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JULY 2014
LATEST NEWS
Campus DJ state finals win for Murdoch
The Murdoch University Tavern recently hosted the state final of the National Campus
DJ competition . The Australian Association of Campus Activities (AACA) hosts the
annual competition. The event aims to give student DJ’s the opportunity to mix it with
the industry’s best, giving them valuable experience and feedback from seasoned DJ’s.
This year's campus champions from Murdoch (Matthew Cheeseman), Curtin (Jack
Martin) and UWA (Patrick Drew) competed to represent W.A. in front of a panel of
expert judges. The judges rated competitors on originality, stage presence, audience
response, transition and level control as well as technical ability. Matthew Cheeseman
was declared the state winner.
Matt, who is currently completing an IT degree at Murdoch, was offered a trip to
Melbourne to compete for the national title. The national event will be held late June
at the Eagle Bar, La Trobe University. Murdoch University Guild General Manager, Will
Perera said if Cheeseman was crowned Best Campus DJ in Australia, he could win a
$5000 prize plus the opportunity to DJ at a range of Red Bull events across W.A..
Best of luck for the nationals Matt. You may be needing two very different resumes in
the near future!
(Article first published in “The Melville Times” 10 June, 2014.)
My Career Journey - Dhivahar (Dhiv) Sri Ranjan
(BSc. Hons. MBA CIV TAE)
I graduated from Murdoch University with a degree in Biomedical Science with Honours.
To improve my employment prospects, I then went on to complete a Masters in
Business Administration (MBA) at Murdoch in 2010.
Following graduation I initially secured work as a Research Officer, but wasn’t sure of
the next step. I explored various possible avenues, seeking both job satisfaction and a
career for years to come. As I was reflecting upon my future profession, I knew I
wanted to do something that would allow me to give back to the community.
Furthermore, I wanted to combine my Science and MBA qualifications in an
entrepreneurial venture. I realised tutoring was one area that I was very passionate
about, having assisted first and second year university students in my final year. One of
my friends suggested becoming a Secondary Teacher, as they were in high demand. In
2. considering this, I eventually came up with the idea of forming a tuition business for
secondary students. Such an enterprise was congruent with my two main goals,
namely; to give back to community and to use my combined skill set.
The idea of forming a tuition business lead to Dhivz Tutoring Services, which specialises
in teaching secondary students Mathematics, Sciences, Accounting, Finance and
Management (aligned with my professional qualifications). Furthermore, I also help
students with motivation and time management skills, assisting them to achieve their
goals. It is something that I enjoy and hope to develop further.
You have worked hard to find and follow your passion Dhiv. All the best with the
business venture.
Department of Employment: Australian Jobs 2014 publication is
now available
Australian Jobs 2014 includes information about the current labour market for
industries and jobs across Australia. It also details what skills are needed to meet
employers’ needs now and in the future (predicting where the jobs will be over the
next five years).
The publication suggests that there are opportunities for employment in all industries
across Australia, but half of all new positions over the next five years are expected to
be created in the following industries:
Health Care and Social Assistance;
Education and Training and;
Retail.
Hard copies of the publication are available at the Murdoch Careers & Employment
Centre, South Street campus.
Alternatively, an electronic version is available here.
CONFERENCE REVEALS WHAT EMPLOYERS WANT
Employers who presented at a recent IREG (International Ranking Expert Group) conference in London generally felt
that soft skills are harder to gain and teach than technical skills and knowledge. Therefore in their hiring process, they
tended to focus on identifying more general soft skills in graduates.
Some of the soft skills and traits employers were looking for included:
- An ability to work collaboratively with teams of people from a range of backgrounds and countries;
- Communication skills – speaking, listening, and writing;
- A high degree of drive, resilience, and enthusiasm;
- Leadership skills;
- The ability to influence others and resolve conflicts;
- A capacity to develop new skills and behaviours according to role requirements;
- Flexibility to change in line with a rapidly developing market and global economy;
- An ability to absorb complex information quickly;
- A high degree of self-awareness and self-management;
- An openness to and respect for a range of perspectives from around the world;
- Multicultural learning agility (e.g. able to adapt and learn in any culture or environment);
- Interdisciplinary knowledge such as broad technical skills, language skills, etc..
3. Beth Jenkins, Recruitment Marketing Advisor at Shell International had the following to say at the conference:
"Unlike most job seekers, new graduates don’t put measurable indicators (regarding the above) into their CVs, yet
quantifying their achievements and providing evidence of results would significantly strengthen their applications."
Full article here.
MURDOCH STUDENT EMERGING LEADERS (MSEL) BUILD COMMUNITY
MSEL students are ready to begin their community projects. Three teams of MSEL students will begin working together
to assist Native Arc, PCYC Streetball and the Murdoch Community Garden to increase their profile and work harder to
serve the community. Whilst working on their respective projects throughout Semester 2, the students will also be
attending talks on leadership and be mentored by professionals who will oversee their project work.
This year's MSEL students are supported by the Murdoch Guild and the Careers Employment Centre and supervised by
Lisa Mitchell in the Volunteering Hub.
Is it time for you to develop your own potential? This semester’s upcoming MSEL lunch-time leadership talks are open
to all students. See under Events featured below. Come along and join us!
Why not visit the Guild website and find out about MSEL? Recruitment for 2015 will begin in early Semester 1.
CAREER CONNECT EVENTS
1) Engaging Professionally with Employers - Information Session
(Complimentary Preparation for the Access Experience Careers fair)
Give yourself a head start in your career. Find out how to impress prospective employers at the Access Experience
Careers Fair on Wednesday 30th July (detailed below) and other professional networking events.
This Information Session will offer students a better understanding of employment etiquette and the correct ways and
means of addressing employers or industry representatives in a professional capacity. Find out how to leave a good
first impression.
No bookings required to attend but come early to secure a good seat. All students welcome.
When: Thursday July 24 between 12.30pm – 1.30pm.
Where: ECL 3 Lecture Theatre, South Street Campus
More Info on
CareerConnect
2) Reminder: Access Experience Careers Fair
An on-campus Careers Fair promoting Volunteering, Internships, Vacation Work and other on-the-job opportunities for
all Murdoch students.
Get the experience you need whilst still at university and give yourself the edge.
20+ employers invited. The following are just a few of the confirmed exhibitors.
1) African Professionals of Australia
2) Autism Assoc. of W.A.
4. 3) Conservation Volunteers
4) Defence Force Recruiting - Army Reserve
5) KPMG
6) Murdoch Student Guild - Volunteering Hub
7) Native Arc
8) Oak Tree
9) PCYC Fremantle - StreetBall (basketball program)
10) Woodside
Register to attend this event on CareerConnect today and you could win a double Happy Camper pass to the 2015
Southbound 18+ music/arts event in Busselton.
When: Wednesday July 30 between 11.00am - 1.00pm.
Where: Bush Court, South St Campus
Register on
CareerConnect
3) Creating a good LinkedIn profile makes good career sense - Interactive Workshop
Get on-board the professional networking site, LinkedIn and instantly join a massive professional network of students,
recent graduates, employees, employers and organisations.
This workshop will help you create a LinkedIn Profile that will attract the attention of employers and recruiters.
Hear the latest tips on how to showcase what you have to offer and what sets you apart from other students. Then
have a go at creating or up-dating your own LinkedIn profile and making the most of this important social networking
job search tool.
All students welcome to attend. Numbers strictly limited. Bookings essential. Register to attend this event on
CareerConnect. Select "Events" button.
When: Friday Aug 1 between 10.00am – 12.00 noon.
Where: GCL 1 Computer Lab, Bush Court, South St Campus
Register on CareerConnect
4) MSEL Lunch-time Leadership Talk - Leading People in the Workplace
Special guest presenter: Ezra Hefter, EY Partner (Research & Development).
Hear how Ezra's leadership has evolved. How he gets the most out of others and what has worked well for him.
This presentation is as part of the new Murdoch Student Emerging Leaders (MSEL) Talk series.
No bookings required but come early to secure a good seat. All students welcome.
When: Thursday Aug 7 between 12.30 – 1.30pm.
Where: ECL 3 Lecture Theatre, South St Campus
More Info
5. 5) MSEL Lunch-time Leadership Talk – Critical Thinking: What is it and why is it important
in the Workplace?
"My lesson is don’t feel limited by your degree. The kind of skills that are more necessary in this century are the
ability to think critically, to take on any challenge that comes your way, to construct an argument – and stick by it."
Mark Weinberger Chairman and CEO EY.
Special guest presenter Dr Julia Hobson, Senior Lecturer (Centre for University Teaching & Learning). Dr Julia Hobson
provides a useful insight into what it is to be a critical thinker. She also discusses why leaders value this skill and it's
importance in the context of the workplace. Find out how to set yourself apart when impressing prospective
employers.
This presentation is part of the new Murdoch Student Emerging Leaders (MSEL) Talk series. Bookings are not required
to attend but come early to secure a good seat. All students welcome.
When: Thursday Aug 14 between 12.30 – 1.30pm.
Where: ECL 3 Lecture Theatre, South Street Campus
More Info
6) MSEL Lunch-time Leadership Talk - The Graduate Edge
Special guest presenter: Alex Haaxman, Career Development Advisor.
Alex is a highly experienced Career Practitioner who has expertise in enhancing employability within the tertiary
sector. She discusses the essential elements for transitioning to a successful professional career. These elements
comprise a combination of skills, knowledge and attitudes, namely:
- Enlighten (understand, communicate and connect);
- Engage (drive, relate and influence) and;
- Empower (develop, lead and excel).
This presentation is part of the new Murdoch Student Emerging Leaders (MSEL) Talk series. Bookings are not required
to attend but come early to secure a good seat. All students welcome.
When: Thursday Aug 21 between 12.30 – 1.30pm.
Where: ECL 3 Lecture Theatre, South St Campus
More Info
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