Free Insight Talks
A programme of talks covering various career options will run over the two days of the fair as follows:
A programme of talks covering various career options will run over the two days of the fair.
We will be releasing details of these talks in the next few weeks
Tuesday
| 11:30 am | Insight into Marketing |
| 12:05 pm | Demystifying the BBC recruitment process |
| 12:40 pm | Management Futures |
| 1:15 pm | The Value of Postgraduate Study and How to Fund It |
| 1:50 pm | An Insight into Working in one of the Sunday Times' Top 100 Companies |
| 2:25 pm | Careers in Accountancy |
| 3:00 pm | Insight into Retail |
| 3:30 pm | How a Professional Qualification can Enhance your Career |
Wednesday
Tuesday 3rd June 2008
Chartered Institute of Marketing 11:30
An Insight into Marketing from The Chartered Institute of Marketing
If you are thinking of entering the marketing industry, no matter your previous experience then this talk is not to be missed. You will gain useful advice to aid your choice, including the skills required and the sectors involved in the industry. In addition, you will gain knowledge of how The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) aids undergraduates and graduates through its FREE Career Partner Scheme, available at www.getin2marketing.com (Opens a new browser window)
BBC 12:05
Demystifying the BBC recruitment process
During this session, recruitment specialists from the BBC will pass on their tips on how to make it in the industry. They will explain how to find out about jobs at the BBC and how you can get work experience. Also, learn how to maximise your applications and interviews.
Chartered Management Institute 12:40
Management Futures
A business-world under cyber attack, the United States withdrawing from the world economy and employee behaviour controlled by implanted micro-chips. These are just some of the possible scenarios facing business in 2018 according to 'Management Futures - The World in 2018', a major new study by the Chartered Management Institute. By analysing current trends, past experience and the views of economists, academics and business leaders, the study aims to help business leaders to understand what needs to be done, today, to prepare for tomorrow.
Roehampton University 13:15
The value of postgraduate study and how to fund it
Embarking on a postgraduate programme requires a large investment, be it financial or personal. Come along to this insight talk by Roehampton University to find out why more and more people are choosing to improve their academic qualifications with a postgraduate degree. The talk will also highlight possible funding sources
Flight Centre 13:50
"An Insight into Working in one of the Sunday Times' Top 100 Companies:
The travel industry is one of the most exciting industries to work in. It is fast moving, interesting and one where you can use your own experience as well as sharing others, in order to become an expert in your field. This presentation will inform you about why Flight Centre has been voted into the Sunday Times' Top 100 Companies to Work for 6 years in a row - the only travel company to have achieved this. We will take you through the various career opportunities available within Flight Centre (our different brands), what we offer graduates and the general benefits of working in one of the UK's Top Companies. Come and find out where in the world your career will take you."
ACCA 14:25
Careers in Accountancy
If you are interested in a successful career in Finance or Accountancy, be sure to attend this session! Dispel the myths about accounting and find out how a professional qualification can fast track your career.
ACCA is the largest and fastest-growing global professional accountancy body. With over 296,000 students and 115,000 members across 170 countries there are opportunities for ACCA qualified accountants globally. To find out more about joining a globally recognised and respected body visit www.accaglobal.com/theview (Opens a new browser window)
Arcadia 15:00
Insight into Retail
Retail has the 5th largest number of Graduate vacancies of any industry, yet many Graduates are still not aware of all the exciting careers available to them.
There are numerous opportunities in Retail for Graduates who have completed degrees in everything from maths to business to science to textiles. Come along to this presentation to find out about roles in one of the most dynamic and expanding industries in the UK today.
7city 15:30
How a professional qualification can enhance your career
Are you looking to get ahead in your industry? Or maybe youre struggling to break into a new industry? Whatever your career aspirations and aims, completing a highly respected, globally recognised professional qualification will give you the support and direction you need to initiate your success. In this talk, by one of 7citys founding partners, Jonathan Shaw discusses how a financial professional qualification can enhance your career prospects and give you greater recognition within your chosen field.