A recent graduate of the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) has sparked a heated debate online after declaring she would not accept any job offering less than GH¢4,000.
She made this bold statement during a social media discussion about entry-level salaries for university graduates in the country.
She argued that her expectation is based on her experience during her national service, where she learned of “really good-paying jobs” available through networking and connections.
She stated, “No, I won’t because when I started my service, I got to know that there are really good-paying jobs; all you need is the connection.”
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She further elaborated that developing these connections during national service was key to unlocking these opportunities.
Expressing her unwillingness to accept lower offers, she added, “I don’t think I will settle for GH¢ 2,000…2,000 is below… as a degree holder, maybe some 4k won’t be bad,” indicating that she considers GH¢4,000 a more appropriate starting point for someone with a university degree.
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Her comments have ignited a discussion across social media platforms, with many weighing in on the realities of the job market and the expectations of fresh graduates.
Some commenters applauded her ambition and encouraged her to aim high, emphasizing the value of higher education. Others expressed concern that her salary expectation was unrealistic given the current economic climate and the competitive job market in Ghana.
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The comments and question still remain: As a university graduate, what’s the range of salary you’ll accept with your degree?