What’s on in December? Employability Events

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 30^th 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.

Further details: http://www.nationallawlive.com/

 

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.

Find more information about this at https://socialxchangeblog.wordpress.com/2016/11/09/opportunities-at-the-entrepreneurial-spark/

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

Email: M.Townshend@mmu.ac.uk

Telephone: 0161 247 2473

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