World of Work (WOW)
Semester 2
2012
Register and book for these events online
www.qmun.prospects.ac.uk/
Mon 30 Jan
ROOM 54
12.15 – 1.15
1.15 – 2.15
Work experience – where to start?
Addresses the importance of work
experience and the different types of
work experience available. Specific
schemes covered, and their
requirements.
CVs and Application Forms
What do employers look for in graduate
applications? Tips on how to create that vital first
impression.
Marion Pollock, QMU Careers
Juan Garcia, QMU Job Shop
Tue 31 Jan
ROOM 56
Starwood Hotels and Resorts
Graduate Management
Programmes
Learn about the Vita and Finance
Futura programmes from a current
Starwood management trainee.
Third Sector Internships Scotland
Looking for paid work experience in an innovative
and enterprising environment? Discover how
TSIS can help you develop your skills while
making a lasting contribution to the third sector.
Fiona Boyle/Ed Blackburn, TSIS
Guilherme Nogeira Pinto, Sheraton
Wed 1 Feb
Room 66
Assessment Centres
Many large graduate recruiters use
assessment centres as part of their
selection process. Elaine Lawther
from NHS Scotland describes the
types of assessment used and
provides tips on how to prepare.
Elaine Lawther, National Leadership
Unit, NHS Scotland
Workplace Experience Programme for
International Students
Delivered by AGCAS Scotland and funded by the
Scottish Government this programme offers
international students the chance to engage with
the workplace in Scotland. All international
students currently studying at a Scottish university
(including students from European countries) are
eligible.
Robert Calder, AGCAS Scotland.
Thur 2 Feb
ROOM 56
Graduate Programme – Santander
Find out about opportunities for
graduates and students with this large
graduate employer and hear a former
QMU student talk about what it’s like
to be on a graduate recruitment
programme.
Preparing for Interviews,
Top Tips
The key to a successful interview is preparation.
This session looks at different types of interview
and how to anticipate the questions you'll be
asked. For advice on interviews see also the
session on Assessment Centres.
Bhavika Joshi, Santander
Marion Pollock, QMU Careers
World of Work (WOW)
Semester 2
2012
Register and book for these events online
www.qmun.prospects.ac.uk/
Mon 6 Feb
Recruitment for Nurses 12.15 – 2.15
QARANC Recruiting - Army Medical Directorate
ROOM 64
Tue 7 Feb
ROOM 54
Wed 8 Feb
ROOM 2170
Thur 9 Feb
12.15 – 1.15
1.15 – 2.15
Recruitment Agencies
What are they, what do they do and
what use are they to you? This
presentation will give you an insight
into the world of recruitment and
inform you of current opportunities
with Brightwork Ltd.
Preparing for Interviews,
Top Tips
The key to a successful interview is preparation.
This session looks at different types of interview
and how to anticipate the questions you'll be
asked. For advice on interviews see also the
session on Assessment Centres.
Sean Magee, Brightwork
Note: Stall in Food For Thought 1.15
– 2.15 to answer questions and
accept CVs. Please come prepared.
Marion Pollock, QMU Careers
Business Start-up
Advice and guidance on how to go
about setting up your own business,
including assistance provided by
Business Gateway.
Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Ever wanted to travel? Want to explore the
world? Enjoy meeting new people?
Find out about the CELTA qualification -an
opportunity to live and work abroad.
Alistair Bryce, East Lothian Business
Gateway
Hannah Bienge, Basil Paterson College
Postgraduate Study
Looks at the reasons for considering
postgraduate study, different forms of
postgraduate study, funding for study
and how to research course options.
CVs and Application Forms
What do employers look for in graduate
applications? Tips on how to create that vital first
impression.
Marion Pollock, QMU Careers Rm 54
QMU Careers Rm 66
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