The workshops are standalone and independent. Delegates can select the workshops best suited to their needs. All workshops are interactive and provide delegates with practical skills and will enhance their understanding of how to succeed in a crowded graduate employment marketplace
Workshop One
The Employer Perspective
- Understanding the needs of the Employer
- Understanding Employer decision making
Workshop Two
Self-Analysis
- Identify skills and personal qualities
- Identify areas for development
- Match skills and qualities to business sectors and potential employers
Workshop Three
Analysis of Competitive Business Environment
- Identify changes in business practice nationally and internationally
- Identify opportunities in both established and emerging business sectors
Workshop Four
Identify Sources of Information Regarding Suitable Vacancies
- Using print media
- Using social media
- Graduate fairs
- How to select suitable vacancies
Workshop Five
Interpretation of Job Description and Person Specification
- Understanding and evaluation of words and phrases
- How to match CV and covering letter
Workshop Six
CV preparation
- Matching CV to vacancy
- What must be included
- What must not be included
Workshop Seven
Activity Planning
- Development of a work plan to research graduate jobs market
- Implementation and management of activity
- Measuring effectiveness
Workshop Eight
The Selection Process
- The steps in the process
- How to prepare
- Why each step is important to the Employer
Workshop Nine
The Covering Letter
- Structure
- What should be included
Workshop Ten
Mock Interviews
- Role play
- Students are the Employer
- Selection of candidates
Workshop Eleven
Completing the Application Form
- It sounds really easy
- How to create the right impression
- Mistakes to avoid
Workshop Twelve
How to Prepare for the Interview
- Research
- Planning
- Questions
Workshop Thirteen
Preparing for the Second Interview
- Research
- Preparing a presentation
- Making a presentation
- Questions
Workshop Fourteen
Intermediate Labour Market
- The role of agencies
- Developing relationships
Workshop Fifteen
Preparing for Tests
- Why tests are used
- Literacy
- Numeracy
- Psychometric tests
Workshop Sixteen
Exploring Self Employment
- Development of a business idea
- Developing your Unique Selling Point
- Writing your business plan