Welcome to your monthly faculty update on all things employability
-related at MMU.
The
term is close to the end and as Christmas and the New Year approach, it is
important to remind you that the new term is crucial for staying on top
of employment searching!
Most events are bookable at http://www.mmu.ac.uk/careers/events/ and
a separate URL is shown where this is not the case.
Also, follow @ManMetCareers on
Twitter as they post daily on events, internships and job opportunities.
Marketing – Meet the Employers
Wednesday 30th November, 2:00pm
– 5:00pm, Business School
This
event is a MUST for students across ALL departments and ALL year
groups within the Faculty. Students will have an opportunity to meet
employers, find out about the industry they work in and about the placement,
graduate and part time work opportunities that are available. This is the
perfect way for students to make an impression with the people in the industry
that matter!
Our
stellar line-up includes: MEC Manchester, Smoking Gunn PR, The Media Octopus,
Creative Resource, IBM, LateRooms.com and many more! See attached
flyer which will hopefully be useful to ‘flash’ up during your lectures and
share via Moodle and other communications.
Students
should sign up on CareerHub here: bit.ly/marketingmeet
Although
this event is a November session, it is vital students are aware of this and
have the opportunity to attend.
National Law LIVE
There
is a one-day national law careers conference taking place in Manchester on
Friday 2 December in Manchester. It is aimed at students who want to work in a
large, national law firm.
The
theme of the conference will be the economics of national law firms, how a
career might progress and the life of lawyers working in this sort of business.
There
are workshops led by major law firms, a keynote speaker and two panel
discussions.
You
must apply online and the cost is £24.
Opportunities at the Entrepreneurial-Spark
There are a number of opportunities with
various start-up businesses which include accountancy, marketing and research
roles.
There are currently opportunities for short
term work experience in Spinningfields with various start-up businesses. Roles
include accountancy, marketing and research and will be a great benefit to
students looking for employment in these areas.
What’s on in December?
All events listed are bookable through
the Careers and Employability Service website unless stated otherwise.
Thursday
1:
Managing your Dissertation – Study Skills Development 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Room
0.34, John Dalton, Manchester Campus
This session aims to review dissertation
styles and stages and adopt strategies for producing organized higher level
work. As well as build confidence in planning and tackling each stage
methodically through good time management. It will inform about techniques for
managing stress and enjoying the process and hear the importance of engaging
with available resourses for successful dissertation completion.
By the end of this session you should
understand the various techniques and strategies to plan, tackle and enjoy
dissertation scoping and writing.
Thursday
1:
How to Write Winning CVs 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Room
3.01, Business School, Manchester Campus
Ever wondered what the difference is between okay and winning
CVs? This workshop explores different CV formats and covering letters, and the
key qualities employers look for that will make you stand out from the crowd
and bag an interview.
Thursday
1:
Critical Reading – Study Skills Development 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Room
222, Geoffrey Manton, Manchester Campus
This session will cover a range of techniques to assist you
with reading and taking notes in a critical manner. It will also help you
evaluate reading materials.
Tuesday
6:
I’m not sure what I want to do…For Business Students 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Room
3.25, Business School, Manchester Campus
If you aren’t sure what your options are after you graduate
or you need help in deciding what’s best for you, then you aren’t the only one!
It’s never too early to start planning your next steps, this
session will help you to explore your options, research your next steps and
improve your future career options.
Tuesday
6:
Successful Interviews: Get That Job! 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Room
325, Geoffrey Manton, Manchester Campus
Interviews are your one chance to impress and get ahead of
the competition. This workshop explores the interview experience from start to
finish - get advice to maximise your performance and boost your confidence,
learn how to prepare and hear tips for handling difficult questions.
Wednesday
7:
Numerical Reasoning Psychometric Tests – how to be prepared 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Room
2.05, Sandra Burslem Building, Manchester Campus
With many employers using psychometric tests during the recruitment
process, it can be helpful to practise and know what to expect before the real
thing.
This session gives an insight into the types of numerical reasoning
tests you might face, why employers use them and where you can practise.
The first half of the session will explain what is expected of those who
take numerical reasoning tests along with some insight into the thoughts of
companies who design them. The second half will consist of a mock test along
with a discussion of the questions and how to best answer them in timed
conditions.
Note - this is a workshop covering numerical
reasoning tests (it is not a drop in session). Students who need to sharpen up
on their basic maths will gain significant benefit from
attending this session.
Wednesday
7:
Working For Yourself: How To Get Started 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Room
3.05, Business School, Manchester Campus
Thinking of going freelance or starting your own business?
More and more MMU graduates are doing this. Learn about what working for
yourself involves - the benefits and the challenges - and get top tips for success
together with the support you can access through MMU and local agencies.
Wednesday
7:
Proofreading Strategies – Study Skills Development 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Room
4.04B, Business School, Manchester Campus
This session will introduce you to the vital stage of
proofreading your work. It will bring to your attention the different
techniques and strategies for reading your work and what to look out for.
Thursday
8:
Harvard Referencing – Study Skills Development 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Room
338, Geoffrey Manton, Manchester Campus
Harvard referencing - study skills development workshop
available to all Manchester Metropolitan University Students. Focussing on
providing students with the correct guidance on citations and reference lists
and how to avoid plagiarism.
Thursday
8:
Getting a Summer internship for Business students 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Room
G35, Business School, Manchester Campus
Make the
most of your summer break, boost your CV, and gain work experience by doing an
internship. Attend this session to explore where to find internships and when
to apply, the support available for applications and interviews, and how to
make the most of your internship.
• Our events are open to current students, staff
and graduates (up to 3 years after graduation)
• Events take place across campus. Please aim to
arrive 5 minutes before the published start time
• All of our workshops take place in accessible
rooms. If you have a disability and have any additional requirements, please
let us know before the session
Friday
9:
Use LinkedIn to Kick-Start Your Career 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Room
301, Geoffrey Manton, Manchester Campus
This interactive session shows you how to develop and improve
your own LinkedIn profile, whether you are an active user or new to the site;
as well as offering tips on using LinkedIn to network effectively, increase
your connections and link to employers.
Friday
9:
Use LinkedIn to Kick-Start Your Career 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Room
301, Geoffrey Manton, Manchester Campus
This interactive session shows you how to develop and improve
your own LinkedIn profile, whether you are an active user or new to the site; as
well as offering tips on using LinkedIn to network effectively, increase your
connections and link to employers.
Tuesday
13:
Presentation Skills – Study Skills Development 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Room
4.06A, Business School, Manchester Campus
This session will provide advice on planning
and delivering a successful presentation, including support with delivery
techniques.
By the
end of the session you should be able to plan a coherent and focused
presentation, with an optional follow -up opportunity to practice and receive
feedback on delivery.
Wednesday
14:
Carbon Literacy Training 1:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Room
TBC
Climate change is one of the greatest
challenges we are currently facing and it will affect all aspects of society.
As a result, employers are increasingly
realising the importance of employing graduates with an understanding of
environmental and social issues in order to cope with future challenges.
By taking part in this training, you will
gain an understanding of:
•The basic science behind climate change
•Social equity & climate change
•What you can do to act on climate change
•Strategies and skills for communicating
action on climate change
Carbon Literacy training consists of two
parts:
1. E-learning- ‘Carbon Literacy
Knowledge’
An interactive e-learning course that will
provide you with a good understanding of climate change and the science behind
it. You need to complete the e-learning before you are eligible to attend the
Carbon Literacy Workshop. The course takes approximately 3 hours to complete.
You will receive your login details for the
e-learning approximately 2 weeks ahead of the Carbon Literacy workshop. If you
wish to receive login details earlier, please contact Jane Mork: j.mork@mmu.ac.uk.
2. Carbon Literacy Workshop-
“Climate Change Action and Communication”
A workshop led by MMU’s Carbon Literacy
facilitators. In this fun and engaging session, you will learn about what you
can do to act on climate change as well as how you can persuade others to do
the same.
Qualifications and recognition
You will receive an official Carbon Literacy
Certificate and the training also counts towards your Futures Skills Award.
Please note:
This course is only for Manchester
Met students.
Places are limited, so please
only register if you are sure you can attend. If you fail to turn up you may be
taking the opportunity from another student.
Please note: The e-learning is offered to
Manchester Met students via an external provider, Virtual College. If you sign
up for the course, we will need to provide your email address to them and the
Carbon Literacy Project. Their privacy policy is available here: http://www.virtual-college.co.uk/toc/privacy-policy.aspx
If there is anything you would like putting in next month’s
bulletin, please let me know.
Maisie Townshend
Graduate Intern for
Employability
Telephone: 0161 247
2473
Business School
All Saints Campus
Manchester
Metropolitan University
Oxford Road
Manchester
M15 6BH
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