SlideShare a Scribd company logo
Proudly sponsored by
The Centre for Career Development
Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Advancement)
Transition to Graduate Employment.
A conference to assist Business and Law students to successfully make the
transition from education to employment.
Thursday 3 September 2015
Conference
program
2015
2 Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment
Welcome
Dear Student,
On behalf of The Centre for Career Development, Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student
Advancement) we wish you a very warm welcome to our Transition to Graduate Employment
conference for 2015.
Swinburne University of Technology recognises the uniqueness of every student at our
institution and values the contribution you have made to build your capabilities to successfully
transition from education to employment. To help you prepare fully for this transition we have
developed a structured student conference aimed at providing you with a series of opportunities
to listen, learn and action your own professional development by connecting directly with future
employers.
This program provides you with the underpinning knowledge you will need to successfully
navigate the recruitment process. Use your time wisely to make important connections, seek the
answers to questions you have about the world of employment and consider the management
skills you will need to successfully locate and maintain employment in the future.
The Centre for Career Development has selected a range of dynamic and engaging speakers who
will challenge your understanding of the labour market and the part you have to play in creating
your own career.
The aim of the conference is to enhance your ability to transition smoothly into employment. You
will be provided with access to industry representatives from the disciplines within the Faculty
of Business and Law combined with opportunities to enhance your general career management
skills.
We look forward to closing the conference with a networking function. This is your chance to
make new connections that could lead to further career opportunities and enhance your job
prospects. This function is not to be missed given that expanding your networks is such a critical
success factor in gaining new opportunities.
We wish you every success with your future career planning!
Professor Glen Bates
Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Advancement)
Acknowledgments
The Centre for Career Development proudly acknowledges the support of its partners in the
design and development of this event. We also acknowledge our sponsors and industry partners
who have supported the concept of student conferences and employability development.
We respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri people and their elders past and present, who are
the traditional custodians of the land on which Swinburne’s Australian campuses are located in
Melbourne’s east and outer east.
.
SwinEMPLOy.
SwinEmploy is a valuable
resource for you to use as you
approach graduation.
Book appointments with our career consultants
Access and search job resources
Research employers in your industry
Access job listings
Find out about events
Improve your employability
Ask questions online
swin.careerhub.com.au
The Centre for Career Development
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
4 Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment
Transition to Graduate Employment Program 2015
12.00-12.45pm	 Networking, Lunch & Registration
Official Opening Ceremony								Chandelier Room
Acknowledgement of Country
Professor Michael Gilding
Executive Dean, Faculty of Business and Law
1.05-1.45pm		 “Are You Career Ready?”
Speakers
Keynote Address 										Chandelier Room
Anthony Matis FCPA
General Manager For Business Development,
Education (International), CPA Australia
Professor Glen Bates
Pro Vice-Chancellor, Student Advancement
Discussion Panel	 									Chandelier Room
A panel of industry experts in a question and answer forum
Mary Appleby 					
Associate Director, Student Professional Development
Panel Chair
Madeline Roulston				
Campus Recruitment Consultant | Talent, Ernst & Young
Sreetama Bhattacharya, Accenture
Business And System Integration Consultant, Accenture
Rowan Kimber					
Operations Manager/Lawyer, Parke Lawyers
Gillian Skwarek
Graduate Recruitment Specialist, Dixon Appointments
1.45-2.25pm	 “In a tight job market for graduate opportunities candidates need to 		
			 make themselves stand out. What are the key skills you are looking for
			In graduates?”
12.45-1.05pm	 Professional Branding and Business Communication
Speaker
Panellists
Hawthorn Arts Centre – 360 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn
Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment 5
Discipline Specific Concurrent Sessions
2.35-2.50pm	 Get to know your industry associations
Attend the sessions most relevant to your discipline and career development.
Australia Human Resources Institute (AHRI) 					Chandelier Room
Sarah Hemingway
Membership Manager
The Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) is the national association representing human resources and people
management professionals. We have around 20,000 members from Australia and across the globe.
Australian Marketing Institute (AMI) 						 Mayor’s Room, L1
Alex Makin
State President
As the leading professional marketing association in Australia, the Australian Marketing Institute offers a platform to
advance your thinking, develop your skills, fuel your development and fulfil your potential, so that you are equipped to
take on the challenges of a changing marketplace.
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand				 Zelman Room, L1
Adhira Razdan
Senior Accountant - Business Recovery and Insolvency
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand is a professional membership association comprised of over
100,000 diverse, talented, and financially astute professionals who are leaders and influencers in every sector of global
business.
Finsia - Financial Services Institute of Australasia 			 Edward C. Rigby Room, L1
Randolph Morrison
Executive Manager
Finsia is Australasia’s premier membership organisation for the financial services industry. Finsia advances our
members’ careers by building their capability and professional standing and by connecting them to leading content,
insights and influential networks.
Law Institute of Victoria									 The Chamber, L1
Elizabeth Maginn
Young Lawyers Section Assistant Manager
The LIV represents more than 19,000 lawyers and people working in the law in Victoria, interstate and overseas. Our
members offer their commitment, diversity and expertise to help shape the laws of Victoria and to ensure a strong
legal profession for the future.
Gold Sponsor									 Edward C Rigby Room, L1
2.55-3.50pm 	 CPA Australia Meet and Greet
CPA Australia is one of the world’s largest accounting bodies with
a membership of more than 150,000 finance, accounting and
business professionals in 121 countries across the globe. We
have an exclusive room available for you to meet and chat with
CPA Australia about how they can help you with your future and
career in accounting and finance.
6 Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment
Maddocks 											 The Chamber, L1
Stephanie Cheligoy
Associate
Maddocks provides premium legal services to corporations, businesses and governments throughout Australia and
internationally. We advise national clients across education, government, infrastructure, healthcare, professional
services and technology, from our Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney offices.
2.55-3.20pm	 Transitioning to employment – are you job ready?
Accenture 											 Chandelier Room
Sreetama Bhattacharya				Moumita Ghosh
Business and System Integration Consultant	 Digital Marketing Consultant
Accenture is a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company, with more than 336,000
people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Accenture collaborates with clients to help them become high-
performance businesses and governments.
Zomato 											 Zelman Room, L1
Mischel Luong
Client Success Associate
Zomato has grown into a global restaurant search and discovery website and app, providing in-depth information for
over 1.4 million restaurants across 22 countries.
Levant Consulting									 Mayor’s Room, L1
William Meeve
Senior Associate
Levant Consulting provides people and organisational performance solutions. With a highly collaborative, engaging
work style, we work with you and your senior team on designing, implementing and accelerating your strategic change
agenda.
Allied Group										The Chamber, L1
Seton Walsh-Rose
GM Talent & Business Services
The Allied Personnel Group is a specialist HR and Recruitment company that works with small, medium and large legal
and accounting firms throughout Victoria and Australia.
3.25-3.50pm	 The future of work, where is it going?
Charter Mason 										 Chandelier Room
Nick Polce
Partner
Charter Mason offers experience to organisations that are taking on unfamiliar work. If there is something an
organisation has not done before, but we have, then we can help.
Lightsapp			 								Zelman Room, L1
Jacqueline Custodio
CEO & Co-Founder
Lightsapp is a contingent workforce platform enabling on site professional contractors and companies predictability of
Talent Pools available to deliver projects anywhere and at any-one-time with transparency of cost.
Villa Maria Catholic Homes								 Mayor’s Room, L1
Charisse Ede
Marketing Manager
Villa Maria Catholic Homes is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing quality holistic services and life enhancing
opportunities for older people, children and adults with a disability, their families and carers.
Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment 7
Learn to network and make a great impression with employers and recruiters. You never know
what these discussions can lead to, or who you will make a connection with.
Light refreshments – includes drinks and finger food. Prize draw.
Closing Panel										Chandelier Room
Transition to Graduate Employment with Swinburne Services
3.55-4.15pm	
Mary Appleby 					
Associate Director, Student Professional Development
Panel Chair
Liam Clarke
Swinburne Student Business Society
Xenia Haysom					
Acting Director, Professional Placements
Diana González
Global Mobility Coordinator, International & Students
Rod Thomson 					
Director, Swinburne Student Amenities Association
Panellists
Warren Frehse
Career Development Adviser ,Centre for Career Development
4.15-5.30pm 	 Networking Function
Get connected									 Reception Area, L1
Gold Sponsor
Turning knowing into know-how. Knowledge on how you can use your 	
industry study tours, professional placements, internships and 	
volunteering to launch your career, empowering students to be critical
thinkers, reflective and life-long learners.
Mary has a comprehensive background in human resource management, in particular,
organisational learning and development. Her roles in senior management have focussed
on developing programs, advice and initiatives in work integrated learning, human resource
management and career development. Currently, Mary leads and manages the formulation of
professional development programs to improve graduate outcomes and to develop engaged
self-directed and globally aware learners in the Centre for Career Development at Swinburne
University of Technology.
Mary is the National Professional Development Coordinator of the National Association of
Graduate Careers Advisory Services and sits on the Management Committee. She is a committee
member of the State Chapter of the Australian Collaborative Education Network. Mary is also
Vice President of the Committee of Management for Melbourne East Disability Advocacy, a not
for profit organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights and interests of people
with intellectual disabilities.
Mary Appleby
Associate Director, Student Professional Development, Swinburne University of Technology
Speakers, Presenters and Biographies
Professor Glen Bates
Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Advancement), Swinburne University of Technology
Professor Bates leads the unit responsible for developing existing programs and new initiatives
that contribute to supporting, developing and enhancing the academic life and success of
our students. The Student Advancement unit aims to achieve this by improving access to
University wide and faculty based academic support programs and promoting development and
enhancement opportunities for students.
Professor Bates has been with Swinburne since 1989 and has held a number of leadership
positions. He was previously Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Life and Social Sciences. Prior to
that he was head of Psychological Sciences and Statistics. He has chaired several university
committees and has been actively involved in international programs in psychology.
Sreetama Bhattacharya
Business and System Integration Consultant, Accenture
Sreetama has more than 9 years of experience in Technology (SAP) and business consulting with
exposure to multiple Industries. She has managed multiple teams and worked as an SME and
has been a consistent top performer at Accenture and previous employers. She has international
work experience in US, Singapore, Denmark and India.
She has a Bachelors in Engineering and a MBA in Strategy and Marketing. She is a national (India)
scholarship holder in year 10 and 12 and was ranked 37th amongst 0.3 million candidates in
10th. She is very strong in Co-curricular activities, got All-rounder award at school, is the Cultural
Secretary of BAV and have volunteered for multiple organisations such as Dress for Success,
FareShare Kitchen and FYA. Sreetama loves to read, watch movies, travel and is an active blogger.
Liam Clark
Swinburne Student Business Society, Swinburne University of Technology
Liam Clarke is on the precipice of a successful career in financial services. He has demonstrated
fierce passion for the industry, implementing various trading strategies in his own time and is
well on the way to achieving academic excellence studying Aviation Management & Commerce at
Swinburne.
While working at Uber, Liam has proven his ability to adapt to the frequent changes of an
expanding start-up company. Passionate about aiding and encouraging others, Liam is the
President and founder of the Swinburne Student Business Society and previously held the
position of Chief Financial Officer on Swinburne’s Business without Borders management team.
Liam enjoys flying and as a private pilot, prides himself on his ability to understand the details
and numbers while keeping the big picture in sight.
8 Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment
Jacqueline Custodio is CEO & Co-Founder of Lightsapp, a new recruitment platform that is
revolutionising the way freelance contractors and employers engage.
Jacqueline spent 20 years working in the IT sector before switching to the recruitment field. She
experienced first-hand the often expensive, unproductive and unpredictable recruitment path for
employers and contractors alike. Jacqui responded to this recruitment challenge with the launch
of Lightsapp in 2014 and the new open market approach is proving to be a win-win solution for
employers and contractors.
When she is not wearing her entrepreneurial business hat, Jacqueline loves spending time with
her two young boys or going for a run. It’s Clean Up Australia Day every day for Jacqui and she
can regularly be seen picking up rubbish during her seaside runs, revealing her love of nature
and commitment to ‘doing her bit’ to help the environment.
Jacqueline Custodio
CEO & Co-Founder of Lightsapp
Warren Frehse
Career Development Adviser, Centre for Career Development, Swinburne University of Technology
Warren Frehse is a career development adviser at the Centre for Career Development at
Swinburne University of Technology, and provides careers support to the Faculty of Business &
Law.
He holds an honours degree in behavioural sciences, and has held HR development roles in
finance, transport, media, and has provided career transition and change consulting to leading
ASX and multinational companies.
He is the author of “Manage Your Own Career: Reinvent Your Job; Reinvent Yourself”’ and is a
registered professional practitioner with the Career Industry Council of Australia.
Charisse Ede
Marketing Manager, Villa Maria Catholic Homes
Charisse Ede is a communications and marketing specialist with more than 20 years’ experience
as a journalist, communications adviser and marketing manager.
From her early years as a cadet, to chasing world news in England, on air reports for ABC Radio
and breaking stories for Australia’s national news wire, she has gathered a broad range of
experience across a number of mediums.
Charisse now applies her media and management skills to assist the development and
promotion of organisations through strategic marketing and communications strategies,
including aged care and disability service provider Villa Maria Catholic Homes, where she is
Marketing Manager.
Moumita Ghosh is a digital marketing consultant with Accenture. She studied and worked in India
prior to moving to Australia last year. She is passionate about working with clients to understand
what their customers want and how to engage with them through meaningful dialogue.
When she is not working, she spends her time exploring Melbourne, learning to cook different
cuisines, and catching up with friends.
Moumita Ghosh
Digital Marketing Consultant, Accenture
Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment 9
Xenia Haysom
Acting Director, Professional Placements, Swinburne University of Technology
Xenia Haysom heads up the Professional Placements team at Swinburne University of
Technology and oversees the delivery of professional placement programs for students, namely
Swinburne’s Industry-Based Learning program and internship programs. She has over 10
years experience working in the higher education sector in student recruitment, international
education, collaboration and partnerships and work integrated learning.
She is a strong advocate for students making the most of the opportunities available to them at
Swinburne, having studied abroad twice and undertaken a work placement as part of her studies
at university.
Sarah Hemingway
Membership Manager, Australian Human Resources Institute
The Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) is the national association representing
human resource and people management professionals. We have around 20,000 members from
Australia and across the globe.
Whether you want to develop your career, get HR support, stay in touch with the latest industry
developments, or help to grow the HR and management skills of your team, AHRI membership is
for you.
AHRI provides education and training services in HR, people management and business skills;
produces world-class conferences; and holds seminars and networking opportunities all over
Australia – including our biggest annual event – the AHRI National Convention.
AHRI also sets standards through accreditation of HR qualifications at universities across
Australia, conducts research into people management practices, and assists governments in the
development of policy and legislation that affects people at work.
Diana González
Global Mobility Coordinator, International & Students, Swinburne University of Technology
Diana is the Global Mobility Coordinator at the Swinburne Abroad Office. Her work involves
helping send Swinburne students out on exchange and short term programs overseas.
Prior to this she worked in international recruitment for Swinburne International, helping
students from the Americas and Europe to come to study at Swinburne.
Diana studied a Bachelor of International Affairs in Caracas, Venezuela (where she is originally
from) and then went on to complete a Graduate Diploma of International Business at Swinburne.
Whilst studying Diana undertook various international opportunities overseas both as a part
of her studies and for work experience. These have been driving forces in her life and have
benefited her greatly her career today in International Education.
Professor Michael Gilding
Executive Dean, Faculty of Business and Law, Swinburne University of Technology
Professor Michael Gilding is the Executive Dean of the Faculty of Business and Law at Swinburne
University of Technology. He is an economic sociologist who specialises in innovation, networks
and clusters, family business, inheritance, and the social dimensions of economic behaviour.
He is the author of three books and more than 30 journal articles, and has been a Chief
Investigator on 7 ARC Discovery and Linkage projects, including partnerships with AusBiotech,
Pitcher Partners and Vic Police. Michael was the President of The Australian Sociological
Association 2007-2010.
10 Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment
Rowan Kimber
Lawyer / Operations Manager, Parke Lawyers
Rowan Kimber is the Operations Manager at Parke Lawyers; in addition to his management role
he is one of the firm’s lawyers practicing in the business law team. Prior to being called to the law
Rowan spent over a decade in the aviation industry holding various flight crew and management
positions, including five years as chief pilot and general manager for Bluewater Aviation, a large
general aviation charter and aerial work company in North Queensland. Rowan holds a Bachelor
of Laws with Honours and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice with Merit.
Alex Makin AFAMI CPM
Managing Director, Syneka Marketing, Victorian Advisory Committee Chair, Australian Marketing Institute
Alex is the Principal Founder and Managing Director of Syneka Marketing. Alex has worked in
senior marketing roles for over fifteen years. During this time Alex has transformed, grown and
reinvigorated many businesses and not-for-profit organisations, by developing marketing plans
and strategies that deliver tangible marketing outcomes. Alex founded Syneka marketing in 2009,
while serving as an elected Councillor, and Mayor at Maroondah City Council. Syneka Marketing
has created award winning marketing plans and strategies, receiving recognition in the 2013 and
2014 Awards for Marketing Excellence.
Alex is the current Chair of the Australian Marketing Institute’s Victorian Advisory Committee, as
well as a Certified Practising Marketer and Associate Fellow.
Anthony Matis FCPA
General Manager for Business Development, Education (International), CPA Australia
Anthony holds a Bachelor of Business in Accounting and is also a member of CPA Australia.
Anthony’s experience is diverse having commenced his career in Corporate Services and
Audit before transitioning into commerce in various senior finance roles in industries such as
fashion, health, public relations and advertising to name a few. Anthony was CEO of Macquarie
University’s member based student services for a period of three years. He then spent the next
twelve months contracting to large business around change management initiatives before
being appointed as the CEO of the Australian Newsagents’ Federation. This role saw Anthony
extensively involved with Publisher Contracts, the sale of NSW State Lotteries as well as heading
up an initiative that gave rise to an ACCC outcome which was an Australian retail first.
Mischel Luong
Client Success Associate, Zomato
Mischel graduated from the University of Melbourne with an honours degree in Psychology.
She has since gained employment as a research assistant at Melbourne Uni and worked as an
associate at various social market research agencies.
Parallel to her academic endeavours, Mischel has worked in hospitality for almost a decade
from fast food chains to finer dining establishments. As a result, she has always held a strong
academic interest in group dynamics and human behaviour and passion for hospitality.
It was at the big meet that she was approached by a “Zoman.” After a gruelling interview process,
Mischel joined Zomato has a Business Development Associate. Since, she has been able to apply
her education and skills set to this very challenging role while also acquiring hands on business
experience. Within her first few months she was promoted to a Client Success Team Member and
now manages over 40 accounts.
Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment 11
Adhira Razdan
Senior Accountant, Business Recovery and Insolvency, BDO
Adhira started her career at BDO in 2010 as a cadet after finishing high school.
She simultaneously worked at BDO and studied during her degree and finished in March this
year.
She is now a Senior Accountant in the Business Recovery and Insolvency area at BDO and
commenced her CA studies in June 2015.
Randolph Morrison F Fin
Executive Manager, Member Engagement, FINSIA - Financial Services Institute of Australasia
An accomplished Executive with experience in all aspects of Financial Markets, Sales & Rates
Advisory covering Corporate, SME and Institutional clients including Central Banks and Sovereign
Wealth Funds. Experience includes; Group Treasury, Senior stakeholder management, Strategic
account management, Strategic business development, Senior relationship management,
marketing, team leadership, acquisition and retention campaign management staff training &
coaching.
Member of Advisory Board for the Department of Finance, Deakin University.
Academic qualifications include; an MBA, a Bachelor of Business Degree (Accounting), Diploma
of Financial Services (Financial Markets) FNS51004 – AFMA RG146 Accreditation and Level I
Organisational Coaching & Leadership (IECL).
Nick Polce
Partner, Charter Mason
Nick draws upon a decade of international professional services experience across a range of
industries, with particular strengths in the financial services sector. His strong technical abilities
allow him to define the needs of the client and ensure these are closely linked to their strategic
vision; all the while considering and understanding the economic environment that they operate
in.
His capabilities include strategy development and execution, process improvement, change
management, project accounting, financial modelling and finance/business analysis.
William Meeve
Senior Associate, Levant Consulting
William is an Management Consultant and co-owner of Levant Consulting. His focus is on helping
organisations enhance their performance, effectiveness and profitability through the integration
of human capital issues with business strategy. His experience ranges across engagements from
large-scale complex business transformations to short term strategic projects delivered across a
range of industry sectors.
Prior to joining Levant, William worked in the Deloitte Consulting practice; complementing his
professional experience William holds a bachelor of Psychology and a Masters of Business (HRM).
His current obsessions are understanding how technology is rapidly changing the working
environment, watching Rick & Morty and playing analogue synthesizers!
Elizabeth Maginn
Young Lawyers Section (YLS) Assistant Manager, Law Institute of Victoria
Elizabeth Maginn is the Young Lawyers Section (YLS) Assistant Manager at the Law Institute of
Victoria. Her role in the YLS allows her to provide support to law students and young lawyers alike
as they commence their legal careers.
12 Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment
Gillian Skwarek
Recruitment Consultant, Dixon Appointments
Gillian’s background includes large scale graduate recruitment campaigns for some of Victoria’s
largest organisations. She has developed graduate employment training and has facilitated
workshops and assessment centres to assist graduates launch their careers. Gillian possesses a
unique understanding of the Melbourne employment market with her current role where she is
responsible for placing hundreds of candidates into professional roles each year.
Madeline Roulston
Campus Recruitment Consultant | Talent , Ernst & Young
I am a Campus Recruitment Consultant at EY recruiting specifically for the Audit, Fraud
Investigation and Dispute Services, and Climate Change and Sustainability Services practices
of the Assurance Division. I have been with EY for over 2 and half years in the HR team having
experience in both employee advice and administration as well as campus recruitment.
My role in the Campus Recruitment team sees me coordinate and manage recruitment for
the aforementioned areas, facilitate information sessions and workshops and manage and
coordinate student programs.
Rod Thomson
Director, Swinburne Student Amenities Association (SSAA)
Rod is a Fellow of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (FCA) and a graduate of
Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD). He has extensive business experience working
in commercial and not for profit organisations across a range of industries and sectors.
Seton Walsh-Rose LLB, B.com
GM Talent & Business Services, The Allied Group
Seton has completed both a Law and Commerce degree and is also undertaking a Masters in
Human Resource Management. She has what some might call a very unique perspective on the
employment and labour market, having worked across various industries and sectors including
corporate services, government, education, health and not-for-profit. After tenures in accounting,
business management and HR related roles, Seton joined the Allied Group, driven by her passion
for helping people. Having been both a Commerce and a Law graduate, and working with a range
of employers in the Legal and Accounting industries, she sees firsthand the importance of proper
career management and the changing effect in the workforce market.
Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment 13
Stephanie Cheligoy
Associate, Maddocks
Stephanie Cheligoy is an Associate in the Employment, Safety and People team at Maddocks. She
works with her public and private sector clients to help them resolve their employment, safety
and industrial relations issues to achieve the best possible outcomes for their organisation.
swinburne.edu.au/emerging-leader
The Centre for Career Development
Be recognised and receive awards for activities
you undertake alongside your studies.
Apply now for The Swinburne Emerging Leader Program
Leader.
BECOMEA
SWINBuRNE
emerging
ALEX MALLEY
CHIEF EXECUTIVE
THE
NAKED
CEOINVITES YOU TO
JOIN HIS NETWORK
Join CPA Australia’s exciting network and
get instant access to the career edge you
need including:
THE NAKED CEO
Online mentoring and advice from
Alex Malley, Chief Executive of CPA Australia.
CAREER EXPO
Meet and chat with leading employers.
EMPLOYER PARTNERS
Be first to hear about internship and
graduate employment opportunities.
Plus event invitations, webinars,
discounts and more!
Subscribe to our network at
cpaaustralia.com.au/network
CHIEF EXECUTIVE
Additional tailored careers services and resources are available through The Centre for Career
Development, located on the 2nd Floor of the George Swinburne (GS) building. Our services assist
you to both plan your career and also build a body of experience and skills outside the classroom
which give you an advantage in the job application process.
Our qualified career advisers offer individual career consultation, workshops, ideas about how
to enhance your employability, job search support, resume advice and assistance with interview
preparation. In addition, they can also help you establish career goals and develop employability
skills for graduate employment.
Find out more at swinburne.edu.au/careers
Or in Person 	Monday - Friday
		 8:30am – 5:00pm
Hawthorn
Level 2, George Building
34 Wakefield Street
Hawthorn VIC 3122
Wantirna
Room WD258-9
369 Stud Road
Wantirna VIC 3152
Croydon
Room CF112B
12-50 Norton Road
Croydon VIC 3136
Published by the Centre for Career Development, Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Advancement)
© Swinburne University of Technology 2015. CRICOS Provider 00111D
Get connected with LinkedIn by setting up your professional LinkedIn profile and
start to build your professional networks.
Follow organisations of interest in your chosen industry and join the Swinburne
Careers Employment LinkedIn group to keep up to date with careers related news,
events, resources and employment opportunities.
linkedin.com/groups/SwinburneCentreCareerDevelopment-4524130
This is where you can book an appointment with our career advisers. SwinEmploy
has listings of casual, part-time and full-time job vacancies, as well as listing of all
upcoming events, workshops and seminars for Swinburne students.
Find out more at swin.careerhub.com.au	
Did you know The Centre for Career Development is on Facebook? ‘Like’ our
Facebook page to be the first to know about Careers and Employment news,
events and activities.
facebook.com/SwinburneCareers
Follow us on Twitter, engage in conversations during the conference.
@swincareers
Alumni and Development
Swinburne University of Technology
PO Box 218 			 alumni@swinburne.edu.au
Hawthorn, VIC 3122		 Tel +61 3 9214 8705
Australia			 Fax +61 3 9214 8990
SwinEmploy.

More Related Content

What's hot

MarkStri Portfolio ed8
MarkStri Portfolio ed8MarkStri Portfolio ed8
MarkStri Portfolio ed8
MarkStri Outsourcing
 
Winter News - Pathway Group
Winter News - Pathway GroupWinter News - Pathway Group
Winter News - Pathway Group
The Pathway Group
 
CAPITOL TALENT
CAPITOL TALENTCAPITOL TALENT
CAPITOL TALENT
Sofia Simon
 
CPP PROFILE
CPP PROFILECPP PROFILE
CPP PROFILE
Hector Dambuza
 
HR-World Company Profile (Full Copy)
HR-World Company Profile (Full Copy)HR-World Company Profile (Full Copy)
HR-World Company Profile (Full Copy)
Frank Orinda
 
Pathway2work - Work Programme in Birmingham and Walsall
Pathway2work - Work Programme in Birmingham and Walsall Pathway2work - Work Programme in Birmingham and Walsall
Pathway2work - Work Programme in Birmingham and Walsall
The Pathway Group
 
Sarasnh Group Profile
Sarasnh Group ProfileSarasnh Group Profile
Sarasnh Group Profile
Saransh-Group
 
Saransh Group Profile
Saransh Group ProfileSaransh Group Profile
Saransh Group Profile
Sanjeev Mishra
 
Ame profile-book-new (1)
Ame profile-book-new (1)Ame profile-book-new (1)
Ame profile-book-new (1)
Imran Raja
 
Aviyana ventures profile
Aviyana ventures profileAviyana ventures profile
Aviyana ventures profile
Dr. Ravindra Pratap Gupta
 
Talent RISE - Public_2015
Talent RISE - Public_2015Talent RISE - Public_2015
Talent RISE - Public_2015
Anna Ashenden
 
Ij lin cv &personal profile ch
Ij lin  cv &personal profile  chIj lin  cv &personal profile  ch
Ij lin cv &personal profile ch
IJ Lin
 
Hays / APA PA Roadshow autumn 2010 (1)
Hays / APA PA Roadshow autumn 2010 (1)Hays / APA PA Roadshow autumn 2010 (1)
Hays / APA PA Roadshow autumn 2010 (1)
paprofessional
 
ALABBASI ENTERPRISES, PAKISTAN OVERSEAS MANPOWER PROMOTERS 0664/RWP
ALABBASI ENTERPRISES, PAKISTAN OVERSEAS MANPOWER PROMOTERS 0664/RWPALABBASI ENTERPRISES, PAKISTAN OVERSEAS MANPOWER PROMOTERS 0664/RWP
ALABBASI ENTERPRISES, PAKISTAN OVERSEAS MANPOWER PROMOTERS 0664/RWP
Sajid Mahmood (Join me jobsshare@twitter.com)
 
Hiring People with Disabilities: A How To Guide
Hiring People with Disabilities: A How To GuideHiring People with Disabilities: A How To Guide
Hiring People with Disabilities: A How To Guide
Don Stewart
 
Employing people with disabilities
Employing people with disabilitiesEmploying people with disabilities
Employing people with disabilities
Pinkoane Mojabeng
 
Tarfeeya facility management & consultant (private) limited
Tarfeeya facility management & consultant (private) limitedTarfeeya facility management & consultant (private) limited
Tarfeeya facility management & consultant (private) limited
Engsyedhassanshah
 

What's hot (17)

MarkStri Portfolio ed8
MarkStri Portfolio ed8MarkStri Portfolio ed8
MarkStri Portfolio ed8
 
Winter News - Pathway Group
Winter News - Pathway GroupWinter News - Pathway Group
Winter News - Pathway Group
 
CAPITOL TALENT
CAPITOL TALENTCAPITOL TALENT
CAPITOL TALENT
 
CPP PROFILE
CPP PROFILECPP PROFILE
CPP PROFILE
 
HR-World Company Profile (Full Copy)
HR-World Company Profile (Full Copy)HR-World Company Profile (Full Copy)
HR-World Company Profile (Full Copy)
 
Pathway2work - Work Programme in Birmingham and Walsall
Pathway2work - Work Programme in Birmingham and Walsall Pathway2work - Work Programme in Birmingham and Walsall
Pathway2work - Work Programme in Birmingham and Walsall
 
Sarasnh Group Profile
Sarasnh Group ProfileSarasnh Group Profile
Sarasnh Group Profile
 
Saransh Group Profile
Saransh Group ProfileSaransh Group Profile
Saransh Group Profile
 
Ame profile-book-new (1)
Ame profile-book-new (1)Ame profile-book-new (1)
Ame profile-book-new (1)
 
Aviyana ventures profile
Aviyana ventures profileAviyana ventures profile
Aviyana ventures profile
 
Talent RISE - Public_2015
Talent RISE - Public_2015Talent RISE - Public_2015
Talent RISE - Public_2015
 
Ij lin cv &personal profile ch
Ij lin  cv &personal profile  chIj lin  cv &personal profile  ch
Ij lin cv &personal profile ch
 
Hays / APA PA Roadshow autumn 2010 (1)
Hays / APA PA Roadshow autumn 2010 (1)Hays / APA PA Roadshow autumn 2010 (1)
Hays / APA PA Roadshow autumn 2010 (1)
 
ALABBASI ENTERPRISES, PAKISTAN OVERSEAS MANPOWER PROMOTERS 0664/RWP
ALABBASI ENTERPRISES, PAKISTAN OVERSEAS MANPOWER PROMOTERS 0664/RWPALABBASI ENTERPRISES, PAKISTAN OVERSEAS MANPOWER PROMOTERS 0664/RWP
ALABBASI ENTERPRISES, PAKISTAN OVERSEAS MANPOWER PROMOTERS 0664/RWP
 
Hiring People with Disabilities: A How To Guide
Hiring People with Disabilities: A How To GuideHiring People with Disabilities: A How To Guide
Hiring People with Disabilities: A How To Guide
 
Employing people with disabilities
Employing people with disabilitiesEmploying people with disabilities
Employing people with disabilities
 
Tarfeeya facility management & consultant (private) limited
Tarfeeya facility management & consultant (private) limitedTarfeeya facility management & consultant (private) limited
Tarfeeya facility management & consultant (private) limited
 

Similar to Transition to Graduate Employment - Swinburne University of Technology - Warren Frehse

SS&L Employer guide 2014
SS&L Employer guide 2014SS&L Employer guide 2014
SS&L Employer guide 2014
Somerset Skills & Learning
 
TWPC Profile
TWPC ProfileTWPC Profile
TWPC Profile
TWPC
 
Lim-Loges & Masters Brochure
Lim-Loges & Masters BrochureLim-Loges & Masters Brochure
Lim-Loges & Masters Brochure
Lim-Loges & Masters
 
IED
IEDIED
Careers at EisnerAmper
Careers at EisnerAmperCareers at EisnerAmper
Careers at EisnerAmper
sarahburke
 
BAME APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS 2021
BAME APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS 2021BAME APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS 2021
BAME APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS 2021
The Pathway Group
 
Industry Development brochure
Industry Development brochureIndustry Development brochure
Industry Development brochure
CareersAus
 
April Newsletter, Pathway Group
April Newsletter, Pathway GroupApril Newsletter, Pathway Group
April Newsletter, Pathway Group
The Pathway Group
 
DAG December 2010 Newsletter V2
DAG December 2010 Newsletter V2DAG December 2010 Newsletter V2
DAG December 2010 Newsletter V2
patlipovski
 
Events wc 30 march 2015
Events wc 30 march 2015Events wc 30 march 2015
Events wc 1 June 2015
Events wc 1 June 2015Events wc 1 June 2015
Growing Your Small Business 2015 Report
Growing Your Small Business 2015 ReportGrowing Your Small Business 2015 Report
Growing Your Small Business 2015 Report
Chartered Management Institute
 
SLCWORKS: A Summary of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at St. Lawrence College
SLCWORKS: A Summary of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at St. Lawrence CollegeSLCWORKS: A Summary of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at St. Lawrence College
SLCWORKS: A Summary of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at St. Lawrence College
Smith School of Business, Queen's University
 
Grow Cornwall Partner Launch Presentation
Grow Cornwall Partner Launch PresentationGrow Cornwall Partner Launch Presentation
Grow Cornwall Partner Launch Presentation
Grow Cornwall
 
Level 7 Diploma in Public Administration - Delivered Online by LSBR,UK
Level 7 Diploma in Public Administration - Delivered Online by LSBR,UKLevel 7 Diploma in Public Administration - Delivered Online by LSBR,UK
Level 7 Diploma in Public Administration - Delivered Online by LSBR,UK
London School of Business and Research, UK
 
TAFE Delivering and Thinking Differently - Duncan Ellis,TAFE NSW Western Sydn...
TAFE Delivering and Thinking Differently - Duncan Ellis,TAFE NSW Western Sydn...TAFE Delivering and Thinking Differently - Duncan Ellis,TAFE NSW Western Sydn...
TAFE Delivering and Thinking Differently - Duncan Ellis,TAFE NSW Western Sydn...
HR Network marcus evans
 
Cleared Job Fair Job Seeker Handbook October 3, 2019, Tysons Corner
Cleared Job Fair Job Seeker Handbook October 3, 2019, Tysons CornerCleared Job Fair Job Seeker Handbook October 3, 2019, Tysons Corner
Cleared Job Fair Job Seeker Handbook October 3, 2019, Tysons Corner
ClearedJobs.Net
 
OutResouce - Offshore Staffing Services
OutResouce - Offshore Staffing ServicesOutResouce - Offshore Staffing Services
OutResouce - Offshore Staffing Services
Allen Johnstone
 
Top10-Brochure
Top10-BrochureTop10-Brochure
Top10-Brochure
Natalie Baker
 
Corporate Brochure (1)
Corporate Brochure (1)Corporate Brochure (1)
Corporate Brochure (1)
Kristina Magathova
 

Similar to Transition to Graduate Employment - Swinburne University of Technology - Warren Frehse (20)

SS&L Employer guide 2014
SS&L Employer guide 2014SS&L Employer guide 2014
SS&L Employer guide 2014
 
TWPC Profile
TWPC ProfileTWPC Profile
TWPC Profile
 
Lim-Loges & Masters Brochure
Lim-Loges & Masters BrochureLim-Loges & Masters Brochure
Lim-Loges & Masters Brochure
 
IED
IEDIED
IED
 
Careers at EisnerAmper
Careers at EisnerAmperCareers at EisnerAmper
Careers at EisnerAmper
 
BAME APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS 2021
BAME APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS 2021BAME APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS 2021
BAME APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS 2021
 
Industry Development brochure
Industry Development brochureIndustry Development brochure
Industry Development brochure
 
April Newsletter, Pathway Group
April Newsletter, Pathway GroupApril Newsletter, Pathway Group
April Newsletter, Pathway Group
 
DAG December 2010 Newsletter V2
DAG December 2010 Newsletter V2DAG December 2010 Newsletter V2
DAG December 2010 Newsletter V2
 
Events wc 30 march 2015
Events wc 30 march 2015Events wc 30 march 2015
Events wc 30 march 2015
 
Events wc 1 June 2015
Events wc 1 June 2015Events wc 1 June 2015
Events wc 1 June 2015
 
Growing Your Small Business 2015 Report
Growing Your Small Business 2015 ReportGrowing Your Small Business 2015 Report
Growing Your Small Business 2015 Report
 
SLCWORKS: A Summary of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at St. Lawrence College
SLCWORKS: A Summary of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at St. Lawrence CollegeSLCWORKS: A Summary of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at St. Lawrence College
SLCWORKS: A Summary of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at St. Lawrence College
 
Grow Cornwall Partner Launch Presentation
Grow Cornwall Partner Launch PresentationGrow Cornwall Partner Launch Presentation
Grow Cornwall Partner Launch Presentation
 
Level 7 Diploma in Public Administration - Delivered Online by LSBR,UK
Level 7 Diploma in Public Administration - Delivered Online by LSBR,UKLevel 7 Diploma in Public Administration - Delivered Online by LSBR,UK
Level 7 Diploma in Public Administration - Delivered Online by LSBR,UK
 
TAFE Delivering and Thinking Differently - Duncan Ellis,TAFE NSW Western Sydn...
TAFE Delivering and Thinking Differently - Duncan Ellis,TAFE NSW Western Sydn...TAFE Delivering and Thinking Differently - Duncan Ellis,TAFE NSW Western Sydn...
TAFE Delivering and Thinking Differently - Duncan Ellis,TAFE NSW Western Sydn...
 
Cleared Job Fair Job Seeker Handbook October 3, 2019, Tysons Corner
Cleared Job Fair Job Seeker Handbook October 3, 2019, Tysons CornerCleared Job Fair Job Seeker Handbook October 3, 2019, Tysons Corner
Cleared Job Fair Job Seeker Handbook October 3, 2019, Tysons Corner
 
OutResouce - Offshore Staffing Services
OutResouce - Offshore Staffing ServicesOutResouce - Offshore Staffing Services
OutResouce - Offshore Staffing Services
 
Top10-Brochure
Top10-BrochureTop10-Brochure
Top10-Brochure
 
Corporate Brochure (1)
Corporate Brochure (1)Corporate Brochure (1)
Corporate Brochure (1)
 

Transition to Graduate Employment - Swinburne University of Technology - Warren Frehse

  • 1. Proudly sponsored by The Centre for Career Development Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Advancement) Transition to Graduate Employment. A conference to assist Business and Law students to successfully make the transition from education to employment. Thursday 3 September 2015 Conference program 2015
  • 2. 2 Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment Welcome Dear Student, On behalf of The Centre for Career Development, Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Advancement) we wish you a very warm welcome to our Transition to Graduate Employment conference for 2015. Swinburne University of Technology recognises the uniqueness of every student at our institution and values the contribution you have made to build your capabilities to successfully transition from education to employment. To help you prepare fully for this transition we have developed a structured student conference aimed at providing you with a series of opportunities to listen, learn and action your own professional development by connecting directly with future employers. This program provides you with the underpinning knowledge you will need to successfully navigate the recruitment process. Use your time wisely to make important connections, seek the answers to questions you have about the world of employment and consider the management skills you will need to successfully locate and maintain employment in the future. The Centre for Career Development has selected a range of dynamic and engaging speakers who will challenge your understanding of the labour market and the part you have to play in creating your own career. The aim of the conference is to enhance your ability to transition smoothly into employment. You will be provided with access to industry representatives from the disciplines within the Faculty of Business and Law combined with opportunities to enhance your general career management skills. We look forward to closing the conference with a networking function. This is your chance to make new connections that could lead to further career opportunities and enhance your job prospects. This function is not to be missed given that expanding your networks is such a critical success factor in gaining new opportunities. We wish you every success with your future career planning! Professor Glen Bates Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Advancement) Acknowledgments The Centre for Career Development proudly acknowledges the support of its partners in the design and development of this event. We also acknowledge our sponsors and industry partners who have supported the concept of student conferences and employability development. We respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri people and their elders past and present, who are the traditional custodians of the land on which Swinburne’s Australian campuses are located in Melbourne’s east and outer east. .
  • 3. SwinEMPLOy. SwinEmploy is a valuable resource for you to use as you approach graduation. Book appointments with our career consultants Access and search job resources Research employers in your industry Access job listings Find out about events Improve your employability Ask questions online swin.careerhub.com.au The Centre for Career Development • • • • • • •
  • 4. 4 Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment Transition to Graduate Employment Program 2015 12.00-12.45pm Networking, Lunch & Registration Official Opening Ceremony Chandelier Room Acknowledgement of Country Professor Michael Gilding Executive Dean, Faculty of Business and Law 1.05-1.45pm “Are You Career Ready?” Speakers Keynote Address Chandelier Room Anthony Matis FCPA General Manager For Business Development, Education (International), CPA Australia Professor Glen Bates Pro Vice-Chancellor, Student Advancement Discussion Panel Chandelier Room A panel of industry experts in a question and answer forum Mary Appleby Associate Director, Student Professional Development Panel Chair Madeline Roulston Campus Recruitment Consultant | Talent, Ernst & Young Sreetama Bhattacharya, Accenture Business And System Integration Consultant, Accenture Rowan Kimber Operations Manager/Lawyer, Parke Lawyers Gillian Skwarek Graduate Recruitment Specialist, Dixon Appointments 1.45-2.25pm “In a tight job market for graduate opportunities candidates need to make themselves stand out. What are the key skills you are looking for In graduates?” 12.45-1.05pm Professional Branding and Business Communication Speaker Panellists Hawthorn Arts Centre – 360 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn
  • 5. Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment 5 Discipline Specific Concurrent Sessions 2.35-2.50pm Get to know your industry associations Attend the sessions most relevant to your discipline and career development. Australia Human Resources Institute (AHRI) Chandelier Room Sarah Hemingway Membership Manager The Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) is the national association representing human resources and people management professionals. We have around 20,000 members from Australia and across the globe. Australian Marketing Institute (AMI) Mayor’s Room, L1 Alex Makin State President As the leading professional marketing association in Australia, the Australian Marketing Institute offers a platform to advance your thinking, develop your skills, fuel your development and fulfil your potential, so that you are equipped to take on the challenges of a changing marketplace. Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand Zelman Room, L1 Adhira Razdan Senior Accountant - Business Recovery and Insolvency Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand is a professional membership association comprised of over 100,000 diverse, talented, and financially astute professionals who are leaders and influencers in every sector of global business. Finsia - Financial Services Institute of Australasia Edward C. Rigby Room, L1 Randolph Morrison Executive Manager Finsia is Australasia’s premier membership organisation for the financial services industry. Finsia advances our members’ careers by building their capability and professional standing and by connecting them to leading content, insights and influential networks. Law Institute of Victoria The Chamber, L1 Elizabeth Maginn Young Lawyers Section Assistant Manager The LIV represents more than 19,000 lawyers and people working in the law in Victoria, interstate and overseas. Our members offer their commitment, diversity and expertise to help shape the laws of Victoria and to ensure a strong legal profession for the future. Gold Sponsor Edward C Rigby Room, L1 2.55-3.50pm CPA Australia Meet and Greet CPA Australia is one of the world’s largest accounting bodies with a membership of more than 150,000 finance, accounting and business professionals in 121 countries across the globe. We have an exclusive room available for you to meet and chat with CPA Australia about how they can help you with your future and career in accounting and finance.
  • 6. 6 Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment Maddocks The Chamber, L1 Stephanie Cheligoy Associate Maddocks provides premium legal services to corporations, businesses and governments throughout Australia and internationally. We advise national clients across education, government, infrastructure, healthcare, professional services and technology, from our Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney offices. 2.55-3.20pm Transitioning to employment – are you job ready? Accenture Chandelier Room Sreetama Bhattacharya Moumita Ghosh Business and System Integration Consultant Digital Marketing Consultant Accenture is a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company, with more than 336,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Accenture collaborates with clients to help them become high- performance businesses and governments. Zomato Zelman Room, L1 Mischel Luong Client Success Associate Zomato has grown into a global restaurant search and discovery website and app, providing in-depth information for over 1.4 million restaurants across 22 countries. Levant Consulting Mayor’s Room, L1 William Meeve Senior Associate Levant Consulting provides people and organisational performance solutions. With a highly collaborative, engaging work style, we work with you and your senior team on designing, implementing and accelerating your strategic change agenda. Allied Group The Chamber, L1 Seton Walsh-Rose GM Talent & Business Services The Allied Personnel Group is a specialist HR and Recruitment company that works with small, medium and large legal and accounting firms throughout Victoria and Australia. 3.25-3.50pm The future of work, where is it going? Charter Mason Chandelier Room Nick Polce Partner Charter Mason offers experience to organisations that are taking on unfamiliar work. If there is something an organisation has not done before, but we have, then we can help. Lightsapp Zelman Room, L1 Jacqueline Custodio CEO & Co-Founder Lightsapp is a contingent workforce platform enabling on site professional contractors and companies predictability of Talent Pools available to deliver projects anywhere and at any-one-time with transparency of cost. Villa Maria Catholic Homes Mayor’s Room, L1 Charisse Ede Marketing Manager Villa Maria Catholic Homes is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing quality holistic services and life enhancing opportunities for older people, children and adults with a disability, their families and carers.
  • 7. Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment 7 Learn to network and make a great impression with employers and recruiters. You never know what these discussions can lead to, or who you will make a connection with. Light refreshments – includes drinks and finger food. Prize draw. Closing Panel Chandelier Room Transition to Graduate Employment with Swinburne Services 3.55-4.15pm Mary Appleby Associate Director, Student Professional Development Panel Chair Liam Clarke Swinburne Student Business Society Xenia Haysom Acting Director, Professional Placements Diana González Global Mobility Coordinator, International & Students Rod Thomson Director, Swinburne Student Amenities Association Panellists Warren Frehse Career Development Adviser ,Centre for Career Development 4.15-5.30pm Networking Function Get connected Reception Area, L1 Gold Sponsor Turning knowing into know-how. Knowledge on how you can use your industry study tours, professional placements, internships and volunteering to launch your career, empowering students to be critical thinkers, reflective and life-long learners.
  • 8. Mary has a comprehensive background in human resource management, in particular, organisational learning and development. Her roles in senior management have focussed on developing programs, advice and initiatives in work integrated learning, human resource management and career development. Currently, Mary leads and manages the formulation of professional development programs to improve graduate outcomes and to develop engaged self-directed and globally aware learners in the Centre for Career Development at Swinburne University of Technology. Mary is the National Professional Development Coordinator of the National Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services and sits on the Management Committee. She is a committee member of the State Chapter of the Australian Collaborative Education Network. Mary is also Vice President of the Committee of Management for Melbourne East Disability Advocacy, a not for profit organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights and interests of people with intellectual disabilities. Mary Appleby Associate Director, Student Professional Development, Swinburne University of Technology Speakers, Presenters and Biographies Professor Glen Bates Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Advancement), Swinburne University of Technology Professor Bates leads the unit responsible for developing existing programs and new initiatives that contribute to supporting, developing and enhancing the academic life and success of our students. The Student Advancement unit aims to achieve this by improving access to University wide and faculty based academic support programs and promoting development and enhancement opportunities for students. Professor Bates has been with Swinburne since 1989 and has held a number of leadership positions. He was previously Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Life and Social Sciences. Prior to that he was head of Psychological Sciences and Statistics. He has chaired several university committees and has been actively involved in international programs in psychology. Sreetama Bhattacharya Business and System Integration Consultant, Accenture Sreetama has more than 9 years of experience in Technology (SAP) and business consulting with exposure to multiple Industries. She has managed multiple teams and worked as an SME and has been a consistent top performer at Accenture and previous employers. She has international work experience in US, Singapore, Denmark and India. She has a Bachelors in Engineering and a MBA in Strategy and Marketing. She is a national (India) scholarship holder in year 10 and 12 and was ranked 37th amongst 0.3 million candidates in 10th. She is very strong in Co-curricular activities, got All-rounder award at school, is the Cultural Secretary of BAV and have volunteered for multiple organisations such as Dress for Success, FareShare Kitchen and FYA. Sreetama loves to read, watch movies, travel and is an active blogger. Liam Clark Swinburne Student Business Society, Swinburne University of Technology Liam Clarke is on the precipice of a successful career in financial services. He has demonstrated fierce passion for the industry, implementing various trading strategies in his own time and is well on the way to achieving academic excellence studying Aviation Management & Commerce at Swinburne. While working at Uber, Liam has proven his ability to adapt to the frequent changes of an expanding start-up company. Passionate about aiding and encouraging others, Liam is the President and founder of the Swinburne Student Business Society and previously held the position of Chief Financial Officer on Swinburne’s Business without Borders management team. Liam enjoys flying and as a private pilot, prides himself on his ability to understand the details and numbers while keeping the big picture in sight. 8 Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment
  • 9. Jacqueline Custodio is CEO & Co-Founder of Lightsapp, a new recruitment platform that is revolutionising the way freelance contractors and employers engage. Jacqueline spent 20 years working in the IT sector before switching to the recruitment field. She experienced first-hand the often expensive, unproductive and unpredictable recruitment path for employers and contractors alike. Jacqui responded to this recruitment challenge with the launch of Lightsapp in 2014 and the new open market approach is proving to be a win-win solution for employers and contractors. When she is not wearing her entrepreneurial business hat, Jacqueline loves spending time with her two young boys or going for a run. It’s Clean Up Australia Day every day for Jacqui and she can regularly be seen picking up rubbish during her seaside runs, revealing her love of nature and commitment to ‘doing her bit’ to help the environment. Jacqueline Custodio CEO & Co-Founder of Lightsapp Warren Frehse Career Development Adviser, Centre for Career Development, Swinburne University of Technology Warren Frehse is a career development adviser at the Centre for Career Development at Swinburne University of Technology, and provides careers support to the Faculty of Business & Law. He holds an honours degree in behavioural sciences, and has held HR development roles in finance, transport, media, and has provided career transition and change consulting to leading ASX and multinational companies. He is the author of “Manage Your Own Career: Reinvent Your Job; Reinvent Yourself”’ and is a registered professional practitioner with the Career Industry Council of Australia. Charisse Ede Marketing Manager, Villa Maria Catholic Homes Charisse Ede is a communications and marketing specialist with more than 20 years’ experience as a journalist, communications adviser and marketing manager. From her early years as a cadet, to chasing world news in England, on air reports for ABC Radio and breaking stories for Australia’s national news wire, she has gathered a broad range of experience across a number of mediums. Charisse now applies her media and management skills to assist the development and promotion of organisations through strategic marketing and communications strategies, including aged care and disability service provider Villa Maria Catholic Homes, where she is Marketing Manager. Moumita Ghosh is a digital marketing consultant with Accenture. She studied and worked in India prior to moving to Australia last year. She is passionate about working with clients to understand what their customers want and how to engage with them through meaningful dialogue. When she is not working, she spends her time exploring Melbourne, learning to cook different cuisines, and catching up with friends. Moumita Ghosh Digital Marketing Consultant, Accenture Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment 9
  • 10. Xenia Haysom Acting Director, Professional Placements, Swinburne University of Technology Xenia Haysom heads up the Professional Placements team at Swinburne University of Technology and oversees the delivery of professional placement programs for students, namely Swinburne’s Industry-Based Learning program and internship programs. She has over 10 years experience working in the higher education sector in student recruitment, international education, collaboration and partnerships and work integrated learning. She is a strong advocate for students making the most of the opportunities available to them at Swinburne, having studied abroad twice and undertaken a work placement as part of her studies at university. Sarah Hemingway Membership Manager, Australian Human Resources Institute The Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) is the national association representing human resource and people management professionals. We have around 20,000 members from Australia and across the globe. Whether you want to develop your career, get HR support, stay in touch with the latest industry developments, or help to grow the HR and management skills of your team, AHRI membership is for you. AHRI provides education and training services in HR, people management and business skills; produces world-class conferences; and holds seminars and networking opportunities all over Australia – including our biggest annual event – the AHRI National Convention. AHRI also sets standards through accreditation of HR qualifications at universities across Australia, conducts research into people management practices, and assists governments in the development of policy and legislation that affects people at work. Diana González Global Mobility Coordinator, International & Students, Swinburne University of Technology Diana is the Global Mobility Coordinator at the Swinburne Abroad Office. Her work involves helping send Swinburne students out on exchange and short term programs overseas. Prior to this she worked in international recruitment for Swinburne International, helping students from the Americas and Europe to come to study at Swinburne. Diana studied a Bachelor of International Affairs in Caracas, Venezuela (where she is originally from) and then went on to complete a Graduate Diploma of International Business at Swinburne. Whilst studying Diana undertook various international opportunities overseas both as a part of her studies and for work experience. These have been driving forces in her life and have benefited her greatly her career today in International Education. Professor Michael Gilding Executive Dean, Faculty of Business and Law, Swinburne University of Technology Professor Michael Gilding is the Executive Dean of the Faculty of Business and Law at Swinburne University of Technology. He is an economic sociologist who specialises in innovation, networks and clusters, family business, inheritance, and the social dimensions of economic behaviour. He is the author of three books and more than 30 journal articles, and has been a Chief Investigator on 7 ARC Discovery and Linkage projects, including partnerships with AusBiotech, Pitcher Partners and Vic Police. Michael was the President of The Australian Sociological Association 2007-2010. 10 Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment
  • 11. Rowan Kimber Lawyer / Operations Manager, Parke Lawyers Rowan Kimber is the Operations Manager at Parke Lawyers; in addition to his management role he is one of the firm’s lawyers practicing in the business law team. Prior to being called to the law Rowan spent over a decade in the aviation industry holding various flight crew and management positions, including five years as chief pilot and general manager for Bluewater Aviation, a large general aviation charter and aerial work company in North Queensland. Rowan holds a Bachelor of Laws with Honours and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice with Merit. Alex Makin AFAMI CPM Managing Director, Syneka Marketing, Victorian Advisory Committee Chair, Australian Marketing Institute Alex is the Principal Founder and Managing Director of Syneka Marketing. Alex has worked in senior marketing roles for over fifteen years. During this time Alex has transformed, grown and reinvigorated many businesses and not-for-profit organisations, by developing marketing plans and strategies that deliver tangible marketing outcomes. Alex founded Syneka marketing in 2009, while serving as an elected Councillor, and Mayor at Maroondah City Council. Syneka Marketing has created award winning marketing plans and strategies, receiving recognition in the 2013 and 2014 Awards for Marketing Excellence. Alex is the current Chair of the Australian Marketing Institute’s Victorian Advisory Committee, as well as a Certified Practising Marketer and Associate Fellow. Anthony Matis FCPA General Manager for Business Development, Education (International), CPA Australia Anthony holds a Bachelor of Business in Accounting and is also a member of CPA Australia. Anthony’s experience is diverse having commenced his career in Corporate Services and Audit before transitioning into commerce in various senior finance roles in industries such as fashion, health, public relations and advertising to name a few. Anthony was CEO of Macquarie University’s member based student services for a period of three years. He then spent the next twelve months contracting to large business around change management initiatives before being appointed as the CEO of the Australian Newsagents’ Federation. This role saw Anthony extensively involved with Publisher Contracts, the sale of NSW State Lotteries as well as heading up an initiative that gave rise to an ACCC outcome which was an Australian retail first. Mischel Luong Client Success Associate, Zomato Mischel graduated from the University of Melbourne with an honours degree in Psychology. She has since gained employment as a research assistant at Melbourne Uni and worked as an associate at various social market research agencies. Parallel to her academic endeavours, Mischel has worked in hospitality for almost a decade from fast food chains to finer dining establishments. As a result, she has always held a strong academic interest in group dynamics and human behaviour and passion for hospitality. It was at the big meet that she was approached by a “Zoman.” After a gruelling interview process, Mischel joined Zomato has a Business Development Associate. Since, she has been able to apply her education and skills set to this very challenging role while also acquiring hands on business experience. Within her first few months she was promoted to a Client Success Team Member and now manages over 40 accounts. Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment 11
  • 12. Adhira Razdan Senior Accountant, Business Recovery and Insolvency, BDO Adhira started her career at BDO in 2010 as a cadet after finishing high school. She simultaneously worked at BDO and studied during her degree and finished in March this year. She is now a Senior Accountant in the Business Recovery and Insolvency area at BDO and commenced her CA studies in June 2015. Randolph Morrison F Fin Executive Manager, Member Engagement, FINSIA - Financial Services Institute of Australasia An accomplished Executive with experience in all aspects of Financial Markets, Sales & Rates Advisory covering Corporate, SME and Institutional clients including Central Banks and Sovereign Wealth Funds. Experience includes; Group Treasury, Senior stakeholder management, Strategic account management, Strategic business development, Senior relationship management, marketing, team leadership, acquisition and retention campaign management staff training & coaching. Member of Advisory Board for the Department of Finance, Deakin University. Academic qualifications include; an MBA, a Bachelor of Business Degree (Accounting), Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Markets) FNS51004 – AFMA RG146 Accreditation and Level I Organisational Coaching & Leadership (IECL). Nick Polce Partner, Charter Mason Nick draws upon a decade of international professional services experience across a range of industries, with particular strengths in the financial services sector. His strong technical abilities allow him to define the needs of the client and ensure these are closely linked to their strategic vision; all the while considering and understanding the economic environment that they operate in. His capabilities include strategy development and execution, process improvement, change management, project accounting, financial modelling and finance/business analysis. William Meeve Senior Associate, Levant Consulting William is an Management Consultant and co-owner of Levant Consulting. His focus is on helping organisations enhance their performance, effectiveness and profitability through the integration of human capital issues with business strategy. His experience ranges across engagements from large-scale complex business transformations to short term strategic projects delivered across a range of industry sectors. Prior to joining Levant, William worked in the Deloitte Consulting practice; complementing his professional experience William holds a bachelor of Psychology and a Masters of Business (HRM). His current obsessions are understanding how technology is rapidly changing the working environment, watching Rick & Morty and playing analogue synthesizers! Elizabeth Maginn Young Lawyers Section (YLS) Assistant Manager, Law Institute of Victoria Elizabeth Maginn is the Young Lawyers Section (YLS) Assistant Manager at the Law Institute of Victoria. Her role in the YLS allows her to provide support to law students and young lawyers alike as they commence their legal careers. 12 Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment
  • 13. Gillian Skwarek Recruitment Consultant, Dixon Appointments Gillian’s background includes large scale graduate recruitment campaigns for some of Victoria’s largest organisations. She has developed graduate employment training and has facilitated workshops and assessment centres to assist graduates launch their careers. Gillian possesses a unique understanding of the Melbourne employment market with her current role where she is responsible for placing hundreds of candidates into professional roles each year. Madeline Roulston Campus Recruitment Consultant | Talent , Ernst & Young I am a Campus Recruitment Consultant at EY recruiting specifically for the Audit, Fraud Investigation and Dispute Services, and Climate Change and Sustainability Services practices of the Assurance Division. I have been with EY for over 2 and half years in the HR team having experience in both employee advice and administration as well as campus recruitment. My role in the Campus Recruitment team sees me coordinate and manage recruitment for the aforementioned areas, facilitate information sessions and workshops and manage and coordinate student programs. Rod Thomson Director, Swinburne Student Amenities Association (SSAA) Rod is a Fellow of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (FCA) and a graduate of Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD). He has extensive business experience working in commercial and not for profit organisations across a range of industries and sectors. Seton Walsh-Rose LLB, B.com GM Talent & Business Services, The Allied Group Seton has completed both a Law and Commerce degree and is also undertaking a Masters in Human Resource Management. She has what some might call a very unique perspective on the employment and labour market, having worked across various industries and sectors including corporate services, government, education, health and not-for-profit. After tenures in accounting, business management and HR related roles, Seton joined the Allied Group, driven by her passion for helping people. Having been both a Commerce and a Law graduate, and working with a range of employers in the Legal and Accounting industries, she sees firsthand the importance of proper career management and the changing effect in the workforce market. Student Careers Conference: Transition to Graduate Employment 13 Stephanie Cheligoy Associate, Maddocks Stephanie Cheligoy is an Associate in the Employment, Safety and People team at Maddocks. She works with her public and private sector clients to help them resolve their employment, safety and industrial relations issues to achieve the best possible outcomes for their organisation.
  • 14. swinburne.edu.au/emerging-leader The Centre for Career Development Be recognised and receive awards for activities you undertake alongside your studies. Apply now for The Swinburne Emerging Leader Program Leader. BECOMEA SWINBuRNE emerging
  • 15. ALEX MALLEY CHIEF EXECUTIVE THE NAKED CEOINVITES YOU TO JOIN HIS NETWORK Join CPA Australia’s exciting network and get instant access to the career edge you need including: THE NAKED CEO Online mentoring and advice from Alex Malley, Chief Executive of CPA Australia. CAREER EXPO Meet and chat with leading employers. EMPLOYER PARTNERS Be first to hear about internship and graduate employment opportunities. Plus event invitations, webinars, discounts and more! Subscribe to our network at cpaaustralia.com.au/network CHIEF EXECUTIVE
  • 16. Additional tailored careers services and resources are available through The Centre for Career Development, located on the 2nd Floor of the George Swinburne (GS) building. Our services assist you to both plan your career and also build a body of experience and skills outside the classroom which give you an advantage in the job application process. Our qualified career advisers offer individual career consultation, workshops, ideas about how to enhance your employability, job search support, resume advice and assistance with interview preparation. In addition, they can also help you establish career goals and develop employability skills for graduate employment. Find out more at swinburne.edu.au/careers Or in Person Monday - Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm Hawthorn Level 2, George Building 34 Wakefield Street Hawthorn VIC 3122 Wantirna Room WD258-9 369 Stud Road Wantirna VIC 3152 Croydon Room CF112B 12-50 Norton Road Croydon VIC 3136 Published by the Centre for Career Development, Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Advancement) © Swinburne University of Technology 2015. CRICOS Provider 00111D Get connected with LinkedIn by setting up your professional LinkedIn profile and start to build your professional networks. Follow organisations of interest in your chosen industry and join the Swinburne Careers Employment LinkedIn group to keep up to date with careers related news, events, resources and employment opportunities. linkedin.com/groups/SwinburneCentreCareerDevelopment-4524130 This is where you can book an appointment with our career advisers. SwinEmploy has listings of casual, part-time and full-time job vacancies, as well as listing of all upcoming events, workshops and seminars for Swinburne students. Find out more at swin.careerhub.com.au Did you know The Centre for Career Development is on Facebook? ‘Like’ our Facebook page to be the first to know about Careers and Employment news, events and activities. facebook.com/SwinburneCareers Follow us on Twitter, engage in conversations during the conference. @swincareers Alumni and Development Swinburne University of Technology PO Box 218 alumni@swinburne.edu.au Hawthorn, VIC 3122 Tel +61 3 9214 8705 Australia Fax +61 3 9214 8990 SwinEmploy.