Taught Postgraduate Programmes
The Master's Extra (MX) Programme
Session 2010/2011
Semesters One and Two
Introduction
Provided by the University of St Andrews School of Management in association with the University Careers Centre, the Master's Extra (MX) Programme offers a range of professional, personal and employment/career activities to complement your academic studies throughout the year. Details of the MX events for Semesters One and Two are indicated below.
Attendance at the MX events is voluntary but strongly recommended as it will help to develop your employability skills. Moreover, attendance at each MX event will earn you five points towards the Careers Centre's Certificate in Career Development (CCD) which will be a useful addition to your CV. You need to accumulate 20 points to achieve the Bronze Certificate, 40 points to achieve the Silver Certificate and 60 points to achieve the Gold Certificate. In addition to earning points for every MX event you attend, you can also gain points by attending certain Careers Centre events. Please visit the Careers Centre website for more information about the Certificate in Career Development and the various events organised by the Centre. When you attend an MX event or a relevant event organised by the Careers Centre you will be credited with the appropriate number of points. The Certificate in Career Development is sponsored by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and Certificates are awarded at a special presentation ceremony held soon after the May 2011 Diet of exams.
MX events are held:
- Wednesdays between 4.15pm and 5.45pm.
- Lecture Theatre A, Physics Building, North Haugh.
We look forward to welcoming you to future events in the MX Programme!
Martin Dowling
Director of Postgraduate Programmes
Co-ordinator, MX Programme
MX Events Details
Date/Time/Location (Wed/4.15pm/Lecture Theatre A, Physics Building, North Haugh) |
Speaker |
Topic Note: Click for pdf overheads, where available. |
Semester One, Session 2010-2011 | ||
6 October 2010 |
Bonnie Hacking, |
“How to develop skills for employment” Using personal development planning to understand and improve the skills you are gaining whilst studying. |
13 October 2010
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Suzanne Doyle-Morris, Director, Doyle Morris Coaching and Development |
“Taking the career risks that will make a difference” Suzanne will consider a range of factors that impact upon careers and career development of graduate students. |
20 October 2010 |
Jason Rudgley, |
Jason is a partner with his company and a specialist in improving organisational effectiveness. He will share with us some case studies and lessons based on his work with major corporations. |
27 October 2010
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Charles Lovatt, founder of Cacophony Publishing. |
"Tin-Pan Alley meets Silicon Valley & the strategic direction of Global Media" Charles's talk is concerned with the fascinating inter-relationships between music, technology and media wars. |
3 November 2010 Please note that this session will take place in Lecture Theatre A of the Purdie Building.
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Pamela Andrew, University Careers Centre, |
“How to succeed with applications.” This session will cover recruitment from a HR Manager’s perspectiveand successful graduates will share their experiences of the recruitment process. In addition, the Careers Centre will give information on how to identify opportunities. |
10 November: Reading Week. No event. | ||
17 November 2010 |
Alan Thornburrow, Chief Executive, Scottish Investment Operations, and representatives from several large financial institutions.
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“The Changing Face of the Finance Sector.” This session will cover the growth areas in the finance sector and the future opportunities open to students. Major employers will be represented and who will be available to answer student questions. |
24 November 2010 |
Suzanne Doyle-Morris, Director, Doyle Morris Coaching and Development
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“Raising Your Profile To Get Ahead.” In this session, Suzanne will discuss the topic of self-promotion and how senior professionals use it to get noticed for all the right reasons. |
1 December 2010 |
Richard Mansbridge, |
“Successfully Managing an International Work Team” |
8 December 2010 |
Paul Brown, |
“Making applications in the UK.” |
Semester Two, Session 2010-2011 | ||
16 February 2011 |
James Hamilton, PA Consulting, Edinburgh.
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James is a partner with PA Consulting, an organisation that specialises in advising organisations about business improvement systems. He will talk about the nature of the company’s work and the projects he undertakes. |
23 February 2011 |
Suzanne Doyle-Morris, Director, Doyle Morris Coaching and Development |
In the third of her lectures for the MX Programme, Suzanne will share with students further ideas and tips on aspects of career development (details to be announced) |
2 March 2011 |
Stephen Westwood |
Stephen has had a successful career in business and management and has held senior posts in many organisations. He is now an independent management consultant and will present a number of lectures/workshops in the MX Programme. His first presentation is entitled: “An introduction to business skills and business improvement techniques.” |
9 March 2011 |
Stephen Westwood |
Business Skills: “The market: who will buy and why?” |
16 March 2011 |
Stephen Westwood |
Business Skills: “Cash is always king.” |
23 March 2011 |
Stephen Westwood |
Business Skills: “People and behaviour: how to recruit, motivate, inspire and lead to success.” |
Easter Break: w/b 28 March and w/b 4 April 2011 | ||
13 April 2011 |
Paul Dollman, John Menzies plc |
"Managing a global business: A view from the inside.”" Paul is the Group Finance Director of Menzies plc and in his talk he will highlight the challenges of managing a major business that incorporates two very different divisions: Menzies Distribution and Menzies Aviation. |
20 April 2011 |
Shiona Chillas, School of Management and |
This session will look at work and further study opportunities available to you after graduation. In particular, there will be information on making written job applications, working in Scotland and the range of further study options open to students. |
27 April 2011 |
Wendy Houldsworth, University Student Support Services
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For students from outside the European Union who may wish to stay on in the UK after graduation it is important for you to know the requirements and procedures for applying for a post-study visa or work permit after completion of your studies. Wendy will guide you through the processes involved. |