S2 E1: Urban MBA & Adapting to Technological Change with Kofi Oppong

Welcome to the #FuturesPodcast, a podcast series created by the Birkbeck Futures team, here at Birkbeck, University of London. We will be sharing our conversations with industry leaders, hiring managers and Birkbeck Alumni to offer you an invaluable platform for industry knowledge and career support, from relevant and relatable sources. In a new series, the #FuturesPodcast will be delving into the world of enterprise and chatting with inspiring entrepreneurs and industry leaders across the UK start-up scene. In our first episode in this new series, we meet with Kofi Oppong, Founder and CEO of Urban MBA. Kofi has a wealth of professional expertise and life experience to back up his programmes at Urban MBA, “the university for street entrepreneurs”, which provide enterprise education, employment training and life skills to people from all walks of life. Listen to Kofi discuss his background and work experience, how he set up Urban MBA, and his advice for staying ahead of the curve as an entrepreneur in the face of rapid technological advancements. Birkbeck Futures is a one-stop service that combines the Careers Service, Enterprise Pathways and Birkbeck Talent to support our students and graduates in their future lives. Go further in your career with our dedicated services to enhance your skills, develop a business idea and connect with employers for your next career step. Head to bbk.ac.uk/futures for more details.