Setbacks are not failures and rather opportunities to redirect into a new path towards success, a graduate said during Cosmopolitan College of Commerce and Technology’s (Cosmo) 18th Convocation Ceremony at The Empire Brunei’s Indera Samudra Hall yesterday.
Abdul Aziz bin Abdullah, a recipient of the Overall Performance Award in Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma, said during his acceptance speech that meeting new people was not easy but at Cosmo he was greeted with a friendly and welcoming environment.
“I have joined countless workshops, industry trips, volunteer events, career talks and be job ready sessions,” he said, adding that he had also attended a global internship at the British College of Applied Studies Campus where he was assigned to work in their media department. During his internship, he was immersed in a new culture, working with individuals from different countries, and adapt to diverse perspectives, such was the depth of his learning experience.
Meanwhile, Adlie Hairul Musthaqeem bin Abdullah, a recipient of the Overall Performance Award Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Diploma in Information Technology said, “Cosmo has been more than just a place to study; it has been a place of growth, opportunity and connection.”
The 471 graduates comprised students who completed their studies in Information Technology, Business, and Creative Media from Pearson BTEC Level 1, Pearson BTEC Level 2, Pearson BTEC Level 3 and Pearson BTEC Level 5.
Cosmo Chairman Dr Haji Abdul Aziz bin Haji Abdul Latif said, “In this era of globalisation, it is not only obtaining a degree, diploma, or certificate but also about acquiring soft skills, which are now a benchmark for employers.
“The learning journey of the graduates does not end there; they must stay updated with the current technological developments and enhance their knowledge to support Brunei Vision 2035.”
Minister of Education Datin Seri Setia Dr Hajah Romaizah binti Haji Mohd Salleh, the guest of honour, presented certificates to the graduates. – Fadhil Yunus
