Alumni story

Brian Etemesi

Software Engineer

Kenya

"Woolf provided me flexibility, a strong community, and high quality education. It really broadened my perspective and significantly improved my communication skills. I graduated not just more knowledgeable, but also more confident and well-rounded."

My Journey with Woolf: How a Remote Degree Helped Me Build a Career in Software

I’m Brian Etemesi, a software engineerbased in Nairobi, Kenya. I currently work in the fintech space, building corebanking solutions for financial institutions. But I didn’t start out in tech,my first degree was actually in International Relations.

After discovering a passion forsoftware, I completed a certification with ALX. I knew I wanted to take thingsfurther, so I decided to earn a recognized Computer Science degree throughWoolf. It was an easy decision. Woolf offered an accredited program, acceptedcredit transfers, and allowed me to study remotely while continuing to work andlive in Nairobi.

Woolf was more than just a place togain technical skills and earn a degree. It broadened my perspective,strengthened my communication, and gave me a level of confidence I hadn’texperienced before.

One moment that stands out for me wasa team challenge organized by Kibo, the Woolf college I studied under. I didn’tthink I had done anything special, and I honestly doubted whether I’d succeed.But I kept showing up. In the end, I came out on top. That experience taught mesomething I now live by: showing up consistently opens doors.

My classmates had a big impact on meas well. I was especially inspired by the Nigerian students. They were bold,ambitious, and incredibly driven. Watching them pursue opportunities withconfidence made me ask myself, “What’s stopping me from doing the same?”

Today, I’m proud to be working in techin a role I wouldn’t have landed without pursuing my degree through Woolf. Iplan to keep this momentum going and hopefully continue my journey with aMaster’s degree through Woolf. The experience so far has been incrediblyrewarding.

If you’re thinking about joiningWoolf, here’s my advice: go for it. The flexibility, the global community, thequality of learning, it’s all delivered in a way that helps you grow and reachyour goals.

"As a working parent, I needed something flexible and manageable. Woolf’s structure fit me perfectly. I was nervous at first, balancing work, parenting, and midnight classes, but the support, resources, and sense of community kept me going."

“Through Woolf and Kibo, I gained a globally recognized Computer Science degree with a focus on Full Stack Development. The flexible, supportive program helped me grow, overcome challenges, and build the confidence to pursue ambitious projects in tech.”

“Woolf and Scaler’s hands-on Master’s program gave me the practical skills and confidence I was missing after my undergraduate degree. Real projects, professional tools, and mentorship transformed how I think, build, and solve problems — leading me to a career as a Software Engineer.”

"Woolf provided me flexibility, a strong community, and high quality education. It really broadened my perspective and significantly improved my communication skills. I graduated not just more knowledgeable, but also more confident and well-rounded."

“Woolf’s flexible, accredited program gave me structure, community, and the confidence to grow. From landing my dream internship to winning a hackathon, Woolf opened doors and shaped both my career and mindset.”

“Woolf’s flexible, world-class program let me study data science without pausing my career. Through hands-on projects like building a credit scoring model, I gained confidence, clarity, and momentum to grow professionally.”

"The program at Woolf gave me the language to articulate what I had been intuitively practicing for years. It sharpened my strategic thinking and reinforced my belief that art can be a tool for social transformation."

"My degree with Woolf has helped me professionally to gain business expertise in the arts and to open the door to acquiring further expertise in strategic planning in the arts."

“Woolf’s MBA in Data Analytics transformed how I think and lead. The flexible, credible program helped me balance work and study, sharpen my strategic insight, and restore my confidence to pursue senior leadership opportunities.”

"GCAS college at Woolf has offered me a venue to explore my ideas with like-minded individuals, whose aspirations to expand their (and others) horizons, finding new ideas and thoughts to assist our fellow human beings to be more efficient, kinder, and smarter."

“Woolf’s MBA blended theory with hands-on practice. From real-world case studies to live mentor sessions, it reshaped how I approach finance, strategy, and leadership—helping me grow in my career and think bigger about the future.”

"The best part of the Woolf learning experience is seeing theory land in the real world. Working not only in theory but applying real knowledge to real problems in real life. OneDay college at Woolf provides practical coaching and formal credibility."

“Woolf’s Executive MBA in Arts Innovation gave me the language and frameworks to elevate early childhood music education from classrooms to the global stage. I now lead with greater confidence, advocating for the arts as a force for equity, wellbeing, and public health.”

“Woolf’s MBA through the Global Leaders Institute gave me the structure and tools I needed as a first-time entrepreneur — helping me transform passion into sustainable systems and build a future for classical music in Kenya.”

"At Woolf, each module shaped how I approached my work. Add to that the diversity of perspectives from fellow students and supportive tutors, and you’ve got an experience that was both intellectually stimulating and personally transformative."

"Woolf’s MSc in Computer Science: AI and Machine Learning gave me the flexibility to balance work while learning from industry experts. The project-based approach and peer collaboration deepened my skills and confidence. Completing the program accelerated my career, strengthened my leadership, and gave me a global network I continue to learn from."

"My Woolf degree significantly enhanced my career trajectory by providing me with specialised knowledge in the emerging field of data science and machine learning, and expanded my professional network. Every class was a memorable moment for me."

"Woolf’s program gave me practical skills in analytics, programming, and data management while balancing work and studies. It directly led to my promotion and prepared me for a future in data science, turning my ambitions into reality."

"Woolf’s program gave me flexible, high-quality learning that I could apply directly to my work. It strengthened my coding, system design, and strategic thinking, helping me grow in technical leadership and lifelong learning."

"Woolf’s program gave me flexible, rigorous, and practical training that strengthened my system design and engineering skills. It transformed me into a more confident, strategic developer, prepared for scalable, real-world software challenges."

"Woolf’s program gave me practical data science skills that I could apply directly in a clinical setting. Its flexibility allowed me to balance studies with maternity leave while learning predictive modeling and machine learning to improve patient outcomes and lab operations."

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Brian Etemesi

"Woolf provided me flexibility, a strong community, and high quality education. It really broadened my perspective and significantly improved my communication skills. I graduated not just more knowledgeable, but also more confident and well-rounded."

My Journey with Woolf: How a Remote Degree Helped Me Build a Career in Software

"As a working parent, I needed something flexible and manageable. Woolf’s structure fit me perfectly. I was nervous at first, balancing work, parenting, and midnight classes, but the support, resources, and sense of community kept me going."

“Through Woolf and Kibo, I gained a globally recognized Computer Science degree with a focus on Full Stack Development. The flexible, supportive program helped me grow, overcome challenges, and build the confidence to pursue ambitious projects in tech.”

“Woolf and Scaler’s hands-on Master’s program gave me the practical skills and confidence I was missing after my undergraduate degree. Real projects, professional tools, and mentorship transformed how I think, build, and solve problems — leading me to a career as a Software Engineer.”

"Woolf provided me flexibility, a strong community, and high quality education. It really broadened my perspective and significantly improved my communication skills. I graduated not just more knowledgeable, but also more confident and well-rounded."

“Woolf’s flexible, accredited program gave me structure, community, and the confidence to grow. From landing my dream internship to winning a hackathon, Woolf opened doors and shaped both my career and mindset.”

“Woolf’s flexible, world-class program let me study data science without pausing my career. Through hands-on projects like building a credit scoring model, I gained confidence, clarity, and momentum to grow professionally.”

"The program at Woolf gave me the language to articulate what I had been intuitively practicing for years. It sharpened my strategic thinking and reinforced my belief that art can be a tool for social transformation."

"My degree with Woolf has helped me professionally to gain business expertise in the arts and to open the door to acquiring further expertise in strategic planning in the arts."

“Woolf’s MBA in Data Analytics transformed how I think and lead. The flexible, credible program helped me balance work and study, sharpen my strategic insight, and restore my confidence to pursue senior leadership opportunities.”

"GCAS college at Woolf has offered me a venue to explore my ideas with like-minded individuals, whose aspirations to expand their (and others) horizons, finding new ideas and thoughts to assist our fellow human beings to be more efficient, kinder, and smarter."

“Woolf’s MBA blended theory with hands-on practice. From real-world case studies to live mentor sessions, it reshaped how I approach finance, strategy, and leadership—helping me grow in my career and think bigger about the future.”

"The best part of the Woolf learning experience is seeing theory land in the real world. Working not only in theory but applying real knowledge to real problems in real life. OneDay college at Woolf provides practical coaching and formal credibility."

“Woolf’s Executive MBA in Arts Innovation gave me the language and frameworks to elevate early childhood music education from classrooms to the global stage. I now lead with greater confidence, advocating for the arts as a force for equity, wellbeing, and public health.”

“Woolf’s MBA through the Global Leaders Institute gave me the structure and tools I needed as a first-time entrepreneur — helping me transform passion into sustainable systems and build a future for classical music in Kenya.”

"At Woolf, each module shaped how I approached my work. Add to that the diversity of perspectives from fellow students and supportive tutors, and you’ve got an experience that was both intellectually stimulating and personally transformative."

"My Woolf degree significantly enhanced my career trajectory by providing me with specialised knowledge in the emerging field of data science and machine learning, and expanded my professional network. Every class was a memorable moment for me."

"Woolf’s program gave me practical skills in analytics, programming, and data management while balancing work and studies. It directly led to my promotion and prepared me for a future in data science, turning my ambitions into reality."

"Woolf’s program gave me flexible, high-quality learning that I could apply directly to my work. It strengthened my coding, system design, and strategic thinking, helping me grow in technical leadership and lifelong learning."

"Woolf’s program gave me flexible, rigorous, and practical training that strengthened my system design and engineering skills. It transformed me into a more confident, strategic developer, prepared for scalable, real-world software challenges."

"Woolf’s program gave me practical data science skills that I could apply directly in a clinical setting. Its flexibility allowed me to balance studies with maternity leave while learning predictive modeling and machine learning to improve patient outcomes and lab operations."

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