Cluster Career management

Target group

Members of the Doctoral Schools

Level

3rd and 4th year PhD students

Content

Basic module (6 hours)

This training offers a thorough preparation to the entire application process. The course starts with an in-depth analysis of job ads, linked to self-assessment to facilitate an efficient application. Afterwards, we have a critical look at the participants' own cover letters and cv's and discuss which are attractive to future employers. Thereby, we draw up some ground rules for efficient writing. The final part of the course tackles the job interview: the elaborate preparation (getting to know the company), a persuasive execution of the interview itself (introducing yourself, dealing with (tricky) questions, asking questions yourself, negotiating pay, proper business attire, body language) and the follow-up.

Extended module (12 hours)

This training covers the same topics as the basic module, but includes more practical training, exercises and individual feedback.

Caution:

It is not possible to attend both the basic and the extended module!

Format

The course materials have been developed based on scientific research on application procedures and have been adapted to the target audience – the doctoral students.

Preparation

For the first session, all participants should bring four copies of their cv in English.

Teachers

UCT-trainers

Language

English

Number of participants

20

Evaluation criteria (doctoral training programme)

Active participation during the sessions

Time schedule

Registration procedure

It is not possible to register for both the basic and the extended module!

To register or to add your name to the waiting list, send an e-mail to doctoralschools@UGent.be, mentioning your name, surname, student number, faculty, department, Doctoral School, the title of the course, and the group code.

Registration fee

Free of charge for the members of the Doctoral Schools