A slogan that worked magic in their lives

Micro Business College's alumni adorn coveted positions in many reputed organizations 

Addis Ababa: “Hojjechaa Barachuu, Barachaa Hojjechuu” is a slogan conceived by the founder and President of Micro Business College (MBC), Mr. Abera Tilahun. Meaning, ‘Work while you learn and learn while you work”, this was adopted as the catchphrase of the college just to encourage and inspire many of its students who were doing education, simultaneously helping their family in agriculture. And it worked. 

For example, students, like Mr. Ayale Likuma and Mr. Shimelis Wakgari could receive huge motivation from the slogan, which helped them to be self-standing and hard working.

President of Micro Business College, Mr. Abera Tilahun with his former student, Mr. Ayele Likuma who is currently Assistant Branch Manager with Awash International Bank in Addis Ababa. Photo: SIVAKUMAR K.P.

  

Mr. Ayale Likuma, currently working as Assistant Branch Manager with Awash International Bank worked as photographer while studying Accountancy at the MBC. He purchased a camera worth Birr 600 and offered photographic service to the needy, during free time. Recently he was awarded with a certificate of appreciation by the bank for his exceptional performance. At his posh office, showing a stack of certificates he has obtained, Mr. Ayele points proudly to the one he first obtained from MBC. 

Former student of Micro Business College, Mr. Shimelis Wakgari who is currently Customer Service Manager with Oromia International Bank in Addis Ababa. Photo: SIVAKUMAR K.P.

Another alumnus, Mr. Shimelis Wakgari cannot forget helping his family in farming. Now he is adorning a responsible position with the Oromia International Bank as Customer Service Manager. Virtues obtained from MBC continue to pursue him to be sincere to the bank’s customers. 

- From February 2015 issue of Micro Voice monthly newsletter.