Current Students
GBS students are encouraged to take advantage of the support and resources offered by the Careers and Employability team. Whether you need help with your CV, applying for jobs, developing your skills, or finding work placement, internship and volunteering opportunities — the Careers and Employability service is here to help.
Careers and Placement Hub
GBS provides all students with access to dedicated careers resources platform through the Careers and Placement Hub. Here you can access information and support around interview preparation, CVs and cover letters, placement enquiries, job opportunities and much more. You can apply for jobs, take advantage of the Career Edge+ programme, get feedback on your CV and cover letter, and utilise the free CV and Cover Letter Builder tools.
Work Experience Placements
Certain GBS courses require students to complete a mandatory work experience placement alongside their studies. There are number of resources available on the Careers and Placement Hub to support you during the placement process.
1. Required documents – As part of the placement process, you are required to submit a CV to the Placements Team. There are CV building and reviewing tools to make submitting your CV even easier.
2. Tracking – The Careers and Placement Hub includes a feature in which you can track the progress of your placement and complete relevant tasks. This will help you manage all the key tasks required to get your placement signed off efficiently.
3. Placement Review Meetings – Book appointments with your campus’ placement officer to discuss your progress and raise any issues.
4. Careers consultations – You can book appointments with a member of our Careers Consultant Team to support you in applying for positions, writing your CV, preparing for interviews and any other careers-related topics.
One-to-One Advice and Guidance
As well as access to the online Careers and Placement Hub, GBS students can also take advantage of one-to-one careers advice and guidance. Each campus has a dedicated Careers Consultant who can provide support in the following areas.
CV
A strong CV is an essential tool for getting where you want to go in your career. Our Careers Consultants are on hand to help you maximise the impact of your CV, highlight exactly what you bring to the table and make you more attractive to employers. Whether you want to update your CV, build one from scratch or develop your professional skills — get in touch with a Careers Consultant for expert advice.
Applying for jobs
When you apply for a job, employers will either want you to submit your CV or an application form, outlining how you meet the requirements of the advertised role. It is important that you make a good first impression and tailor your application as much as possible to the position you are applying for. Our careers Consultants can help you through the application process, ensuring that you make the best impression possible.
Interview Preparation
Recruitment processes vary greatly between organisations, from single interviews to psychometric testing and multi-stage assessments. Our Careers Consultants can help you prepare for your interview or assessment — giving you the right advice on how best to present yourself.
Discussing your career options
Discovering the right career path after you graduate can be daunting – it can feel like there are too many options, and finding the right path can seem impossible. Feel free to book an appointment with a Careers Consultant to discuss the career paths that your course leads to and figure out ways to explore the industries that interest you.
Careers and Placement hub
Our online Careers and Placement Hub allows you to book one-to-one appointments with members of the Careers and Employability Service. For general careers support, book an appointment with a Careers Consultant. For help with your work experience placement, or to get more information about volunteering, placement and internship opportunities, book an appointment with the Placement Officer at your campus.
CV
A strong CV is an essential tool for getting where you want to go in your career. Our Careers Consultants are on hand to help you maximise the impact of your CV, highlight exactly what you bring to the table and make you more attractive to employers. Whether you want to update your CV, build one from scratch or develop your professional skills — get in touch with a Careers Consultant for expert advice.
Applying for jobs
When you apply for a job, employers will either want you to submit your CV or an application form, outlining how you meet the requirements of the advertised role. It is important that you make a good first impression and tailor your application as much as possible to the position you are applying for. Our careers Consultants can help you through the application process, ensuring that you make the best impression possible.
Interview Preparation
Recruitment processes vary greatly between organisations, from single interviews to psychometric testing and multi-stage assessments. Our Careers Consultants can help you prepare for your interview or assessment — giving you the right advice on how best to present yourself.
Discussing your career options
Discovering the right career path after you graduate can be daunting – it can feel like there are too many options, and finding the right path can seem impossible. Feel free to book an appointment with a Careers Consultant to discuss the career paths that your course leads to and figure out ways to explore the industries that interest you.
Careers and Placement hub
Our online Careers and Placement Hub allows you to book one-to-one appointments with members of the Careers and Employability Service. For general careers support, book an appointment with a Careers Consultant. For help with your work experience placement, or to get more information about volunteering, placement and internship opportunities, book an appointment with the Placement Officer at your campus.
Take the next step
For support with any of the topics outlines above, you can contact the Careers and Employability Service and we will be happy to help.