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University of York

Graduates into Work: North Yorkshire - ‘Finding Your Why’

University of York via FutureLearn

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Explore career planning with ease and navigate the North Yorkshire job market

Begin your career journey with this expertly designed short course, where you’ll explore your personal strengths and learn about opportunities in the North Yorkshire job market. Equip yourself with strategic tools for a fulfilling career path.

Discover your potential with career management tools

On this two-week course, you’ll dive into state-of-the-art career planning techniques like the DOTS model (Decision Learning, Opportunity Awareness, Transition Learning, and Self-awareness) and enhance your self-awareness through self-reflection exercises designed to uncover your unique strengths and career motivations.

As you move through the course, you’ll gain insights into the current trends and key growth areas within North Yorkshire’s job market. The course prepares you to make informed career decisions with expert guidance tailored to regional opportunities.

Embrace purpose discovery with Golden Circles

Explore Simon Sinek’s Golden Circles and the concept of Ikigai to explore and align your passions, skills, and career goals, paving a meaningful path forward in your professional life.

As you conclude, the University of York’s comprehensive career management course empowers you to navigate your professional journey with confidence.

By understanding your strengths and harnessing critical career planning tools, you’ll be well-prepared to seize opportunities in the North Yorkshire job market and beyond.

This course is crafted for university students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals seeking clarity in their career paths. Ideal for those exploring new opportunities, it’s especially suited for those approaching graduation or navigating first job transitions.

Syllabus

  • Tools and learning models
    • Welcome
    • From campus to career: a beginner’s guide to career management
    • Recognising your strengths and super strengths
    • Understanding the national and local graduate labour market
    • Closing thoughts
  • Career opportunities and transitions
    • Welcome back
    • How to identify career opportunities
    • Understanding different types of business
    • Utilising volunteering and internships to boost your CV
    • Career transitions and managing your career trajectory
    • Closing thoughts

Taught by

Charlie King

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