Module 2 - Job Search

The question that Career Consultants hear time and time again is, “What can I do when I’ve finished my degree?” Even students in vocational degrees, such as Accounting and Law, frequently get to the end of their studies and find that their career pathways are not clearly defined.

One reason for this is the assumption that a university education provides job-specific training. In fact, in most cases it does not.

Of course, programs in applied fields such as Engineering, Business and Education do develop specific skills, which are then enhanced and supplemented by experience and workplace training.

The primary objective of most university education is, however, to develop general competencies such as problem-solving, critical thinking and communication skills, which can be used in a variety of occupations.

As a result, it remains up to you to choose a field of employment and to highlight the benefits of your education to potential employers.

In this series of units on job search techniques you will:

• Explore sources of information on occupations that might use your talents and education.
• Learn how to access employment opportunities through the formal job market.
• Develop techniques for initiating employment opportunities