Empathy & define assignment v0.1
- 1. I selected business school based on reputation (13th in country Selected course based on max # exemptions from chartered accountancy exams Applied to lots of internships (~30) – could apply course theory in business Could access purple door (team people to help during & up to 5 yrs post course for CVs, interview practice, assessment centre practice, network with local businesses….. Looked at CV eg email address, could see difference Opted into 4yr course with 1 yr internship – found own internship Offered job at internship company, turned down as wanted graduate programme with accountancy option Asked lecturers for help with interview preparation Selected A Levels & Uni course based on best predicted grades in earlier exams Need to be determined to get work – if you can’t be bothered will end up stacking shelves Relatively Inexperienced, driven, bright University graduate Demonstrate relevant, meaningful work experience to potential employers Applicants with no work experience are rejected at application stage Internships are vital to prepare for work place : 1) Securing internship (application process, interviews (phone & F2F), assessment centres 2) Great experience during internship (eg team work, presenting skills) Although well prepared still learnt hard way – research company basic before any interview, have to apply v early as often 1st come, 1st serve Felt v stressed when applying for graduate programmes (In University final year as attending course, writing dissertation, applying for programs (~40) and having a social life Work experience was key to getting the graduate programme (plus above avge University degree Friends did not get internship placements – and some went on to not get jobs as they had no work experience The more you can demonstrate relevant experience the more likely you are to get into the selection process More likely to succeed if follow a passion or proven capability