT provides a wide range of international viewpoints because its instructors and students originate from all parts of the globe. The purpose of the recently established Professional Services Department is to help students connect with the industries and professional pathways that they want to pursue. Additionally, African students who enroll in 2024 will benefit from having World Education Services (WES) recognize their degrees. As a result of this recognition, OPIT degrees may soon be converted into points for use in immigration assessment procedures in both the US and Canada. About OPIT The goal of OPIT is to enable employment and advancement worldwide by offering reasonably priced, top-notch technological education. In order to prepare and upskill the upcoming generation of leaders in these domains, OPIT is an EU-accredited online higher education school that offers career-aligned degrees in computer science, digital business, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and other technology-related topics. OPIT employs a competence-based learning strategy in the development of its BSc and MSc degrees, with top international professors instructing students in English. Other stories Trains from Poland are brought in and put to use on the Tema-Mpakadan Railway Line. 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