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Job roles and types of employers in book publishing
Careers in design, production, rights, publicity and much more can all be developed in the book publishing world. We explain what each role involves and the main types of publishers that you can work for.
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All the ways you can get support from your University
Accountant: job description
Accountants are employed by organisations and private clients to audit accounts, provide financial advice and manage accounting processes.
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How to structure your job hunt
Entering the job market as a young graduate is a daunting task. From figuring out what you are interested in, to sending out seemingly endless applications, maybe getting to various interview stages and assessment rounds, and likely facing some rejections, it can be a tiring process.
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How to bounce back from job rejection
If you’ve just received an email starting with “Dear Candidate, thank you for your application. Unfortunately…”, you’re not alone. After investing hours researching the company, tailoring your CV and cover letter, completing online assessments, and perhaps even making it through interviews, to then receive a rejection can feel like a punch to the gut.
Assessment centres: putting would-be accountants to the graduate test
Most accountancy and professional services firms use assessment centres to select the best graduates. Here's what happens and how you can tick the big box called 'impressing recruiters'.
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Four common interview questions for graduate jobs in accountancy and financial management
You can't know exactly what questions you're going to be asked in an interview for a graduate job in accountancy, but there are some common questions that you're likely to encounter.
Management accountant: job description
Management accountants’ work helps business leaders make strategic decisions.
Property internships: when and how to apply
Property work experience can include placement years, insight days and informal opportunities.
Professional qualifications for property surveyors: all about the APC
The APC – assessment of professional competence – is the training scheme that graduates need to complete on the job to qualify as a chartered surveyor.
Digital marketing: graduate area of work
Digital marketing uses new media, such as the internet, to promote companies' products and services. If you have a passion for digital media this could be the perfect career for you.
Writing a CV for graduate advertising, marketing and PR jobs
CVs are a key part of the application process. We've put together some tips to help you stand out in the marketing, advertising and PR sector.
