1. How would you enhance the employability of Plymouth Business School Graduates? Sarah Stevenson Inspiring Futures Project manager Candidate Presentation 20th December 2010
9. Real World Experience Understand what makes a good host organisation Understand that they are making an offer for a placement Need for clear objectives. What do they have to offer and what are they looking to develop.
10. Peer learning and support Action Learning Sets Peer support sessions Cross sector groups Key debates around employability What are the key skills learned Most important points to take away
11. Ask the employers! Survey employers concerning the employability of graduates and particular areas for development
Editor's Notes
Communication skills The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, using a range of verbal and written methods) Team-working and Relationship Building Skills The ability to work in teams and to utilise appropriate interpersonal skills to build relationships with colleagues, team members and external stakeholders Self and Time Management Skills The ability to organise oneself, one’s time and one’s schedule effectively in any given work-related situation. Ability to see the Bigger Picture The ability to see how things are interconnected and to approach work-related issues in a strategic and innovative manner. Influencing and Persuading Abilities The ability to communicate at all levels using influencing techniques and negotiation skills to positively influence others. Problem-Solving Abilities The ability to analyse problems and situations in a critical and logical manner and to apply workable and logical solutions to such problems. Leadership Abilities The ability to lead a team whilst taking responsibility for a task, giving direction, providing structure and assigning responsibility to others. Presentation Skills The ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations to different audiences in a wide-range of circumstances.
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