Category Archives: Career Advice

How Undergraduates Can Improve their Job Prospects

Posted on May 8, 2013 by b4iapply

Korina Karampela talks to Gary Argent – the Director of Careers at City University London – about how students can enhance their employment prospects upon graduation. At a time when graduate unemployment rate is at record high levels, many employers … Continue reading →

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Apprenticeships: Should We Value Them More Highly?

Posted on April 24, 2013 by b4iapply

Korina Karampela talks to David Way – Executive Director of National Apprenticeship Service – about the value of apprenticeships. An increasing number of school leavers consider doing an apprenticeship. What are the reasons behind this trend? Apprenticeships appeal to young … Continue reading →

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University Isn’t Right for Everyone

Posted on April 11, 2013 by b4iapply

Korina Karampela talks to Rachel Johnson – the General Manager of notgoingtouni.co.uk – about what options are available to those who don’t think the university route is the right one for them. The number of pupils who has second thoughts about … Continue reading →

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What Does Your Handshake Say About You?

Posted on March 28, 2013 by b4iapply

Do you remember the last time you shook hands with somebody who had a very weak grip? What did you think about this person? Would you hire him? Would you feel comfortable to do business with him? A lifeless handshake … Continue reading →

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Does Careers Guidance at Schools Matter?

Posted on March 20, 2013 by b4iapply

Korina Karampela talks to Johnny Rich- the Managing Director of Push and leading expert on higher education and careers- about the importance of careers guidance at schools. There is a lot of information available online about university choices and possible career paths that … Continue reading →

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