…. A Career Guide for Every Department
Odunayomi Ogunsola
At Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, MAPOLY, each department is more than a classroom, it’s a gateway to possibilities. Our students are builders, innovators, storytellers, scientists, and leaders. This guide celebrates every department while pointing to the career opportunities that await beyond the walls of our institution.
Quote Box Idea:
“Your department is not just where you study, it’s where your future begins.”
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Builders of nations. MAPOLY Civil Engineers are the backbone of physical development, shaping roads, bridges, and structures that define communities.
Careers: Site Engineer | Project Supervisor | Quantity Surveyor | Structural Designer | Road Safety Consultant
Career Note: The demand for smart city developers is rising globally.
COMPUTER ENGINEERING
The gadget wizards. They design, repair, and innovate the systems that keep the digital age alive.
Careers: Hardware Engineer | Network Technician | ICT Support | Robotics Technician | Cybersecurity Hardware Specialist
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
The power champions. MAPOLY Electrical Engineers keep homes, industries, and cities alive with energy.
Careers: Power Technician | Electrical Engineer | Renewable Energy Specialist | Solar Installation Expert | Electrical Safety Inspector
Career Note: Solar and renewable energy skills are in high demand.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Masters of motion. They power industries with expertise in machines, tools, and engines.
Careers: Maintenance Engineer | Production Supervisor | HVAC Technician | Automotive Engineer
Career Note: Automation and manufacturing industries are expanding fast.
ACCOUNTANCY
Guardians of numbers. Accountancy students are the keepers of balance in every financial system.
Careers: Accountant | Auditor | Tax Consultant | Finance Officer | Budget Analyst | Forensic Accountant
Career Note: Banks, firms, and government agencies all need your expertise.
BANKING & FINANCE
Financial strategists. They drive the world of loans, investments, and wealth management.
Careers: Loan Officer | Treasury Assistant | Investment Advisor | Risk Manager | Financial Planner
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Leaders in the making. They manage people, projects, and enterprises with skill and vision.
Careers: HR Officer | Business Manager | Sales Supervisor | Entrepreneur | Business Consultant | Procurement Manager
MARKETING
The storytellers of business. Marketing students give life to products and connect them with customers.
Careers: Brand Manager | Advertising Officer | Social Media Marketer | Market Researcher | Digital Campaign Strategist
COMPUTER SCIENCE
The coders of the future. MAPOLY Computer Scientists turn ideas into software, apps, and digital tools.
Careers: Programmer | Web Developer | Data Analyst | IT Support Specialist | Mobile App Developer | Cybersecurity Analyst
Career Note: Tech jobs can be done remotely worldwide.
NUTRITION & DIETETICS
Guardians of wellness. They design healthy meals and fight malnutrition across communities.
Careers: Dietician | Food Service Supervisor | Wellness Coach | Food Safety Inspector | Nutrition Consultant
HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
Faces of comfort. They create experiences in hotels, resorts, and events.
Careers: Front Office Manager | Event Planner | Resort Manager | Travel Coordinator | Cruise Ship Manager
LEISURE & TOURISM
Explorers at heart. They promote travel, culture, and recreation.
Careers: Tour Guide | Travel Consultant | Resort Staff | Tourism Marketing Officer
Career Note: Opportunities abound in eco-tourism and cultural tourism.
PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNOLOGY
Soldiers of health. They contribute to drug production, distribution, and safety.
Careers: Pharmacy Technician | Medical Sales Representative | Pharmaceutical Quality Officer | Clinical Research Assistant
FOOD TECHNOLOGY
Food innovators. They ensure safe, improved, and quality food products.
Careers: Quality Control Officer | Product Developer | Food Safety Auditor | Beverage Technologist
SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
The scientists behind discoveries. They test, research, and analyse across industries.
Careers: Lab Technician | Research Assistant | Biotechnologist | Environmental Analyst | Chemical Analyst
STATISTICS & MATHEMATICS
Interpreters of numbers. They transform raw data into insights that guide decisions.
Careers: Data Analyst | Research Officer | Government Statistician | Market Forecaster | Insurance Analyst
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & MANAGEMENT
Protectors of nature. They design solutions for waste, sustainability, and climate change.
Careers: Waste Management Officer | Environmental Consultant | Conservation Project Officer | Sustainability Officer | Climate Change Analyst
LIBRARY & INFORMATION SCIENCE
Keepers of knowledge. They manage books, records, and digital content for generations.
Careers: Librarian | Archivist | Records Officer | Digital Content Curator | Research Assistant
MASS COMMUNICATION
Voices of society. They shape narratives, spread information, and influence culture.
Careers: Journalist | Broadcaster | PR Officer | Advertising Executive | Social Media Strategist | Media Analyst | Content Creator
OFFICE TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT
The lifeline of organizations. They ensure smooth and efficient administrative operations.
Careers: Secretary | Administrative Officer | Virtual Assistant | Office Coordinator | Customer Service Rep
ARCHITECTURE
Dreamers of cities. They design functional and beautiful spaces for the future.
Careers: Architectural Designer | Interior Designer | Draftsman | Construction Planner
Career Note: 3D modelling and landscape design are booming fields.
BUILDING TECHNOLOGY
Supervisors of structures. They monitor and guide building projects to completion.
Careers: Site Supervisor | Building Inspector | Renovation Specialist | Project Estimator
ESTATE MANAGEMENT
Custodians of property value. They manage, buy, and sell land and properties.
Careers: Estate Agent | Property Valuer | Real Estate Consultant | Facility Manager | Investment Analyst
QUANTITY SURVEYING
Accountants of construction. They control project costs and contracts.
Careers: Cost Estimator | Contract Administrator | Project Cost Controller | Procurement Officer
SURVEYING & GEOINFORMATICS
Mapmakers of modern society. They measure land and produce geospatial data.
Careers: Land Surveyor | GIS Officer | Cartographer | Drone Mapping Specialist | Geospatial Data Analyst
URBAN & REGIONAL PLANNING
Designers of communities. They plan cities, housing, and infrastructure for sustainable living.
Careers: Town Planner | Housing Project Officer | Development Control Officer | Infrastructure Planning Specialist
ART & INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
Creative innovators. They blend beauty and functionality to inspire the world.
Careers: Graphic Designer | Illustrator | Product Designer | Interior Decorator | Animation Artist | Brand Identity Designer
SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Hearts of humanity. They drive community growth, welfare, and empowerment.
Careers: Social Worker | NGO Project Officer | Community Development Officer | Youth Empowerment Coach | Social Policy Advocate
FINAL NOTE
Your MAPOLY certificate is a key, but not the whole journey. To shine beyond the walls, invest in yourself: take short courses, earn professional certificates, learn new skills, and keep practising them.
Remember — skills are flexible, passion is powerful, and opportunities are everywhere.
