Certificate of Achievement
has completed the following course:
Career Smart: Take Control of Your Future
University of Reading and Henley Business School
This course explored how students can prepare for the different stages of the UK graduate recruitment cycle. This included how to draw on their existing knowledge, skills and experience to search and identify suitable roles to apply to, as well as creating an action plan to develop these qualities.
4 weeks, 2 hours per week
Anne Delauzun
Director of Careers and Employability
University of Reading
Dr Naeema Pasha
Director of Henley Careers and Professional Development
Henley Business School
Transcript
Learning outcomes
- Explain entry routes, recruitment processes and deadlines for graduate recruitment in the UK
- Explore how to decide what industry, job roles and organisations you are interested in and develop an action plan for applying to them
- Identify your existing skills and experience and learn how to use these to produce essential careers assets such as CVs, cover letters, personal statements and application forms
- Explore the importance of networking and developing professional connections
- Improve your performance at first stage interviews
Syllabus
Part 1
- Where do you see yourself once you graduate?
- Graduate recruitment and the key dates
- Understanding what recruiters are looking for
Part 2
- Understanding your skills and experiences
- Recognising and addressing your skills gaps
- Understanding which sectors are a good fit for you
Part 3
- Getting started with your CV
- Covering letters, application forms and supporting statements
- The different types of interviews
- Assessment centres and online tests
Part 4
- Researching and prioritising your searches
- Creating your action plan
- Final tips from the recruiters
- Overcoming obstacles
Issued on 16th August 2022
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