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Overview
The Career Perspectives course at the Wageningen University and Research supports PhD candidates in a practical way with the necessary tools to apply for a job:
- making a distinctive CV
- writing a convincing cover letter
- presenting yourself at your best in a job interview
- using networking strategies effectively
A career assessment (personality- and competence test) is an important part of this course and will be taken prior to the start of the course. The test results give you clear directions on who you are, what you are capable of and what is your value to the job market.
In general you can expect the following results:
- A practical in depth preparation of all aspects in the job application process
- Getting tools to present yourself effectively to an employer
- Useful feedback on your presentation in your CV, cover letter and interview
- Formulating goals for yourself to take your next career step
Programme Structure
- Day 1: The first day we will focus on personal assets and accomplishments. All the information gathered is important to make a distinctive CV.
- Day 2: The second day we will challenge you to think creatively about career possibilities. We will analyse vacancies to discover how to interpret job requirements.
- Day 3: The third day will be spent on corporate culture by taking a closer look at teamwork.
- Day 4: The fourth day starts with the simulated job interviews with a recruiter (half of the group)
- Day 5: The last day we also start with simulated job interviews with a recruiter (other half of the group)In the afternoon we will answer any questions you might still have, work on a plan of action and evaluate the course.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Credits
1 ECTS
1.6 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Entrepreneurship Management Studies Coaching View 21 other Short Courses in Management Studies in NetherlandsAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Career Perspectives is meant for PhD's in their third or fourth year who want to take the next step in their career and want support in defining and taking that step.
Tuition Fee
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International
2800 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2800 EUR for the full programme during 5 days. -
EU/EEA
2800 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2800 EUR for the full programme during 5 days.
- PhD candidates of Wageningen University: € 575
- All other PhD candidates and staff of Wageningen University € 1400
- All other participants € 2800
Living costs for Wageningen
700 - 800 EUR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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