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For 20 years, Monira Ahmed had a rewarding career in the higher education sector. Her passion for helping students become in-demand graduates brought her from the University of Liverpool to the University of Central Lancashire, and now to the University of Birmingham, where she works as a Career Consultant.
“I’m passionate about working in the employability space, and the move to University of Birmingham was an exciting next step in my career,” says Ahmed. “I had heard about the amazing reputation of the Careers Network team, and I was indeed really looking forward to being part of the team. I have been based in the College of Arts and Law initially as a Careers Adviser, and have recently been appointed as a Careers Consultant.”
The Careers Network team is committed to helping students make informed decisions about their next steps — to great effect. University of Birmingham graduates are one of the most sought after by top employers like BBC, Accenture, British Council and Royal Shakespeare Company, according to the Graduate Market 2022 report by High Fliers Research.
Whether you’re a music student or an English major, you’ll find plenty of resources and opportunities to upskill in your field before you enter the workplace. Source: University of Birmingham, College of Arts and Law
College of Arts and Law students do not have to worry about landing a job after graduation. They have plenty of opportunities to add to their CV before they even complete their studies.
Once they opt for the 20-credit Professional Skills module — which combines a work experience placement and reflective assessment — they get to develop their skills, knowledge, and confidence for a minimum of 70 hours (10 days) between the months of June and December. Not only do they get to apply what they learn, they hone key professional attributes sought after by graduate employers, sharpen interview skills, build a professional network and gain a great reference. The…
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