Another fabulous comment on our programmes from one of our fabulous students! #Marketing #DigitalMarketing #DigitalMarketingManagement #Business #BusinessSchools

As I near the completion of my second Graduate Rotation at Prax, I’ve had the privilege of working within the Retail department at Harvest Energy. This experience has provided me with the opportunity to expand my existing retail knowledge while introducing new initiatives to improve business processes. A significant focus of my role has been on reporting. From compiling weekly and monthly reports for our field teams to track retail branch performance, to analysing profit margins to ensure we optimise every transaction. I’ve worked to enhance data visibility and operational efficiency by updating Key Performance Indicators and helped challenge our sites to meet growth targets. I also developed a new Weekly Reporting tool using VBA in Excel, aimed at providing a more comprehensive view of our performance across multiple timeframes. I was given the opportunity to present my work on profit margins at a company-wide meeting, attended by our Office Team, Area Managers, Regional Managers, and the Head of Retail. Additionally, I’ve contributed to a business transformation project, where I coordinated documentation, worked closely with the compliance team, and assisted in the preparation and population of Profit and Loss statements. Next week, I’ll be transitioning to my third rotation with the Risk Team, based in our London office. Having studied Risk during my MSc, I’m excited to further develop my skills in this area over the next eight months. Working with the Retail Team at the Weybridge Office has been a privilege. I’m deeply grateful to them for entrusting me with these responsibilities and allowing me to play an integral role in these key initiatives. Their support and willingness to share their expertise have greatly helped me further integrate into professional life, and I’m eager to embrace the challenges ahead. #GraduateRotation #RetailBusiness #BusinessTransformation #ProfitOptimisation #DataDrivenReporting #Prax #HarvestEnergy #VBA #OperationalEfficiency #GrowthMindset

🌟 The Joy of Being an M&E Professional! 🌟 Did you know that working in the field of Evaluation can reveal insights and connections far beyond the classroom? The true excitement of our profession comes from diving deep into our work and discovering unique, real-world knowledge. Recently, our team experienced a heartwarming moment: due to the exceptional dedication of our project staff, two of them were honored in an unexpected way. Beneficiaries named their children after these staff members as a tribute to the positive impact they made on their lives and families. While this was an unintentional outcome, it underscores the profound impact of our work and the surprising results that come from our commitment and effort. These kinds of discoveries are what make every challenge worthwhile and remind me why I am passionate about being an M&E officer. Being part of such a committed and dynamic team is truly inspiring. The continuous learning and unexpected moments of joy fuel my enthusiasm and dedication. To all my fellow M&E professionals and those exploring this career path—embrace the journey and stay excited about the incredible insights and surprises you’ll uncover along the way! 💡 What unexpected insights have you encountered in your work? Share your stories! #Evaluation #MonitoringAndEvaluation #ProfessionalGrowth #M&E #PassionForWork #UnexpectedInsights #Teamwork

Time surely flies very fast. It felt just like yesterday when I was transferred to PMA from PD&T IRSO East Coast one year ago, in the middle of September 2023 (thanks a lot for all the kind wishes received for the 1-year anniversary). Suddenly, one of the feedback received exactly one year ago popped out in my mind amid truly hectic last few months here in PMA: feedback from one of the clients' manager (back when I was at PD&T, we served other OPU in project engineering and execution). What truly surprised me back then was, I rarely engaged with the said manager & the manager was sometimes quite critical to PD&T project executions, & when the manager knew I was about to transfer out from PD&T, & straightaway the feedback was given. Such feedback truly boosted & encouraged me to go extra miles in my next work assignment back then, and truly felt appreciated since the feedback received from a client (kind of felt like a good legacy has been left prior to the transfer, after 2 years plus at PD&T). Can I leave similar legacy in my current workplace when the time comes for me to move to the next work assignment? one surely hope!

How impactful can an MBA really be? SMF alumnus Sagnik Mukherjee shares how going to business school was a vital stepping stone for his career. London-based Sagnik, 34, is now Senior Strategy Manager in the internal strategy function at energy giant bp, where he spent almost four years of his fledgling career before becoming a Sainsbury Management Fellow. Sagnik shared with us how the SMF scholarship supported his career development: “That’s why I’m able to come into this new role. It is possible I could have arrived where I am today without the MBA, but it would have taken me a lot longer with a much more challenging learning curve. "At the point in my career, gaining the SMF scholarship de-risked the investment. And having access to the network of both incoming and existing alumni is such a boost. These things help because nobody has the answer to everything. The ability to ask questions to a network like I have is really useful." Learn more about Sagnik's varied and impressive career journey below 👇 https://lnkd.in/ebjc7N-2 #MBAScholarship #SMFScholarships #RoyalAcademyOfEngineering #Scholarship

To my younger professionals out there, don’t allow yourself to feel stuck! Often times, those in younger generations in the work force tend to feel like they’re spinning their wheels if they aren’t moving up quickly or getting every promotion they gun for. I’m 33, but it wasn’t that long ago I was in the same boat. Your perfect opportunity is being crafted. Whether you’re sticking with it and getting better at your current role, or striving for the next level but not getting there on your timeline, I promise you it’s coming. When one door closes, another opens and in my experience, it’s the one you were meant to walk through. So double down and focus on getting exceptionally good at your current role, keep an eye on skills you need for the next step, lean hard on your mentors, and know that even if there isn’t a clear job path, there’s always “the next step.”

Considering a graduate program in R&D? Here are some important things to keep in mind.. 👇

Today is Financial Awareness Day! Through our leading program, Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG), we equip our youth with “work-ready” skills that prepare them for real-world success. These include evaluating career plans for post-secondary options, creating both short and long-term budgets, and mastering money management. Sebastian Black, a JMG alum from Northview Next Career Center, shared his experience: "Part of JMG was more focused on real-life skills. It taught me practical things like how to afford a house and finance a car. These were realistic topics that directly helped me when I got hired at 19 years old without any financial understanding. Suddenly having a job like this, I was grateful for the knowledge and skills I gained from JMG, as it enabled me to handle my money effectively." Learn more about our JMG program, here: https://bit.ly/3B6FC72 #FinancialAwareness #FinancialLiteracy #FinancialEducation

📝📚 APPRENTICESHIPS IN THE WORKPLACE 📚📝 Did you know apprentices are not just for 16-24 year olds? Did you know you can complete an apprenticeship alongside your current employment through your employer? There is a myth that apprenticeships are only for 'young people', and that is absolutely ❌ FALSE ❌ An apprenticeship can be completed by anyone who is ➡ 16 years old or older ➡ Not in full-time education These are the only TWO requirements to start looking into an apprenticeship. There are many different levels starting from Level 2 - Level 7, which are equivalent to GCSEs right up to Masters Degrees! (Each of these will have their own entry requirements) Here at ERIKS UK & Ireland, we not only employ dedicated apprentices who we will train alongside a learning provider, but our experienced employees who are already in the business can also complete apprenticeships! We offer a range of leadership and development apprenticeships, as well as bespoke apprenticeships for employees who want to grow and develop their skill set and knowledge within a specific area. If you are looking for an employer who truly cares about your development, check out our careers page for more information ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eF8iPzfE

I graduated back in the 1990s and gaining experience in the working environment was just as crucial then as it is now. I believe that no one truly knows what they want to do for the rest of their life when they graduate, so securing a spot on a graduate scheme is a smart move. The multitude of options can be overwhelming, and after 3 or 4 years of hard work, graduates are faced with making the next significant decision since choosing their university. Our graduate scheme recently opened and I’m genuinely excited about welcoming new talent into our business. Finding the right fit for our graduate scheme is no simple task. We don’t just look for ‘talent’—it’s more about who they are as individuals and their eagerness to learn and apply that talent. Self-belief and a genuine desire to learn can open many doors, so it’s crucial to choose individuals who trust in their ability to grow. I vividly remember starting as a graduate and have thoroughly enjoyed my journey at FG. Making mistakes was inevitable, but having the right support was crucial. It allowed me to grow, learn from those mistakes, and develop into a manager and, more recently, a leader. Playing a part in others’ journeys and watching them grow and succeed is incredibly rewarding. It brings a smile to my face as I look toward the future and help those joining us that one of the most important things they need to do is be open to the possibility that your goals may change—you never know where you might end up. #WeAreFG #Graduates #Career #Growth #Opportunity #OneFG Fisher German LLP