students

His Royal Highness 

Prince Khalifa Bin Salman AL-Khalifa 

Prime Minister 

His Majesty 

King Hamad Bin Isa AL-Khalifa 

King of the Kingdom of Bahrain 

His Royal Highness 

Prince Salman Bin Hamad AL-Khalifa 

Crown Prince 

Deputy Supreme Commander

CONTENTS 

MESSAGES 

University of Bahrain President 4 

VP for Community Service & Alumni Affairs 6 

Batelco Chief Executive Bahrain 7 

Director of Career Counselling Office 

(Head of Organizing Committee) 8 

Organizing Committee Message 9 

COMPANIES 

Floor Plan 11 

Companies on the floor 12 

Companies Profile 13 

STUDENTS 

Start your search now 57 

Careers Day 13 Tips 57 

Careers Day 13 Function & Facilities 63 

Attendance Policy 64 

STEP 1: Prepare your CV and job letters 66 

STEP 2: The Interview 92 

STEP 3: Employability Skills 113 

STEP 4: Networking and self promotion 136 

STEP 5: Work Ethics 154 

CAREER COUNSELLING OFFICE (CCO) 

Introduction 164 

What is the CCO? 164 

Where is it located? 164 

What are the divisions of CCO? 165 

Who can visit the Career Office & when? 165 

Why career planning is so important? 165 

What takes place in CCO? 165 

What information can be found in the CCO? 168 

CCO Advertisement 169

MESSAGE FROM UNIVERSITY OF BAHRAIN PRESIDENT 

Dr. Ebrahim Mohammed Janahi 

University of Bahrain President 

The University of Bahrain has hosted Careers Day for the past thirteen years, a 

very significant event that aims to link the student community, with institutions 

and businesses in both the public and private sectors within the Kingdom of 

Bahrain. 

Ever since I was honored by His Majesty King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa, King of 

the Kingdom of Bahrain and Supreme President of the University of Bahrain to 

assume my responsibility as President of the country‘s national university , I 

have been committed to create an environment conducive to active coordination 

and cooperation with the public and private sectors so we may learn from one 

another as we develop programmes that provide the students of today with the 

skills they need to be effective employees tomorrow. 

The University receives and values important feedback from all participants in the 

Careers Day programme in the various fields of industry, the oil business, 

banking, communication services and numerous others. This day yields great 

benefits for both our students and the community. One such benefit is to 

highlight the available opportunities in the labour market by all effective sectors in 

the Kingdom of Bahrain in one area and under one ceiling. The second advantage 

is manifested by allowing students to gain real experience to interact with the 

companies and employers through the services provided by the Careers Counseling 

Office which offers continuous training workshops and courses to prepare 

students to enter the world of business smoothly and easily. In addition, 

representatives from companies and different sectors will introduce themselves to 

the new batch of graduates.

MESSAGE FROM UNIVERSITY OF BAHRAIN PRESIDENT 

We are very proud that many of our students are employed during interviews at this event. This is a great 

opportunity in the light of the high competitiveness in the labour market. With the increasing number of graduates 

in the Kingdom and outside, we are also proud to see that many companies prefer to employ our graduates as 

opposed to those from outside. This gives us an indication that the University of Bahrain has efficiently 

implemented successful academic programs and that it has built a strategic partnership with the labour market by 

predicting its needs and developmental visions. 

As I said earlier the University of Bahrain has been holding this event for thirteen consecutive years in order to 

maintain continuous relations with the community. It opens avenues for our dear students to familiarize 

themselves with the labour market requirements and opportunities available within. In addition, it strengthens 

the close ties with employers and officials in the various sectors of the labour market. 

The University of Bahrain is proud to be a partner in achieving the goals of our national Vision 2030. As a major 

element of our strategic plan we have made a commitment to enhancing the quality of teaching and learning as we 

prepare our graduates for Bahrain‘s workplace of the twenty-first century. 

As we welcome you to the thirteenth Annual Careers Day at the University of Bahrain, I would like to thank you for 

your interest and efforts on behalf of our students. We apologize to companies and institutes which expressed their 

willingness to participate but due to limited space we could not accommodate them this year but hopefully we will 

see them at future events. 

I further wish to congratulate the Careers Counseling Office under the guidance of Vice President for 

Community Services, Professor Ali Mansour Al-Shehab, all the staff , students and volunteers who have worked 

tirelessly to make this event so successful. I also call upon all our dear students to seize this opportunity to avail 

of this event that brings the labour market to the grounds of the University of Bahrain. 

Dr Ebrahim Mohammad Janahi 

University of Bahrain President

Dear students 

MESSAGE FROM VP FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE & ALUMNI AFFAIRS 

It gives me a great pleasure to welcome you to the Career Day 13, the University of 

Bahrain‘s most successful event that annually receives attention and care of all 

students and University of Bahrain‘s president Dr. Ebrahim Mohammed Ahmed 

Janahi, who patrons the event. 

This event, which I consider as students‘ best job source and generator, would not 

have been possible without effort and planning by our work committee which 

comprises staff and students. I hereby urge all to benefit from this opportunity 

that is brought forward the biggest employers in the country on one floor. 

We are really proud to have organized this event for more than a decade 

consecutively. The event is a successful step towards achieving our aim which is to 

create a strong connection between students' ambitions and employers' needs. I 

hope the highest benefit for all and the very best of luck for our students. 

Best regards, 

Professor Dr. Ali Mansour Nasr Al Shahab 

Vice President for Community Services and Alumni Affairs 

Prof. Dr. Ali Mansour Al Shehab 

V P for Community Service & 

Alumni Affairs

MESSAGE FROM BATELCO CHIEF EXECUTIVE BAHRAIN 

Batelco is very pleased to offer its support to the University of Bahrain for its 

annual Career Day, now in its 13th year. We are honoured to have been a major 

participant at this UoB special event for many years as it links in with Batelco‘s 

commitment to assist Bahraini students as they strive to establish their careers. 

I believe Career Day is an invaluable event that provides the perfect opportunity for 

university students to find out more about career opportunities in the 

telecommunications industry as well as the wider job market. 

As always, Batelco will host a very big stand at Career Day and a number of our 

staff who are experts in their fields will be available at the stand to meet with 

students and give them an insight into the very wide variety of careers on offer at 

Batelco. Representatives from our HR team will also be on hand to give advice on 

the required academic qualifications and guidance about how to apply for careers 

at Batelco. 

Seeking employment is a challenging task these days and the advice and support 

offered by those who are already in established careers can be very helpful and 

encouraging. Always remember that every new career starts with some simple 

steps. 

We are truly delighted to note that our annual support has helped many young 

people from UoB to enter into the job market with confidence. UoB deserves a huge 

vote of thanks for organising the annual Career Day and we appreciate the 

opportunity to be part of this great initiative. 

Rashid Abdulla 

Batelco Chief Executive Bahrain 

Rashid Abdulla 

Batelco Chief Executive Bahrain

MESSAGE FROM DIRECTOR OF CAREER COUNSELLING OFFICE 

While planning and anticipating an event like this for a long 

time, You will only have one chance to make a great first 

impression. So our dear graduating student research the 

companies, fine-tune your resume, dress for the job, ask great 

questions. Nothing impresses an employer more than genuine 

interests and enthusiasm about the company. 

As this careers Day 13 is definitely useful to graduating students 

looking to make job contacts and full-time positions. UoB 

careers day 13 is also an opportunity to talk to real world 

recruiters as you network. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors 

will find a wealth of information on career-related experiences 

and issues. 

Our thanks extended to UoB President, VP for Community 

Service & Alumni Affairs for the patronage & support of this 

event. Our deep appreciations goes to sponsors & participants 

of Careers Day 13. 

Nael Mahmood Al Anais 


(Head of Organizing Committee) 

Good Luck and make the best of Careers Day 13. 

Nael Al-Anais 


(Head of Organizing Committee)

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE MESSAGE 

Dear students This is your chance to talk with representatives of various 

employers and ask questions, and possibly exchange information, so try to make a 

good impression to approach employers in a limited amount of time. 

And so, here comes the role of the Career Counselling office (CCO) team who 

organized this exhibition and offers students and graduates advice and tips to 

help them with job search and career survey. 

CCO has developed particular areas of expertise and will help students and 

graduates think carefully about their specific career choices. CCO is also available 

to those who need help focusing on where to start their searches, how to integrate 

academic interests with career interests, and when to begin the process. 

At the end a counselor can help you steer your interests and goals into a realistic 

and fulfilling career choice. 

Good Luck 

Careers Day 13 Organizing Committee

Floor Plan

Companies on the Floor 

Company Name 

Stand no. 

Platinum Class 

Bahrain Telecommunications Company (Batelco) 1 

Gold Class 

Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (GPIC) 2 

Bahrain Petroleum Company (Bapco) 5 

Silver Class 

Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo W.L.L. 3 

PricewaterhouseCoopers 4 

Ernst & Young 6 

Unilever 7 

Y.K. Al-Moayyed & Sons 8 

Civil Service Bureau 9 

BDO 10 

Standard Chartered Bank 11 

KPMG Fakhro 12 

Tamkeen 13 

Mondelez International 14 

Crowne Plaza Hotel 15 

Media Sponsor 

Al Ayam Publishing 42 

Company Name 

Bronze Class 

Stand no. 

Nestle Bahrain Trading W.L.L. 16 

Ministry of Education 17 

Midal Cables Ltd 18 

Education USA 19 

Olayan Kimberly-Clark 20 

Gulf Aluminium Rolling Mill Co. 21 

Tatweer Petroleum 22 

Deloitte 23 

Yokogawa Middle East 24 

Al Atheer Audit & Consulting 25 

BMMI 26 

Bahrain Development Bank 27 

Gulftalent.com 28 

HSBC Bank Middle East Limited 29 

Bahrain Credit 30 

Atkins 31 

Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard co. 32 

Ebrahim Khalil Kanoo 33 

Solidarity General Takaful 34 

Schlumberger Overseas S.A 35 

Bahrain Duty Free 36 

Abdulaal Gulf Audit 37 

Prince Events Management 38 

Bahrain National Holding 39 

Ministry of Labour - Employment Service Bureau 40 

Bahrain Society of Engineers 41

Bahrain Telecommunications Company (Batelco) 

About Batelco 

Platinum Sponsor 

œP.O.BOX: 14, Manama 

Kingdom of Bahrain 

Tel: +973 17884499 

Fax: +973 17611776 

Website: www.batelco.com 

Batelco Group, listed on the Bahrain Bourse, is the leading integrated communications‘ 

provider in the Kingdom of Bahrain and a company of reference among the region‘s key 

telecommunications players for innovation and customer experience. 

Batelco serves both the corporate and consumer markets in the most liberalised and 

competitive environment in the Middle East region. It delivers cutting-edge fixed and 

wireless telecommunications services to its customers in Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, 

Jordan, Yemen and Egypt. 

The Batelco Group of companies offers end-to-end telecommunications solutions for its 

residential, business and government customers in Bahrain on Next Generation, all IP fixed 

and 3.75G wireless networks, MPLS based regional data solutions and, GSM mobile and 

WiMax broadband services across the countries in which it operates.

Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (GPIC) 

Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (GPIC) was established in December 1979 as a joint 

venture between three GCC member states for the manufacture of fertilizers and 

petrochemicals. The joint venture is equally owned by the Government of the Kingdom of 

Bahrain, Saudi Basic Industries Corporation, and Petrochemical Industries Company, Kuwait. 

GPIC uses natural gas, which is readily available in Bahrain, as a feedstock for the production 

of 1,200 metric tonnes of Ammonia, 1,700 metric tonnes of Urea and 1,200 metric tonnes of 

Methanol, totalling 1.4 million tonnes each year. In addition to the production plants, the GPIC 

Complex, which was built in Sitra on a reclaimed area of 600,000 square metres, comprises 

utilities plants, maintenance workshops, offices, stores and laboratories. 

Gold Sponsor 

œP.O.BOX: 26730 Manama, 


Tel: +973 17731777 

Fax: +973 17731047 

Website: www.gpic.com 

E-mail: gpic@gpic.com 

GPIC considers itself a role model in the protection of the environment and was the first 

industrial company to use practical demonstration project to verify the environmental 

credentials of its operations. A fish farm, a bird sanctuary, palm tree plantations and a herb 

garden have all been established at the GPIC site. GPIC was also the first Company in the 

Kingdom of Bahrain to allocate prizes for environmental research in secondary schools, in 

addition to organizing environmental awareness lectures for students of primary and 

intermediate schools. 

GPIC is considered a model example of Gulf integration and the success of the Company could 

not have been possible without the strong support enjoyed from His Majesty King Hamad bin 

Isa Al Khalifa, King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman 

Al Khalifa, Prime Minister and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown 

Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander. The wise directives of the Board of Directors led by 

H.E. Shaikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa have had a significant impact upon making these outstanding 

achievements. 

There is no doubt that the tremendous efforts made by the executive management and all the 

employees have contributed to maintaining this momentum and growth which augurs well for 

the future of the Company and its continuous success on all levels.

The Bahrain Petroleum Company (BAPCO) 

BAPCO, wholly owned by the Government of Bahrain, is engaged in the oil industry 

Including refining, distribution of petroleum products and natural gas, sales and exports of 

crude oil and refined products. 

The company owns a 260,000 barrel-a-day refinery, storage facilities for more than 14 million 

barrels, a marketing terminal, and a marine terminal for its petroleum products. Ninety-five per 

cent of refined products are exports. 

BAPCO‘s prime customers for crude oil and refined products are based in the Middle East, 

India, the Far East, South East Asia and Africa. 

Gold Sponsor 

BAPCO exports crude oil to world markets and sells petroleum products locally and 

internationally. It also supplies and sells aviation fuel at the Bahrain International 

Airport through its affiliate, The Bahrain Aviation Fueling Company (BAFCO), in which the 

company is a 60% shareholder. 

The company also provides the full requirements of natural gas to the power generating plants 

and other industries in the country. 

BAPCO is pressing ahead with its ambitious human resource management programme to 

ensure that the skills of its workforce match the technological and business demands of this 

new millennium. In addition, its scholarship and sponsorship programmes support more than 

300 students in higher education in Bahrain and abroad. 

P.O.BOX: 25555 Awali, 


Tel.: +973 17704040 

Fax: +973 17704070 

Website: www.bapco.net 

E-mail: info@bapco.net 

Protection of the environment continues to be a major focus of the company‘s policy. In line 

with best practice, BAPCO has created an EHS policy that integrates the functions of 

Occupational Health, Industrial Safety and Environment. A founder member of the Regional 

Clean Sea Organization (RECSO), the company remains at the forefront of technical expertise in 

oil spill response. A clearly set out policy, a range of protective clothing and equipment, full 

training and strict monitoring form BAPCO‘s ongoing commitment to the prevention and control 

of accidents and emergencies. The company has worked up to 12 million employee-hours 

without lost-time accident.

Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo 

Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo group of companies, is one of the largest family owned Business 

Conglomerates in the Arabian Gulf. Since its formation in 1890 as a trading company by Hajji 

Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo, the group has achieved consistent growth. 

Today, Kanoo is a leading business name, its progress directed by family members in all the 

countries in which it operates across the region, supported be a multi-disciplined and multinational 

management and staff. Kanoo remains at the forefront in embracing modern 

management techniques and utilization of cutting edge information technology solutions. Great 

emphasis has always been placed on consistent quality and implementation of ISO 9000 

Quality management System has assisted the Company to deliver the highest levels of customer 

satisfaction. 

Silver Sponsor 

P.O.BOX : 45 Manama, 


Tel: +973 17220220 

Fax: +973 17229122 

Website: www.kanoo.com 

E-mail: Kanoobah@batelco.com.bh 

Diversification has been, and continues to be, one of the key elements underlying Kanoo‘s 

successful growth. From its Shipping, General Trading, property and Travel base, the company 

has branched out into Machinery Sales and Service, Power & Industrial Projects, Oilfield & Gas 

Services, Chemicals, Retail, Security System, Procurement Services, Insurance, Cargo Freight 

Forwarding and Joint Venture partnerships in many specialized fields, in association with 

many of the world‘s leading companies in manufacturing, services and industrial products. 

The Kanoo group of companies, through its strength and experience, is confident of its ability to 

meet the exciting challenges and opportunities, which will arise in this moat dynamic of 

regional economies. Its financial reputation and strength enjoys international renown.

PricewaterhouseCoopers 




Tel: +973 17118800 

Fax: +973 17540556 

Website: www.pwc.com/middle-east 

E-mail: pwc.bahrain@bh.pwc.com 

A career with PricewaterhouseCoopers is a journey of continued development which benefits 

our people, our clients, our firm and our community 

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is the number 1 professional services firm in the world with a 

network of more than 180,000 people in 158 countries. In the Middle East, we are the fastest 

growing professional services firm consisting of more than 2,500 people, operating in 23 offices 

and across 13 jurisdictions in the region. 

We recruit some of the highest caliber people across the world; Bahrain and the Middle East are 

no exception. Typically, we attract and grow talented people who have excelled in their 

academic and student life, that are energetic, ambitious, willing to embrace change and are 

always ready for a challenge. 

PwC works seamlessly across geographical borders to develop fresh perspectives and provide 

practical advice. We innovate and develop some of the leading and ground breaking approaches 

to help clients solve complex business opportunities. PwC provides industry-focused assurance, 

tax and advisory services to build public trust and enhance value for our clients and 

stakeholders 

Your career in the Middle East would typically focus on one of the following main business 

areas: 

Assurance and Audit services 

• Consulting • Deals • Risk • Tax 

Engaging with a wide range of clients also enables opportunities for international assignments. 

Most people know PwC as one of the world's most respected professional services firm. Join us 

and you will quickly find out why. You'll learn that we are less about corporate hierarchies and 

more about building meaningful relationships with our clients, with each other, and with the 

communities in which we live and work. 

It would be inconceivable to think of PwC without thinking of our people – come and meet some 

of them at our stand in the main hall. 

Explore the PwC website (www.pwc.com/middle-east) to discover what differentiates PwC 

from the crowd. Find out more about PwC and read about some of our experiences.

Ernst & Young 

Bahrain 

―Ernst & Young is the trusted business adviser that contributes most to the success of its 

people and clients by creating value and confidence.‖ 

Ernst & Young is the largest professional services firm in the Kingdom of Bahrain with over 350 

professional staff. Our first office was opened in Bahrain in 1928. The Kingdom has a long 

history of being the major commercial and trading base of the region. The Bahrain office has 

continued to grow and meet the needs of many businesses with particular strength in the 

banking and insurance sectors. 

Middle East 


P.O.BOX: 140 Manama, 


Tel: +973 17535455 

Fax: +973 17535405 

Website: www.ey.com/me 

Ernst & Young has been operating in the region as an independent Middle East partnership of 

professional accountants for over 85 years. During this time the firm has evolved to meet the 

developments within the area and today our clients are served out of 23 offices in 17 countries. 

The Middle East practice, unlike many other accounting firms, is a single entity – legally, 

financially and operationally and a founder member of Ernst & Young Global. The Middle East 

Practice is represented in all major International Technical Committees of the firm, such as: 

• Auditing, Technical and Training 

• Banking 

• Oil & Gas and Extractive Industries 

• International Tax 

• Business Advisory, and 

• Manufacturing/High Technology 

One hundred and thirty five Partners are resident in the Middle East and total staff comprises 

of approximately 3,800 professionals.

UNILEVER 


P.O.BOX: 17055 

Tel.: +971 4 805 8444 

Website: www.unilever.ae 

E-mail: 

ES.HRServicesKSAGulf@unilever.com 

On any given day, two billion people use Unilever products to look good, feel good and get 

more out of life. 

Life partners 

With more than 400 brands focused on health and wellbeing, no company touches so many 

people‘s lives in so many different ways. Our portfolio ranges from nutritionally balanced foods 

to indulgent ice creams, affordable soaps, luxurious shampoos and everyday household care 

products. We produce world-leading brands including Lipton, Knur, Dove, Axe, Hellmann‘s and 

Omo. 

Responsible business 

In 2010 we launched the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan – a set of targets designed to help us 

deliver our objective of growing our business while minimizing our impact on the environment. 

Impact & innovation 

We realize innovation is a key to our progress, and through cutting-edge science we‘re 

constantly enhancing our brands, improving their nutritional properties, taste, fragrance, or 

functionality. We invest nearly €1 billion every year in research and development, and have 

established laboratories around the world where our scientists explore new thinking and 

techniques, applying their expertise to our products. Consumer research plays a vital role in 

this process. 

Business facts and figures 

• Our products are sold in more than 180 countries. 

• We operate in 11 product areas – and are global leaders in seven of them. 

• Brands like Dove, Lux, Pond's and Rexona have made us global leaders in the deodorant and 

skin care markets – where our sales grew 7.9% in 2010. 

• Lipton's and Brooke Bond, Ben & Jerry's and Heartbrand are among the brands that have 

made us global leaders in the ice cream and beverage markets – where volume grew 5.9% in 

2010. 

• More than 167,000 people work for Unilever. 

• Our Sustainable Living Plan, launched in 2010, is helping more than a billion people take 

action to improve their health and well-being.

Y.K. Almoayyed & Sons 




Tel: +973 17211211 

Fax: +973 17210220 

Website: www.almoayyed.com.bh 

E-mail: 

almoayyed@almoayyed.com.bh 

As a leading company Y.K. Almoayyed & Sons (Group of Companies), tends to provide their 

customers with the best products and services that add quality to their life. As strong believers 

in Customers Comes First principle, providing their customers with a variety of choices from 

international leading brands that fulfill the needs of individuals as well as corporate customers. 

Our Product Categories include: 

Consumer Electronics & Household Appliances. 

• Automobile & Commercial Vehicles. 

• Technical Services & Engineering. 

• Sanitary Ware & Building Materials. 

• Furniture & Office Furnishing. 

• Interior Designing. 

• Real Estate. 

• Information Technology. 

• Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) 

Distribution. 

• Perfumes & Cosmetics. 

• Consumer & Business Imaging. 

• Medical Technologies Support. 

• Lifts & Escalators. 

• Contracting and Air Conditioning 

Such international Leading Brands are Nissan, Infiniti, Ford, Lincoln, Renault, Sony, Toshiba, 

Kodak, Bose, Komatsu and York etc., allowing the customer to be the person with choice. 

We strongly believe that our employees are our most important asset. With employee‘s strength 

of more than 5,000, the YKA team comprises of dedicated professionals from different ethnic 

backgrounds. 

The major thrust of HRD is to be a partner in progress with YKA Group by providing good 

managerial practices, standards as well as working solutions to foster a positive work culture 

and environment for all its employees. 

Our major focus is Career Development, Training and Development, Performance Management, 

Bahrainiazation and commitment to practice the innovations and changes in the international 

HR field. 

YK Almoayyed Group believes that ―Change is the challenge for ideal tomorrow and changes are 

brought by the employees‖. 

Join us and let us together build YKA, a company that you will be proud to work for.

Civil Service Bureau 


P.O.BOX: 1066, Jufair 


Tel: +973 17364444 

Fax: +973 1728506 

Website: www.csb.gov.bh 

E-mail: media@csb.gov.bh 

The Civil Service Bureau (CSB) was established in the Kingdom of Bahrain back in 1975 as an 

independent government entity under the jurisdiction of the Cabinet Affairs with the sole 

mission of supervising recruitment and human capital in all government entities. 

The core mission of the Civil Service Bureau is ‗to develop the public sector by enhancing 

productivity and enshrining equality‘. 

Ministers and government entities in the Kingdom of Bahrain are governed by the policies and 

procedures set by the CSB; ensuring that all public sector bodies follow the overall civil service 

policy. 

One of the key mandates of the Bureau is to supervise, through a centralized system, public 

sector employee affairs through a series of strategic approaches including constant supervisory 

and consulting services along with a thorough management audit. 

Research and development plays a vital part and is a key factor to the medium and long-term 

strategy of the Civil Service Bureau. One of the pillars of success for CSB is to research and 

study all related draft laws, proposed regulations, policies and procedures ensuring that the 

necessary recommendations are suggested prior to any approval or change. The Bureau also 

proposes changes or enhancements to public policies and strategies related to civil service. 

On the other hand, CSB also implements new policies and amendments to the civil service law 

accomplished through a detailed management audit system. The management audit monitors 

the implementation of the civil service law and issues regular reports to the concerned bodies. 

Moreover, the Civil Service Bureau is also responsible for studying and re-evaluating the 

organizational charts for all government entities including job descriptions and roles and 

responsibilities. A complete study and recommendation is then handed over to the legal team 

for execution. 

The CSB is also responsible for centralizing and managing all recruitment announcements, 

process, examination, and selection process. 

Training is also another key mandate – the CSB believes that education and vocational training 

is a pillar of success in terms of enhancing employee skills and developing productivity. A 

training program and strategy is deployed by the CSB based on the requirement of each 

government entity.

BDO 

BDO Public Accountants is one of the leading accounting and advisory services Firms in 

Bahrain. The Firm has concentrated its efforts on maintaining a high standard of professional 

competence and service, and has succeeded in attracting major companies and projects to its 

client base and portfolio respectively. 

BDO in Bahrain is a local provision with an international mission that strives to offer its 

trainees the very best professional training. 




Tel: +973 17530077 

Fax: +97317530088 

Website: www.bdo.bh 

E-mail: info@bdo.bh 

Highly acclaimed for our auditing practice, we are a member firm of BDO International, the 

world's fifth largest multinational professional services organization serving global and national 

organizations with more than 1,204 offices in 138 countries and employs over 54,933 partners 

and staff. BDO in Bahrain serves 1,000+ clients; we pride ourselves on being big enough to 

matter, yet small enough to value our clients as people rather than commercial opportunities. 

Our People 

BDO takes pride in hiring and developing people with exceptional skills and talent. The nature 

of our market makes it essential that we recruit individuals with impact; the kind of people who 

will make a difference the moment they arrive, flourishing under our core values. 

Working at BDO 

Your professional development is determined by following your own road map and developing 

your own talents. In order to do so, you should choose an employer with the right fit, an 

organization that suits your approach and working needs. 

Choosing BDO means choosing a different and exciting career path. The personal and 

professional developments of our employees are central focus points in our company; we give 

them the training and development they need to provide exceptional client service. 

Working at BDO means experiencing the advantages of a local and open working environment, 

combined with the advantages of working for a professional organization with an international 

network and scope. BDO provide good advancement opportunities and employment terms.

Standard Chartered Bank 

Standard Chartered – leading the way in Asia, Africa and the Middle East 

Standard Chartered Bank is the first bank in Bahrain, having started in 1920 and played a 

pivotal role in establishing Bahrain as a key financial centre. In its 91th year, the Bank enjoys 

the position of having the most extensive branch network amongst foreign international banks 

in Bahrain with 7 branches. 




Tel: +973 17223636 

Fax: +973 17150678 

Website: 

www.standardchartered.com.bh 

In Bahrain, we are one of the leading banks, offering an extensive range of products and 

services for personal customers, local companies, multinational corporate and financial 

institutions. Our main objective is to offer outstanding value to our customers by providing a 

knowledgeable, efficient and reliable service in a personal, helpful and responsive manner. 

Central to this service philosophy is the professional consultative approach we take with each 

customer. By getting to know them better, we can identify their needs and match them with 

quality products which suit them best. 

Standard Chartered is a leading international banking group. It has operated for over 150 years 

in some of the world's most dynamic markets and earns more than 90 per cent of its income 

and profits in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. This geographic focus and commitment to 

developing deep relationships with clients and customers has driven the Bank‘s growth in 

recent years. Standard Chartered PLC is listed on the London and Hong Kong stock exchanges 

as well as the Bombay and National Stock Exchanges in India. 

With 1,700 offices in 70 markets, the Group offers exciting and challenging international career 

opportunities for around 85,000 staff. It is committed to building a sustainable business over 

the long term and is trusted worldwide for upholding high standards of corporate governance, 

social responsibility, environmental protection and employee diversity. Standard Chartered‘s 

heritage and values are expressed in its brand promise, ‗Here for good‘.

KPMG Fakhro 

KPMG Fakhro is a member firm of KPMG International, a global network of leading professional 

firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We operate in 152 countries and have 

145,000 people working in member firms around the world. KPMG in Bahrain is the hub of our 

Middle East and South Asia practice, serving numerous industries, including Financial 

Services, Energy, and Infrastructure, Healthcare and Government. With 9 partners and more 

than 250 professional staff, we are one of the largest professional services firms in Bahrain. 

Our reputation and performance are entirely dependent on our people and driven by our core 

values: 




Tel: +973 17224807 

Fax: +973 17919621 

Website: www.kpmg.com.bh 

• We lead by example 

• We work together 

• We respect the Individual 

• We seek the facts and provide insight 

• We are open and honest in our communication 

• We are committed to our communities 

• Above all, we act with integrity 

KPMG is committed to being recognized as an Employer of Choice. We invest heavily in our 

employees‘ professional development under the patronage of the Jassim Fakhro People 

Development Fund. We also were recently awarded Platinum approved employer level status 

certificate from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, the global body for 

professional accountants. We encourage our professionals to become members of global 

professional organization such as The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and 

Wales, The Institute of Chartered Accountants in India or the U.S. CPA. 

KPMG is also committed to the communities in which we work and encourage employees to 

participate in firm-sponsored Corporate Social Responsibility programs as well as other KPMG 

sponsored community activities. 

If you would like to be part of a leading Big Four firm that is committed to your future 

and the future of our community, then meet us at the University of Bahrain Careers Day.

Tamkeen 

P.O.BOX : 18131, 


Tel: +973 17383326 – 

+973 17383327 

Fax: +973 17382352 

E-Mail: support@tamkeen.bh 

Website : www.tamkeen.bh 

About Tamkeen 

Tamkeen is a semi-autonomous yet independent authority which formulates strategic and 

operational plans to use the fees collected by the LMRA in order to enhance the overall 

prosperity of Bahrain by investing in Bahraini employability, job creation, and social support. 

Tamkeen’s main objectives are to support Bahrainis to become the employees of choice, and 

to support high quality private sector job creation and helping the private sector cope with the 

impact of labour market reform. 

To achieve these objectives, Tamkeen will invest in the cost and quality competitiveness of 

Bahrainis (e.g., reduction of cost of employing Bahrainis relative to expatriates, investment in 

skill and attitude improvement programmes of Bahrainis) and tackle employment barriers on 

both employer and new market entrants sides through a combination of financial incentives 

and capability building; and in supporting the private 

sector's adjustment to new cost structures by providing access to capital to alleviate short-term 

cash constraints or improve productivity, and in know-how initiatives that support 

improvements in productivity and decreased reliance on expatriate labour through spreading 

management and technical knowledge. 

Tamkeen has invested more than BD 140 million in more than 70 projects that targeted more 

than 50,000 Bahraini nationals and organisations. 

The development of programmes is continuing as Tamkeen‘s strategy to increase the number of 

beneficiaries on an ongoing basis, which reflects the kingdom's economic development in 

general. 

For more information about our programmes, please call: 

Marketing Communication department 

Tamkeen 

http://www.facebook.com/TamkeenBahrain 

http://twitter.com/TamkeenBahrain 

http://www.youtube.com/TamkeenBahrain

Mondelēz International 

Mondelēz International 

Mondelēz International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MDLZ) is a world leader in chocolate, biscuits, gum, 

candy, coffee and powdered beverages. The company comprises the global snacking and food 

brands of the former Kraft Foods Inc. following the spin-off of its North American grocery 

operations in Oct. 2012. Mondelēz International‘s portfolio includes several billion-dollar 

brands such as Cadbury and Milka chocolate, Jacobs coffee, LU, Nabisco and Oreo biscuits, 

Tang powdered beverages and Trident gums. Mondelēz International has annual revenue of 

approximately $36 billion and operations in more than 80 countries. Visit 

www.mondelezinternational.com and www.facebook.com/mondelezinternational. 

Operations in Bahrain 


P.O.BOX: 21701 

Tel.: +973 17464555 

Fax: +973 17464576 

Website: 

www.mondelezinternational.com 

The Bahrain manufacturing facility is part of the global organization and is a strategically 

important operation. The company officially opened the $40m state-of-the-art Manufacturing & 

Logistics facility at Bahrain International investment Park (BIIP) Bahrain, on April 15th, 2008. 

The plant is undoubtedly one of the most advanced food manufacturing facilities in the region. 

Significant investments have been made in expanding the plant in the last five years and today 

employs close to 250 highly talented professionals from 14 countries. 

As one of the largest food and beverage plants in the Middle East, the facility processes Kraft 

cheese and produces Tang for the GCC & North Africa Region. 

People 

One of the fundamentals of our global corporate strategy is to unleash the power of our people. 

We manage this through performance driven, values led mindset and demonstrating 

unquestioned integrity in everything we do. If you are committed to working in an organization 

that offers a career and not a job, we are excited to meet you!

Crowne Plaza Bahrain 

Welcome to Crowne Plaza Bahrain, located in the most central area of Manama in the main 

business district, and just 10 minutes from Bahrain International Airport. Crowne Plaza 

Bahrain has earned itself a renowned reputation for providing an exceptionally warm and 

friendly service to all guests. 

Crowne Plaza Bahrain is truly one of Bahrain‘s most established and well known hotels, and is 

certainly a venue for all occasions with its wide choice of 6 restaurants, and the adjoining 


Bahrain Conference Center, the second largest venue in Bahrain, catering for 8 to 1700 people. 

Making it simply the best place to hold your meeting or special event. 



Tel: +973 17531122 

Fax: +973 17530154 

Website: www.cp-bahrain.com

Nestle Bahrain Trading 

Nestlé constitutes approximately 250,000 employees, made up of 100 different nationalities; 

working at Nestlé can offer you the opportunity of an exciting international career. 

Whether your expertise is in marketing, administration, finance or molecular biology, as a 

leading global food and beverage company Nestlé requires talented individuals from many 

different walks of life. And for those of you who are just starting your journey, you can read 

more about our intern and graduate schemes. 

Bronze Sponsor 

As a Nestlé employee you will be privileged to work as part of a global team with good working 

conditions and the opportunity for continuous development and training. In return, you are 

expected to work according to the company‘s longstanding corporate business principles of 

Dynamism, realism, pragmatism, hard work, honesty and trustworthiness. 



Tel: +973 17810910 

Fax: +973 17825399 

Website: www.nestle.com 

E-mail: careers@bh.nestle.com 

Nestlé understands that people are the center of our success. If you feel that you have the 

qualities required to add value to the Nestlé Group, to help us move forward toward the future 

as the leading Nutrition, Health and Wellness Company then we would like to hear from you.

Ministry of Education 

Ministry of Education is one of the largest government ministries, and has about 21523 

employees, which includes both academic and administrative staff. The Ministry consists of 

twenty-eight directories. It has 207 primary, intermediate and secondary schools. 

The total number of students (50249 boys and 77393 girls) based on 2012/2013 statistics. 




Tel: +973 17278999 

Fax: +973 17231681 

Website: www.education.gov.bh 

Email: mepe.wij@moe.gov.bh

Midal Cables 

Midal Spans the Globe …… 

Whether with Aluminium or Aluminium alloy rods, wires or overhead conductors, Midal Cables 

manufactures to high quality specifications for demanding clients across the world. 

Midal Cables is one of Bahrain's foremost privately owned companies, dedicated to contributing 

to the economy of Bahrain, while promoting a national skilled work force within the company. 

Over 30 years, Midal Cables has firmly established itself as an industry leader and is one of the 

few companies in the world capable of producing several types of alloy rods 




Tel: +973 17832832 

Fax: +973 17832932 

Website: www.midalcable.com 

E-mail: midalcbl@midalcable.com 

Exporting its Award winning products not only across the Middle East but throughout the 

globe, Midal has built up a reputation of quality and reliability in the marketplace worldwide. 

Currently manufacturing over 150,000 metric tonnes per annum, Midal exports virtually its 

entire product range throughout the U.S., Europe, Middle East, Asia, Africa, Australia and New 

Zealand. 

With its integrated management systems (IMS) certified to ISO 9001 :2000 (International 

Quality Management System Award), OHSAS 18001 :1999 safety standard and ISO 14001 

:2004 (International Environmental Management System Award), Midal has been 

internationally recognised for its assured commitment to quality, health, safety and 

environmental protection. 

For high quality aluminium and alloy rods, wires or complete range of bare conductor 

requirements - MIDAL is the name to trust.

Education USA 

YOU CAN STUDY IN THE USA 

Quality. Choice. Value. Education… beyond the classroom. 

The Educational Advising Center at the U.S. Embassy in Manama offers a wide range of 

information and services to assist Bahrainis pursuing higher education opportunities in the 

United States. The Center is staffed by a full-time Educational Advisor who is available to 

schedule both group and individual consultations. The Educational Advisor can assist 

students to research potential universities or colleges, search for financial aid opportunities, 

learn more about applying for a student visa, and other related activities. If you are interested 

in studying in the United States, please contact the Educational advisor today to schedule your 

personalized consultation. 

P.O Box: 


26431, Manama, 


Tel.: +973 17242700 

Fax: +973 17270547 

Website: 

http://bahrain.usembassy.gov/ 

Email: manamaPAO@state.gov 

Resources at the Educational Advising Center include: 

• Resources on education in the United States and the American educational system, public 

and private including Academic Honor Codes. 

• A reference library for study in the U.S.A. 

• A collection of college and university catalogs 

• Materials regarding admission tests 

• Accreditation: what it is, why it matters and how you can identify accredited colleges and 

universities 

• Summer Programs 

• English Language Programs 

• Pre-departure preparation 

• Living in the U.S.A. 

• Financial Aid and scholarships including those sponsored by the U.S. government 

• Applying for a student visa 

Become a ―fan‖ at: 

http://www.facebook.com/AmericanEmbassyManama

Olayan Kimberly-Clark 


P.O.BOX: 33124, 


Tel.: +973 17830688 

Fax: +973 17830175 

E-mail: okchr@kcc.com 

Kimberly-Clark makes the essentials for a better life in categories ranging from diapers and 

toilet paper to facial tissues and personal care. 

Our powerhouse brands hold the number one or two positions in more than 80 countries 

around the world… 

And nearly one-quarter of the world‘s population use our products every day. 

• 57,000 employees worldwide 

• Well-known global brands HUGGIES® KLEENEX® SCOTT® KOTEX® PULL-UPS® DEPEND® 

• Turnover $19.7bn; Operating Profit of $2.1bn; Operating Margin of 12.5% 

• Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with operations in 35 countries, 

• Kimberly-Clark‘s global brands are sold in more than 150 countries. 

• Every day, 1.3 billion people trust Kimberly-Clark's essential products and the solutions they 

provide to make their lives better. 

• KC Celebrates 140th anniversary in 2012! 

Olayan Kimberly-Clark 

―Olayan Kimberly-Clark‖ is a joint Venture Company with two manufacturing facilities in 

Bahrain and Saudi which produces tissue product, Feminine Pads and Kids Diapers. 

Olayan is an important and longstanding strategic partner for K-C in the Arabian Gulf region. 

the Olayan Group describes itself as "a private multinational enterprise comprising 50 

companies and affiliated businesses engaged in distribution, manufacturing, services and 

investment." Its emphasis is on businesses related to Saudi Arabia. In Saudi Arabia, Olayan 

group operate or actively participate in more than 40 companies, often in partnership with 

leading multinationals. Internationally, we are global investors, with emphasis on both public 

and private equities and on fixed income securities. 

The Olayan organization was founded on the principles of hard work, determination, a desire to 

learn and thoughtful business practices. These values made the organization a natural partner 

when Kimberly-Clark began expansion into the Gulf region. 

OKC Products 

Key Brands in the Business

Gulf Aluminium Rolling Mill Company (GARMCO) 

Gulf Aluminium Rolling Mill Company (GARMCO) is a relatively modern rolling mill established 

and based in the Kingdom of Bahrain in 1981. The company is owned by the government 

sectors of Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Iraq. 

The company is mainly specialized in producing high quality rolled aluminium products with 

various sizes and alloys. The plant commenced operation in 1986 with a nominal capacity of 

40,000 metric tones per year of common alloy sheet and coils. This increased to 70,000 tonnes 

by 1990. GARMCO then invested in a second cold-rolling mill and related facilities, resulting in 

the current annual capacity of 125,000 tonnes, our success is reflected in the continuous 

increase in capacity, enrichment of our product range and continued investment in 

downstream facilities and associated offices around the world. A further update of the facilities 

was done in 2004 to raise the capacity to 145,000 tonnes. In 2005 another fine tuning on the 

existing equipment was carried out to reach the currant capacity of 165,000 tonnes. 


P.O.BOX: 20725 


Tel: +973 17731000 

Fax: +973 17730542 

Website: www.garmco.com 

With the Company‘s commitment to support the growing downstream industries in the region, a 

Foil Mill plant of 5,000 metric tonnes per year capacity was constructed and commissioned just 

south of the mill during 1999. The facility has been enhanced and is now producing at the rate 

of 18,000 metric tonnes per year of household foil, semi rigid container stock and fin stock to 

meet the growing demands of the converters in the Middle Eastern market. Options are being 

studied and implemented to increase the capacity of this facility to 40,000 metric tones per 

year. Also GARMCO established itself in 1995 as the benchmark for quality and service 

throughout Australia and New Zealand. 

GARMCO Rolling Ahead Towards a Bright New Future.

Tatweer Petroleum 

In December 2009, Tatweer Petroleum assumed responsibility for the stewardship and 

redevelopment of the Bahrain Field. The Company‘s primary goal is to increase the production 

of oil and the availability of gas to meet the future energy demands of the Kingdom of Bahrain. 


P.O.BOX: 25888, Awali 


Tel: +973 17148000 

Fax: +973 17148001 

Website: www.tatweerpetroleum.com 

E-Mail: info@tatweerpetroleum.com 

Tatweer Petroleum brings together the unique experience, knowledge and expertise of its 

partners. The Bahrain Field Redevelopment Project is a joint venture between NOGA holding, 

Occidental Petroleum Corporation, and Mubadala Development Company. This project was 

officially decreed in law by Royal Decree number 24 on 21 June 2009, entitled ‗The 

Development and Production Sharing Agreement (DPSA)‘ between the joint venture partners. 

The Company utilizes the latest enhanced oil recovery technologies to implement its mission to 

develop the Bahrain Field in order to maximize value for stakeholders, and contribute to the 

growth of Bahrain‘s economy. This will support the vision of Tatweer Petroleum to energize the 

Kingdom‘s economic growth and social prosperity. Tatweer is committed to the highest 

standards of health, safety and environmental protection, and the development of Bahraini 

nationals. With a substantial investment of billions of dollars over the next 20 years, Tatweer 

aims to unlock the potential of the Bahrain Field, tripling oil production and doubling gas 

delivery capacity.

Deloitte 

About Deloitte: 


Deloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, a UK private company 

limited by guarantee, and its network of member firms, each of which is a legally separate and 

independent entity. Please see www.deloitte.com 

Deloitte provides audit, tax, consulting, and financial advisory services to public and private 

clients spanning multiple industries. With a globally connected network of member firms in 

more than 150 countries, Deloitte brings world-class capabilities and high-quality service to 

clients, delivering the insights they need to address their most complex business challenges. 

Deloitte has in the region of 200,000 professionals, all committed to becoming the standard of 

excellence. 

Deloitte's professionals are unified by a collaborative culture that fosters integrity, outstanding 

value to markets and clients, commitment to each other, and strength from cultural diversity. 

They enjoy an environment of continuous learning, challenging experiences, and enriching 

career opportunities. Deloitte's professionals are dedicated to strengthening corporate 

responsibility, building public trust, and making a positive impact in their communities. 

About Deloitte & Touche (M.E.): 



Tel: +973 17214490 

Fax: +97317214550 

Website: www.deloitte.com 

E-mail: dttbahrain@deloitte.com 

Deloitte & Touche (M.E.) is a member firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited (DTTL) and is 

the first Arab professional services firm established in the Middle East region with 

uninterrupted presence for over 85 years. Deloitte is among the region‘s leading professional 

services firms, providing audit, tax, consulting, and financial advisory services through 26 

offices in 15 countries with over 2,500 partners, directors and staff. It is a Tier 1 Tax advisor in 

the GCC region (International Tax Review World Tax 2010, 2011 and 2012 Rankings) and was 

recognized as the 2010 Best Consulting Firm of the Year in the Complinet GCC Compliance 

Awards. In 2011, the firm received the Middle East Training & Development Excellence Award 

by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).

Yokogawa Middle East 

Global Leadership-Local Partnership 

Yokogawa Electric Corporation-Japan, a global leader in Industrial Automation operates 

through 70 companies worldwide employing more than 6000 engineers. The expertise of these 

specialists has made Yokogawa a front-runner in innovation & technology development. 

Yokogawa has established its Middles East Headquarter at Bahrain as Yokogawa Middle East 

B.S.C. (c)-(YME), for easy access to the sales, engineering and service facilities throughout the 

region. YME is the regional headquarters with a multi-cultural professional workforce 

specialized in various functions. 

Yokogawa specializes in providing industrial automation solutions for production processes in: 


• Oil and Gas 

• Chemical, Petrochemical & Refining 

• Power, Water and Utility 

• Pharmaceutical and many other fields. 

Our targeted core business support graduates are the Engineers who belong to one of the 

following fields: 



Tel: +973 17358100 

+973 17358401 

Email: yhda@bh.yokogawa.com 

• Instrumentation 

• Automation and Process control 

• Electrical 

• Electronics 

• Chemical 

Yokogawa provides exciting career opportunities through extensive on-the-job training 

programs for Bahraini graduate engineers who are interested in the field of Process Control 

Instrumentation.

Al Atheer Audit & Consulting 

Founded in early 2008, Alatheer Audit and Consulting (―Alatheer‖ or the ―Firm‖) is a dynamic 

and proactive professional services firm harvested by local and international expertise. The 

well-seasoned management team sets a paradigm to the level of quality and experience attached 

with the delivered service as they possess significant experience in audit and advisory services 

with two of the big audit firms and major banks in the Kingdom of Bahrain. 

Alatheer has within a short timeframe gained the trust of the business community and provided 

its services to a wide range of clients including financial institutions, governmental entities, 

large commercial and non-profit organisations, a testimony that is also reflected by its 

increasing client portfolio. 


Alatheer is currently organized into four lines of services. These are illustrated as follows: 

1. Audit and Assurance; 

2. Business Advisory; 

3. Accounting and Bookkeeping; and 

4. Corporate Support. 

Alatheer team comprises a dedicated team of partners, directors, managers and professional 

staff who have a well recognized professional qualifications mixed with a wide range of 

experience gained from providing professional services to clients throughout the Gulf Region, 

Canada and South East Asia. 



Tel: +973 17382877 

Fax: +973 17382866 

Website: www.alatheer.biz 

E-mail: info@alatheer.com 

The team has provided audit and assurance services to a wide cross section of private and 

government sector clients such that collectively it possesses a large pool of knowledge that can 

be tapped to ensure that the client receives a pro-active and value added services. The team 

also includes specialists who have been actively involved in advising on new business ventures, 

devising complex financial models, valuations, preparing feasibility studies and business plans, 

raising project finance, conducting financial due diligence and providing inward investment 

advice to international investors to the region.

BMMI 


P.O. Box : 828 


Tel: +973 17739444 

Fax: +973 17735111 

Website: www.bmmigroup.com 

Email: l&d@bmmi.com.bh 

BMMI operates across industries, across the Middle East & Africa region and across continents 

distributing food, beverages and household goods, providing end-to-end supply chain solutions, 

and delivering contract-based consumable and non-consumable products to governments, 

NGOs and commercial customers. 

Listed on the Bahrain Stock Exchange, BMMI has an annual turnover in excess of US$ 250 

million. With a multicultural workforce representing more than 34 different nationalities, BMMI 

manages its activities through establishing strategic branches, associates and joint ventures in 

Bahrain, Qatar, Djibouti, Mali, Ghana, Gabon, North and South Sudan, Burkina Faso, Kenya 

and Washington DC. 

The Group‘s core business activities are: 

FMCG and Beverage Distribution 

BMMI is a key player in the distribution, wholesale, and retail of food, beverages and household 

goods, and represents a leading portfolio of renowned global brands. 

Supermarkets 

BMMI owns and operates Alosra Supermarkets in Bahrain, which enjoy a reputation for 

delivering fast and friendly service and for offering fresh, quality products. 

Packaged Meals & Cafés 

The Great Deli Co. is a BMMI subsidiary, which produces ready-to-eat meals including salads, 

sandwiches, wraps and sushi rolls. A spin-off from the brand is The Great Deli Café which 

serves an array of hearty, home-style breakfasts, soups, salads, baguettes, cakes and fresh 

beverages. 

Contract Supply 

BMMI offers a comprehensive range of contract based services (warehousing, distribution and 

shipping) and sourcing and supply options to Government, Defence, and Energy sectors within 

the Middle East and Africa. 

Remote Site and Facilities Management 

Global Sourcing & Supply (GSS) is the remote site and facilities management subsidiary of 

BMMI. GSS caters to industries as diverse as NGOs, Mining, Infrastructure, and Oil & 

Gas, with a focus on temporary structures, facility management, and food & hospitality 

services in both onshore and offshore sectors.

Bahrain Development Bank 

As a specialist Bank, BDB activities are focused on financing and development of small and 

medium enterprises in addition to encouraging & supporting the entrepreneurship activities in 

the Kingdom of Bahrain. 

Working In-line with Bahrain Economic Vision 2030, BDB adopts a dynamic and effective 

strategy for stimulating entrepreneurial activity in implementing its plans for financing & 

advising small and medium enterprises. 

This strategy is in line with the Bank‘s mission of being an active participant in national 

strategy by supporting this sector of the economy. BDB‘s role in this context is especially 

significant given the growing size and contribution of this important segment to domestic 

economic activity. 


SMEs are garnering special status and attention worldwide due to their comparative 

advantage relative to larger enterprises and projects. 

Hence facilitating SMEs development has positive impact on the development of the economy. 

Over the years, BDB has extended its innovative mix of financial & non-financial services to 

reach a large number of entrepreneurs, spread across a broad range of economic sub-sectors, 

including manufacturing, services trade, health, education, fisheries, agriculture, professionals, 

and other value-adding service 

activities. 

P.O Box: 20501, Manama, 


Tel.: +973 17511111 

Fax: +973 17530223 

Website: www.bdb-bh.com 

COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT 

• Small & medium Business Finance 

• Educational & Pilot Training Finance 

• Taxi Finance 

• Business Advisory 

• Fisheries & Agriculture Loans 

• Islamic Finance 

• Venture Capital & Equity Participation

Gulftalent.com 

GulfTalent.com is the Middle East‘s leading online recruitment portal, with a database of over 3 

million professionals covering all sectors and job categories. The company serves as the primary 

source of both local and expatriate talent to the largest employers and recruitment agencies in 

Bahrain and across the region. Headquartered in Dubai, GulfTalent.com covers the six markets 

of Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates. 


P.O Box: 500684, Dubai, UAE 

Tel.: +971 43672084 

Fax: +971 43672782 

Website: www.gulftalent.com

HSBC Bank Middle East Limited 


P.O. Box: 57 Manama 


Tel: +973 17569999 

Fax: +973 17569688 

Website: www.hsbc.com.bh 

About HSBC…. 

HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organizations in the world. HSBC‘s 

international network comprises with over 7,500 offices in 87 countries and territories in 

Europe, the Asia-Pacific, the Americas, the Middle East and Africa. 

HSBC provides a comprehensive range of financial services to more than 95 million customers: 

personal financial services (including consumer finance), commercial banking, corporate, 

investment banking and markets, and private banking 

A principal member of the HSBC Group since 1959, the Bank's unique relationship with the 

Middle East dates back more than a century. Founded in London in 1889, it pioneered banking 

in the region and for decades was the only bank committed to supporting the area. 

Today HSBC provides a wide range of banking services for both corporate and individual 

customers. 

In Bahrain, the HSBC Group is represented by HSBC Bank Middle East Limited, the largest 

and most widely represented international Bank in the Middle East. 

HSBC in Bahrain offers you a full range of Retail Banking products & services such as Current 

and Savings Accounts, Time Deposits, packaged financial products like HSBC Premier and 

Advace Credit Cards, Personal Loans, Auto Loans and Home Loans. You can access our 

products and services through a range of state-of-the-art delivery channels such as our Phone 

Banking services, Personal Internet Banking services, our Branch Network as well as through 

our network of ATMs conveniently situated around Bahrain. 

As a corporate customer you have access to a comprehensive range of products and services 

that address your needs in today's challenging and diverse markets. Our geographical reach 

and proven local expertise enable us deliver reliable, efficient and professional service - how 

you want it, when you want it. Our services include Trade Services, Treasury Services, Global 

Payments and Cash Management, Commercial Cards, Securities Services and much more.

Bahrain Credit 

Bahrain Commercial Facilities Company B.S.C. (BCFC), popularly known as ―Bahrain Credit‖, 

was established on 29 August, 1983 as a closed joint stock company with an authorized capital 

of BD10,000,000, an issued capital of BD5,000,000 and to provide specialist financial services 

to Bahraini citizens. 

Diversifying its business activities in 1989, the Company acquired Honda, Pontiac and GMC 

dealerships in Bahrain. In March 1989, National Motor Company (W.L.L.) was established and 

rights to the above dealerships were transferred to it. In 1996, National Motor Company 

acquired the Cadillac and Chevrolet dealerships. 

In 1993, BCFC became a public shareholding company, the first of its kind in Bahrain. The 

successful flotation of the Company‘s shares in April 1993 increased the authorized capital 

from BD10,000,000 to BD50,000,000, and to BD 66,357,000 in 2009. 




Tel: +973 17786000 

Fax: +973 17786182 

Website: www.bahraincredit.com.bh 

E-mail: 

bcredit@bahraincredit.com.bh 

In 1997, Tas‘heelat Insurance Services Company (W.L.L.) was established to offer new and 

innovative financial services and insurance products. Tas‘heelat Insurance offers a spectrum of 

insurance services under one roof. Tas‘heelat‘s services are not limited to processing insurance 

formalities, it also gives sound advice to clients to obtain the best insurance policies in the 

market. Thanks to its ties with many reputed insurance companies in the country. 

In October 2002, Tas‘heelat Real Estate Services Company (S.P.C.) was established to offer 

customers developed solutions in a promising and flourishing property investment market. 

Since its launch, the Company has been able to acquire considerable experience in the property 

market, representing direct marketing of Company-owned properties and indirect marketing of 

properties owned by third parties. 

BCFC now operates out of four conveniently located branches in various parts of the Kingdom 

of Bahrain to meet the requirements of its esteemed customers. The branches are situated in 

Isa Town, Hamala, Sitra and Muharraq.

Atkins 

Atkins is one of the world's leading engineering and design consultancies, employing some 

17,700 people across the globe, with 2,000 staff located in 11 offices throughout the GCC. It 

has the breadth and depth of expertise to plan, design and enable some of the world's most 

technically challenging and time critical infrastructure projects. 

Atkins is renowned for the expertise, experience and excellence of its people – and professional 

qualifications are at the heart of this reputation. We are actively seeking architecture and 

engineering graduates and we offer unparalleled opportunities for talented individuals in search 

of a rewarding career. Our Graduate Development Programme (GDP) will provide you with all 

the support, training and practical experience you need to develop your career; offering an allencompassing 

approach to developing your skills, knowledge and behaviours. 


Our Bahrain office‘s local portfolio includes landmark projects such as the Bahrain World Trade 

Center, Durrat al Bahrain and the Bahrain National Theatre. Atkins is also a lead consultant in 

assisting Bahrain deliver the National Vision 2030 with our work on the National Planning and 

Development Strategies for the Kingdom. 

Engineers are integral throughout our business and work on a diverse range of projects 

including building design and structural engineering, highways and transport, civil 

infrastructure and marine engineering. 



Tel.: +973 17510400 

Fax: +973 17131252 

Website: 

www.middle-east.atkinsglobal.com 

E-mail: 

office.bahrain@atkinsglobal.com 

Atkins in Bahrain employs around 180 skilled and support staff and the company follows a 

dedicated programme of personal development and training. With over 200 offices worldwide, 

we offer the opportunity for promising candidates to work overseas. 

Atkins is ranked No.53 on the Top 100 Graduate Employers 2012, (The Times, UK), and No.64 

on the UK 300 Graduate Employers List 2012, (The Guardian, UK).

Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard Co. (ASRY) 

In line with the company‘s objective to strengthen ASRY‘s Bahrainisation policy, recruitment of 

Engineers, Technicians, Operators, skilled-workers …etc is based on technical skills 

competency and qualification in different aspects related to marine and general engineering 

fields. ASRY is one of the labor intensive organizations in Bahrain, and provides opportunities 

for employment and contributing positively to the further growth and prosperity Kingdom of 

Bahrain. In order to maximize the efficiency, quality and economic viability of the company, 


ASRY provides professional and intensive in house training programs. 

Moreover, providing 

industrial training to graduates from the University of Bahrain (UOB), Bahrain Training 

Institute (BTI), Technical & General Government Secondary Schools (Ministry of Education), 

and for other workers of major employers in Bahrain. These efforts in encouraging our 



Tel: +973 17671111 

Fax: +973 17670236 

Website: www.asry.net 

employees and students (in Bahrain) for continuous career development and self-learning 

attempt to insure the availability and capability of our workforce in performing the shipbuilding 

& ship repair tasks and duties, and provides quality service to our clients in this rapidly 

changing and growing demands of globalized marketplace.

Ebrahim Khalil Kanoo 




Tel: +973 17671111 

Fax: +973 17670236 

Website: www.asry.net 

At the time of Ebrahim Khalil Kanoo‘s birth in 1920, there were only two cars on the island of 

Bahrain. Within a decade this had increased seventy-fold with the demands of oil exploration, 

despite the ravages of the Great Depression. In the years following World War II, Ebrahim 

established himself as a leading importer of automobiles and parts, securing in 1966 the sole 

authorized distributorship in Bahrain of Toyota automobiles, industrial vehicles and related 

services. 

Today, with more than 50 years of commitment to service excellence, E.K. Kanoo is universally 

acknowledged as one of the island‘s automotive pioneers, developing and exceeding 

expectations in the automotive business. The next generation of the Kanoo family is now fully 

involved in the business and is building their careers, and the business, in the founder‘s 

footsteps. 

However much the world has changed from the humble days of yesteryear, E.K. Kanoo‘s 

traditional courtesy and respect for customers and employees alike are undeniable constant. 

This, and the Group‘s impeccable reputation for trust, will enable it to face the challenges that 

lie ahead. 

Management Say: 

At the Ebrahim K. Kanoo B.S.C.(c), every member of staff is vital to the success of the 

organization. Since its foundation the group has operated an open door policy aimed at 

rewarding initiatives that contribute to excellence in quality service and standards. 

Continuous professional learning & development of employees have been the driving force 

behind the group's growth. Learning and development processes are appropriate mechanisms 

to facilitate the development of a learning culture. The group has made significant leap in 

transforming towards being a learning organization through addressing employee expectations 

and demands for learning. The contribution of this transformation is being realized through the 

development of better customer relations, enhancement of human capital, the creation of 

employee commitment and loyalty and a contribution to organizational sustainability and its 

continuity. 

Establishing the link between business and professional development of its human capital 

assists Ebrahim K. Kanoo to develop innovative solutions and approaches to meet the 

competitive edge of business challenges, further enhancing organizational effectiveness and 

performance.

Solidarity General Takaful 

About Solidarity General Takaful: 

Solidarity General Takaful, a subsidiary of Solidarity Group Holding B.S.C (c) incorporated 

under the laws and regulations of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has the vision to become the 

General Takaful provider of customer choice within the markets it operates in. With an 

authorised capital of $50 million and a paid up capital of $20 million, the company provides a 

wide range of Sharia‘h compliant protection products through high quality customer services 


delivered by well trained and dedicated staff attentive to the needs of individual and corporate 

policyholders. Solidarity General Takaful was named in 2012 for the second time running 

―Bahrain Insurer of the Year‖ and the ―best Takaful Insurer of the Year – MENA region‖ in 2010 

and 2011 at the MENA Insurance Awards Ceremony. 



Tel: +973 17585222 

Fax: +973 17585200 

Website: www.solidarity.com.bh 

For more information on Solidarity General Takaful, please visit the Company‘s website at 

http://www.solidaritygeneral.com

Schlumberger Overseas S.A 


P.O.BOX : 25394 Awali, 


Tel: +973 17756893 

Fax: +973 17754110 

Website: www.slb.com 

About Schlumberger: 

Schlumberger is the world's leading oilfield services company supplying a wide range of high 

technology products and services from formation evaluation through directional drilling, well 

cementing and stimulation, well completions and productivity to consulting, software, 

information management and IT infrastructure services that support core industry operational 

processes. Today, the company employs more than 80,000 people of over 140 nationalities 

working in 100 countries. 

About the Schlumberger service companies: 

D&M - Drilling and Measurements – for directional, drilling measurements, and logging while 

drilling. 

REW – Reservoir Evaluation Wireline – for Open and Cased hole well evaluation and 

characterization. 

WS – Well Services – for well cementing and stimulation. 

WTS – Well Testing Services - Sampling and analyzing reservoir fluids, plus measuring and 

monitoring their flow. 

CPL- Completions - Downhole equipment, monitoring systems and control devices to enable 

safe and efficient hydrocarbon production and increase recovery. 

ATL- Artificial lift - Downhole lift mechanisms, including electric submersible pumps and gaslift 

and monitoring systems, to optimize production. 

WG – Western Geco – for surface seismic data acquisition and processing. 

SIS – Schlumberger Information Solutions – for advanced software systems, information 

management, and IT services. 

DCS – Data and Consulting Services – for expert consulting services and data interpretation. 

IPM – Integrated Project Management – for integrating all oilfield services into one package and 

managing it. 

Majors that are needed at Schlumberger: 

Engineering and applied sciences degrees (Geology and Geophysics). 

Training and Technology: 

Continuous exposure to best in class technology and training/development throughout the 

career.

Bahrain Duty Free 




Tel: +973 17723100 

Fax: +973 17728738 

Website: www.bdutyfree.com 

Email: info@bdutyfree.com 

About Bahrain Duty Free Shop 

Bahrain Duty Free Shop Complex was established in 1990 and is located at Bahrain 

International Airport. Bahrain Duty Free also operates an in- flight service and has a shop 

located at the sea port. 

Our Vision: 

To be truly customer focused travel Retail Company, to be a great place to work and to be the 

premier travel retailer in the Middle East. 

Our Values 

1. Customer Focused – Delivering a service to customers that is simply better. 

2. Responsible - Corporate Social Responsibility 

3. Leadership – Lead by example; honesty and integrity 

4. Change Oriented – Embracing change and continues self-improvement 

5. Working Together – Team spirit & best place to work 

6. Innovation – Try to innovate 

Our Purpose 

To win and keep customers by offering the best of Bahraini hospitality and a simply better 

shopping experience . 

Bahrain Duty Free received many awards and recognitions over the past few years : 

2008/2009 ―Platinum award ―Best Duty Free in Middle East & North Africa‖ at Mena Award in 

Dubai. 

2007 ―Gold Award ―Best Platinum award ―Best Duty Free in Middle East & North Africa‖ at 

Mena Awad in Dubai. 

2007 ―Best Marketing Campaign of the year by a Retailer‖ at frountier Awards in Cannes. 

2006 ―Highly commended ―Airport/Land-Based Retailer for the year‖ at the frountier Awards in 

Cannes. 

2005 ―Airport/Land-Based Retailer for the year‖ at the frountier Awards in Cannes. 

―Best Marketing Campaign of the year by a Retailer‖ at frountier Awards in Cannes. 

2004 ―Best Marketing Campaign of the year by a Retailer‖ at frountier Awards in Cannes. 

2002/2003 ―Highly commended ―Airport/Land-Based Retailer for the year‖ at the 

frountier Awards in Cannes. 

1995/1997 ―Airport/Land-Based Retailer for the year‖ at the frountier Awards in Cannes

Grant Thornton - Abdulaal Gulf Audit 


P.O.BOX: 11175 


Tel: +973 17500188 

Fax: +973 17500199 

Website: www.gtbahrain.com 

Email: info@bh.gt.com 

Grant Thornton-Abdulaal Gulf Audit is a firm of public accountants and management 

consultants, which was established in the year 2000, a member firm of Grant Thornton 

International one of the leading audit and consultancy firms in the world. Grant Thornton with 

a network of 600 offices in 124 countries around the world and employs over 30,000 

professional staff. 

The audit practice has over 400 clients representing a wide cross-section of the business 

community. The firm has concentrated its efforts on maintaining a high standard of 

professional competence and service. 

Grant Thornton Abdulaal Gulf Audit primarily offers services as follows : 

• Auditing ( External Audit & Internal Audit ) 

• Business Advisory Services (Due Diligence, Risk Management, Financial Policies and 

• Procedures, Business Valuation, Business Risk Services, Feasibility Studies ) 

• Legal Services (Company Formation, Liquidations, Trademark Registration) 

• Accounting & Recruitment Services (Accounting outsourcing, secondment of staff ). 

Our firm is one of the Bahrain‘s leading assurance and business advisory firms dedicated to 

serving the needs of privately held businesses and also public interest entities. Its our firms 

stated policy to provide services to the highest technical, professional and ethical standards 

and, there by, to maximize the benefits available to its clients. 

The Firm started consists of a very small number of staff and after years of existence, it grows 

to 75 staff of mixed nationalities. The Firm is having an approximate 27 Bahraini employees 

graduated from University of Bahrain and consists of at least half of the total employees of the 

Firm. 

As we go along further succession and development, the Firm is supporting the various 

activities for the enhancement of the young Bahrainis, thereby providing actual training of the 

profession in the field of accountancy and audit. Developing effective, valued relationships is 

key to the success of our business, as a result our core proposition centers on a round 

partnership between Grant Thornton Abdulaal Gulf Audit, our social responsibility in the 

community and with our clients. 

We aspire to provide excellence and quality in everything we do.

Prince Events Management 

P.O. Box: 


38836 Manama, 


Tel: +973 17311602 

Fax: +973 173116603 

Mob: +973 36006665 

E-Mail: info@princeem.com 

About Prince Events Management 

Prince brings to the community a new breath of air in the event planning market. By going the 

extra mile, and using event-planning projects to lead the market by providing high quality 

events every time. 

Our experience 

Prince is an equal opportunity business making its expertise and its products available to help 

our customers plan their own events from A to Z, and also make hosting an Event a snap, right 

down to the smallest details. The event planning projects brings an interactive event planning 

as close as their personal mobile. Through these and other affordable products and services. 

Our Services 

Content capturing the imagination and demanding the attention of your audience, whether 

press or clients, is our task. Nowadays marketing is turning to specialists, who have the 

technical expertise and creative flair to give them the edge for that important launch or 

promotion. 

• Conferences 

• Exhibitions 

• Corporate Events 

• Social & Community Services programs 

• Workshops 

• Entertainments events 

• Event consultants 

• Concept Development 

• Lights, Special Effects & Stage Design 

• Graduation 

• Designing and Advertising 

• Grand Opening & Product Launch

Bahrain National Holding 

With a heritage dating back to 1969, Bahrain National Holding Company B.S.C (BNH) is the 

holding company of the premier composite Bahraini insurance group, offering all types of 

insurance and risk management solutions. BNH provides strategic direction and support to its 

subsidiaries bnl (Bahrain National Life Assurance) and bni (Bahrain National Insurance) and 

has been reaffirmed the ―BBB+‖ rating with a ―stable‖ outlook granted by Standard and Poor‘s 

(S&P) in 2009, in addition to other regional joint ventures. Driven by the goals of unity, 


simplicity and growth, the new BNH corporate identity reflects its strength as an international 

standard financial corporation – driving excellence in performance and strengthening its role as 

the Group‘s visioning unit; creating and realizing further opportunities across the GCC over the 

years, BNH is today a household name in Bahrain. 



Tel.: +973 17587300 

Fax: +973 17587099 

Website: www.bnhgroup.com 

Email: hc@bnhgroup.com

Ministry of Labour – Employment Service Bureau 


P.O. Box: 32333, 


Tel: +973 17873969 

Fax: +973 17680600 

Website: 

http://www.mol.gov.bh/MOL/ar/D 

efault.aspx 

Employment Services Bureau 

Responsible of finding suitable vacancies in the private sector for national workforce through 

matching between vacancies and job seekers. It relies on vocational guidance coordination with 

human resources directorates in companies, and the job seekers Training Section which is part 

of the Human Resources Development Directorate (the executive body of the supreme council 

for vocational training), in order to provide job seekers with different skills for vacancies 

available at the private sector. 

The Bureau has five employment, training & centers following, which are: 

• Sitra Employment and Training Center. 

• Hamad Town Employment and Training Center. 

• Northern Governorate Employment and Training 

Center. 

Businessmen Center: 

Sets strategic plans for the center to enhance the cooperation between the ministry and 

businesspersons in establishment and companies of the private sector, as well as providing 

vocational guidance for job seekers. 

Directorate of Unemployment Insurance (UI): 

Was newly established directorate after the Regulation Decree no.78 for 2006 for the UI Law. UI 

serves the unemployed and newly job seekers until they find suitable jobs according to the UI 

criteria. This directorate follows the office of the Assistant Under-Secretary for Labour Affairs 

and is responsible of applying the law, observing and documenting the information of the 

beneficiary unemployment, supervising the payments prices, organizing with the employment 

and training centers to provide suitable training and job opportunities for qualified job seekers 

according to the criteria of the UI system , and directly organizing with the general 

organization for Social Insurance , which is in charge of receiving UI levies ( collected from 

employers and employees ) and managing its budget. 

Sections of the Directorate: 

• Registration and Evaluation section 

• Employment Affairs Auditing and follow up section. 

• Compensations section. 

• Capital Governorate Employment 

and Training Center. 

• Muharraq Government and Training 

Center.

Bahrain Society of Engineers 

The Bahrain Society of Engineers was established in 1972 as a professional voluntary nonprofit 

organization and is the premier body representing engineering professionals in the 

Kingdom. Amongst others, it seeks to advance the profession while striving for continuous 

enhancement of engineering skills of its members through training and by conducting technical 

& professional programmes. The society aims for excellence in all its activities and promotes a 

code of conduct and ethics amongst its members. In addition to promoting the profession, its 


activities include amongst others, supporting the development of the economy and contributing 

to measures for protecting the environment. The society has developed an enviable track record 

of capacities, skills and experience and is widely acknowledged as a leading engineering body in 

the GCC, particularly in organising scientific conferences, exhibitions and training events, 



Tel: +973 17723100 

Fax: +973 17728738 



sometimes in partnership with other leading bodies. It maintains close links with the 

government and academia including with leading universities and has annual contact 

programmes with secondary school students to promote the engineering profession and 

encourage the youth to take up engineering as a career.

Al Ayam Publishing 

Media Sponsor 



Tel: +973 17723100 

Fax: +973 17728738 



Al Ayam Publishing was established in 1989 by a group of young Bahraini journalists which 

was unique in the Arab world. 

The first issue of the ―Al Ayam‖ daily newspaper in Arabic was published on March 7th, 1989 

and after that the daily ―Bahrain Tribune‖ in English was published on March 8th, 1997. Al 

Ayam group also published an entertainment weekly magazine ―Sada Al Osbou‖ and a monthly 

magazine ―Gulf Panorama‖, and several media project. 

Al Ayam is the first newspaper in Bahrain, chosen by all, both citizens and residents, as a 

source of reliable and credible news covering platform which is progressively open to different 

views and ideas. Al Ayam also id the publisher of Bahrain Tribune, a daily newspaper in 

English, which is the voice of Bahrain to all English speaker readers in Bahrain. 

Al Ayam Media Centre 

Al Ayam Media centre is the head quarter of all Alayam establishment‘s departments with an 

area of more 30,000 sq. meter, near King Fahd Causeway on the way towards Kingdom of Saudi 

Arabia. It has also the facilities to organize Conferences, Official Events and parties. 

Al Ayam Press 

Al Ayam has the latest in Web Printing Technology and can print different forms of newspapers 

in full colour. Latest commercial press can print magazines, books, leaflets etc. 

Al Ayam Cultural Festival 

Organized Al Ayam Cultural and Book Festival Since 1993 with books from all over the world, 

lectures and workshops. 

Al Ayam Advertising 

Preferred by all Corporate and Multinationals to promote their products/services by way of 

advertising. 

Al Ayam Distribution 

Most subscribed Newspaper, with the Biggest and Widest Circulation Network. Circulation of 

various newspaper, magazines and book undertaken. Cover all corners of Bahrain with the 

largest fleet of vehicles.

Start your search now 

Whether it is gathering 

information about the 

employers or it is postgraduate 

opportunities 

that you seek, Careers 

day 13 is the right place 

to start your search. 

About 42 potential 

employers will be there to 

meet UOB students. 

Some are currently 

hiring, most are not but 

want to stay in contact 

with University of 

Bahrain students for 

when they are hiring 

again. It‘s a tough job 

market out there. Don‘t 

miss this networking 

opportunity. 

STUDENTS 

Special thanks to Batelco 

(platinum sponsor), 

thanks to companies 

supported the event and 

to students of different 

Colleges. Their help 

putting on this event is 

greatly appreciated. 

Careers Day Tips 

Reasons to attend 

Careers Day 

Getting jobs should not 

be the only reason for 

you to attend this event. 

However, Careers Day is 

an excellent opportunity 

to explore the wide range 

of career options that 

exist in the corporate 

world and gather 

information that can 

boost your employability. 

You will also be able to 

collect data on companies 

that you are interested 

in. Regardless of your 

major, year in college, or 

future goals, there are 

numerous benefits to 

attending a Careers Day.

Some of the more 

common reasons are 

highlighted below: 

• Increase your chances 

of receiving an interview 

with an employer 

• Expand your network 

of contacts 

• Investigate positions, 

occupations and/or 

career fields. You could 

pursue with your specific 

major and background 

• Learn more about 

employers and their 

available positions 

• Receive sound job 

search advice from 

seasoned company 

recruiter. 

STUDENTS 

What to expect at 

Careers Day 

Having realistic 

expectations of Careers 

Day is important in 

succeeding in your career 

search. The following list 

can be helpful to identify 

any misconceptions of 

Careers Day: 

• Employers expect 

students to be prepared 

(i.e. be professionally 

dressed, ask thoughtful 

questions, have a 

polished CV) 

• Employers expect to 

interact with students 

seeking employment as 

well as employers 

•Most recruiters are not 

authorized to hire 

candidates on the day of 

the fair. With this in 

mind, your goal should 

be to land an interview - 

not a job offer 

•Employers‘ goals are to 

be exposed to as many 

job candidates as 

possible. 

• Take time to prepare 

for the fair, you will get 

as much out of this event 

as you put into it 

Note: Just attending the 

fair is not enough; you 

need to prepare for it.

BEFORE CAREERS DAY 

Preparation 

Goals 

Set goals for yourself. 

What do you want from 

Careers Day? 

Market Yourself 

Prepare a 1-2 minute 

commercial, which 

includes your academics, 

activities, work 

experience, skills, and/or 

career goals. 

Examples of 

Experience 

Identify specific 

experiences where you 

have demonstrated your 

strengths and abilities. 

STUDENTS 

Explanation of 

Interests 

Prepare explanations of 

why you are interested in 

a particular industry or 

company. 

Questions 

prepare a list of 

questions to ask the 

representatives. 

Hand Shake Practice 

Practice giving your 

handshake (firm but not 

a vice-grip) and your 1-2 

minute commercial. 

Clothing and 

Accessories 

Select an outfit and 

accessories that meet 

professional standards. 

A Great Resume (CV) 

Representation of 

You 

Develop a strong resume 

(CV) that represents your 

knowledge, skills, and 

abilities effectively. 

Focused Objective(s) 

If you are looking at 

several career options, 

you may want to have 

two or more targeted CVs 

with different career 

objectives. 

Quality 

Your CV needs to look 

professional & easy to 

read and on plain white 

or cream-colored resume 

paper and free of typos.

DURING CAREERS DAY 

Interpersonal And 

Listening Skills 

First Impressions 

Make a good first 

impression: be prepared, 

dress for success "dress 

to impress", and greet 

employers with a smile, 

firm handshake, and 

good eye contact. 

Eye Contact 

Make eye contact 

immediately when 

introducing yourself and 

maintain eye contact 

through introductions. 

STUDENTS 

Introductions 

Have a strong opening 

introduction of yourself 

(1-2 minute commercial 

about yourself). 

Names 

Remember the 

representative's name. 

Smiles 

Smile and be polite. 

Body Language 

DO NOT chew gum, 

fidget, play with your 

hair, rock from side to 

side, look around when 

talking or being spoken 

to. 

Documentation 

• Get as much 

information as possible 

from companies you are 

interested in. 

• Write yourself notes 

after each significant 

encounter. 

• Avoid making your goal 

(collection of free giveaway 

items)! You may get 

more than you can carry 

and they may distract 

you from your original 

goals.

Communication with 

Company 

Representatives 

• Study the floor layout 

before going in to find the 

companies you are 

interested in. 

• Wait your turn. 

• Listen to the questions 

other job seekers are 

asking and the responses 

they get. 

• Reveal information in a 

give-and-take fashion 

• Communicate your 

abilities and interests. 

• Ask questions and 

listen carefully to what 

the representative replies. 

STUDENTS 

• Get representative 

business card if possible, 

to build up your network. 

• Avoid using 

euphemisms - filler words 

such as, ―um,‖ ―like,‖ 

―you know.‖ 

• Before leaving, be sure 

to close the conversation 

and thank them by 

name. 

Questions to Ask 

First and foremost, 

questions should be 

natural. Be yourself. 

Don't rifle your 

questions; maintain a 

natural flow.

Questions You May 

Want to Ask Company / 

Organization 

Representatives: 

1. What kind of entry-level 

positions exist within 

your company? 

2. Is my major needed in 

your organization? 

3. Does your company hire 

on a continual basis or 

just at certain times of 

the year? 

4. How long is the 

recruitment process? 

5. Is the master degree 

important for your 

organization? 

6. Do you have a certain 

GPA consideration in the 

recruiting process? 

7. What are the personality 

traits of successful in 

your organization? 

STUDENTS 

8. For how many years does 

the entry-level employee 

typically stay in the same 

level? 

* Don't read directly from this list 

of questions at the Careers Day. 

AFTER CAREERS DAY 

Follow Up 

Thank You 

Make a list of companies 

you talked with in 

descending order of 

importance. Write and 

mail a thank you letter 

(typed) within 48 hours of 

Careers Day to the 

recruiters from 

companies you are truly 

interested in. Mailing a 

thank you letter is not 

only appropriate; it can 

also bring attention to 

your name. 

Phone Calls 

Call/email those 

recruiters who indicated 

that it was okay to do so. 

Other (After- 

Thoughts) 

Be prepared for the 

company to contact you 

to follow up.

Careers Day Functions 

and Facilities 

Opening Ceremony 

Opens officially at 

10:00AM on 11 th of 

March 2013 under 

patronage of University of 

Bahrain‘s President Dr. 

Ebrahim Mohammed 

Janahi 

Companies Exhibitions 

on the following days 

Located in Hall (S-18) 

Sakhir Campus the 

exhibition starts after the 

opening ceremony and 

from 9:00AM till 01:30 

PM on the 12 th , 13 th of 

March 2013 

STUDENTS 

Career Counselling 

Corner 

To advise students 

towards tips and 

techniques of career 

planning (CV‘s, Interview 

Skills, Work Ethics and 

Networking ). 

Open Session 

Expert will be invited to 

discuss recruitment 

matters with UoB 

students in the outside 

tent (sponsored by GPIC 

& Bapco) according to the 

following schedule: 

Date Day Time Subject Guest 

12-Mar-13 

13-Mar-13 

Tuesday 

Wednesday 

10:00 am 

10:45 am 

11:00 am 

11:45 am 

9:30 am 

10:30 am 

11:00 am 

11:45 am 

About Bapco 

Recruitment and 

Selection at GPIC 

Interactive Career 

Guidance 

Prepare for 

Success 

Bapco 

GPIC 

Bapco 

GPIC

STUDENTS 

Application Area 

Reserved area to fill up 

applications and forms 

distributed by 

companies. Also to get 

some tips about CVs and 

interviews in a semi 

workshop manner. 

Attendance Policy 

• Careers Day 13 is open 

to UOB students 

(current, expected and 

graduates) seeking career 

information and 

opportunities. 

• We reserve the right to 

request identification and 

to verify its authenticity. 

• Distribution of 

materials at Careers Day 

13 is limited to CV's 

and/or other materials 

that support candidacy. 

• Attendees are expected 

to conduct themselves in 

a non-disruptive manner. 

Disruptive behaviour 

includes, but is not 

limited to, blocking 

others‘ access, 

solicitation of signatures 

on petitions, accosting 

those in attendance and 

wearing disguises. 

‣ Remember: 

Visit Career Counselling 

Office for assistance and: 

Pick up a free Resume 

and Cover Letter Sample. 

It outlines tips and 

guidelines for writing 

cover letters and 

resumes, and getting 

references. It also 

include examples. 

Attend as much 

workshops as you can. 

Register for the overall 

preparatory workshop. 

Contact us… 

University of Bahrain - Career Counselling Office 

P.O. Box: 32038, Sakhir, Kingdom of Bahrain 

Tel: 17 438865 Fax: 17 449763 

E-mail: cccenter@admin.uob.bh

STUDENTS 

Dear students This is your 

chance to talk with 

companies representatives 

and ask questions, and 

possibly exchange 

information, so try to 

make a good impression 

to approach employers in 

a limited amount of time. 

here are few tips to get 

you started on road to 

careers day success.

STEP 1 

Prepare your CV and job 

letters 

What is a CV? 

A CV or "Curriculum 

Vitae" is essentially a 

record of your personal, 

educational and work 

details, which 

emphasizes the 

experience, knowledge 

and skills relevant to the 

type of job you are 

applying. 

Its purpose is to secure 

an interview where you 

can sell yourself to a 

prospective employer and 

be offered a job. 

STUDENTS 

What should a CV look 

like? 

It should include: 

• Personal Details 

• Educational and 

Qualifications 

• Employment/Work 

Experience 

• Interests, Hobbies & 

Activities 

• Skills 

• References 

Essential Parts of a CV 

• Heading 

• Education 

• Work History 

• Interests, Hobbies & 

Activities 

• Skills 

• Professional Licenses 

and Certificates 

Optional Parts of a CV 

• Career Objective 

• Professional 

Association 

Memberships 

• Special Abilities 

• Publications and 

Presentations 

• Achievements/Awards 

• Summary or Highlights 

• References

Writing Your CV 

CV Content 

Heading: Make sure your 

name is the most obvious 

piece of information on 

your CV, Include local 

and/or permanent 

address and phone 

number, list email if you 

check it daily. 

Example: 

Curriculum Vitae 

Ali Mohammed Hassan 

Address: House No. 1111 

Road No. 2222 Block No. 333 

Contact: Mobile: 367777777 

Home: 17777777 

Email: 

aabbcc23@hotmail.com 

STUDENTS 

Personal Details: If you 

write your name in the 

heading there is no need 

to write it here, write 

your date of birth, 

nationality, marital 

status and passport 

number. 

Example: 

Personal Detail: 

Nationality: Bahraini 

Date of Birth: 18/8/1988 

Marital Status: Single 

C.P.R. No: 880808800 

Passport No.: 78455 

Objective: An objective 

gives your CV focus, 

credibility and direction. 

It should be specific 

enough to tell the 

employer the kind of 

work you seek and/or the 

type of industry or 

organization you will 

consider. 

The Value of Career 

Objectives 

Your career objective is 

the opening act of your 

curriculum vitae, setting 

the stage for the content 

that follows.

Its function is to offer a 

rationale for the 

submission of your CV to 

the recipient, by defining 

the job you want to 

acquire, and highlighting 

the qualities that make 

you ideal to attain it. 

If your curriculum vitae 

fails to start with a career 

objective, the reader may 

well infer that you either: 

a. do not know what 

work you want; 

Or 

b. lack the initiative 

and/or intelligence to get 

your objective across. 

STUDENTS 

It's certainly true that a 

career objective 

statement, short as it is, 

often proves the most 

difficult curriculum vitae 

component to write. 

Don't be too disheartened 

by this—the final rewards 

will outweigh the initial 

problems you encounter. 

By beginning your pitch 

with a clear, concise, 

dynamic objective, you 

will ensure that: 

a. your CV is interpreted 

the way you intended; 

And 

b. you emerge as 

someone whose 

aspirations are clearly 

defined, and whose 

capabilities support their 

goals.

STUDENTS 

20 “Career Objectives” 

Examples: 

Objective: 

1. To build a long-term 

career in your profession 

with opportunities for 

career growth. 

2. To use my skills in the 

best possible way for 

achieving the company‘s 

goals. 

3. To enhance my 

professional skills in a 

dynamic and stable 

workplace. 

4. Seeking a challenging 

position in a warehouse 

environment my skills 

can be put to good use. 

5. Looking for a job in …… 

6. To secure a management 

position in a high growth 

company with 

considerable 

advancement 


7. I would like to obtain a 

job with long term 

prospects, preferably in 

the building and 

construction industry. 

8. To secure a position 

where my qualities of a 

fast learner and the 

ability to take on new 

challenges can be used. 

9. To secure a position 

where by hard work, 

dedication and the ability 

to acquire new skills will 

advantage any company I 

work for. 

10. Obtain a position at ABC 

institute where I can 

maximize my training 

experience, program 

development skills and 

my teaching abilities. 

11. Seeking a position in an 

office environment, 

where there is a need for 

a variety of office 

management tasks 

including-computer 

knowledge, 

organizational abilities, 

business intelligence and 

database program use. 

12. To obtain a position as a 

School Teacher that will 

utilize my strong 

dedication to children‘s 

development and to their 

educational needs.

13. To obtain a position as 

an Office Secretary in 

which my computer 

knowledge, and 

organizational abilities 

can be fully utilized. 

14. To obtain a position as a 

software program 

designer in a challenging 

environment that utilizes 

team-work effort for 

researching, learning and 

developing new high-tech 

products. 

15. To gain employment with 

a company or institution 

that offers me a 

consistently positive 

atmosphere to learn new 

technologies and 

implement them for 

betterment of the 

business. 

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16.To join an interactive 

organization that offers me 

a constructive workplace 

for communication and 

interacting with customers 

and people. 

17.Seeking an entry-level 

position in marketing 

utilizing my strong 

analytical and 

communication skills 

combined with a bachelor 

of Marketing. 

18.Recent college graduate 

with Diploma / Bachelor 

in Engineering seeks an 

entry-level position in Civil 

Engineering. 

19.Recent university graduate 

seeking an internship with 

an online media company 

who can utilize my 

developed skills in 

communications and 

multimedia design. 

20. Wish to join public 

relations staff of large 

organization. Interested 

in photography, 

preparing news releases 

and working on company 

publications. 

These are just some 

examples of the career 

objectives. Career 

objectives can be 

anything and everything 

that a professional seeks 

in a professional 

relationship.

Education: List your 

educational background 

in reverse chronological 

order. List your highest 

degree first followed by 

other degrees you have 

received. 

Example: 

Education: 

2006 – To date 

University of Bahrain 

B.Sc. In Civil Engineering 

GPA (3.17) 

2003 – 2006 

Manama Secondary School 

Secondary Certificate (Art) 

GPA (91%) 

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GPA: Listing your grade 

point average (GPA) is 

optional; however, in the 

technical areas it is 

recommended to provide 

your GPA. Many 

companies may assume a 

poor GPA if it is not 

listed. 

Courses or Certificates: 

List any courses you 

attended or any 

certificate that you have 

got. List the name of the 

certificate or the course 

and the name of the 

institute. 

Example: 

Certificates: 

June-Aug 2005 

The British Council 

English Language Certificate 

Work Experience: List 

your most recent 

experience first. Give the 

name of your employer, 

job title, and what you 

actually did and achieved 

in that job (the job 

description is optional). 

Its includes: 

Full time jobs. 

Academic research 

projects. 

Internships 

Part time jobs 

Volunteer work.

Example: 

Work Experience: 

2007 – 2008 

Kuwait Finance House 

Internal Control Department 

Trainee or Part Time Job 

Interest , Hobbies & 

Activities: 

This section of your CV is 

entirely optional, 

however, job applicants 

who don't give the 

hobbies and personal 

interests section on their 

CV much thought could 

be missing out on an 

opportunity to highlight 

how well suited they are 

for a specific job. 

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This section should 

actually be seen as a 

chance to showcase your 

personality type by 

making the most of your 

hobbies, and like other 

CV sections, your 

hobbies must support the 

all-important goal of 

getting the interview. 

A well thought out Hobby 

Section won‘t get you the 

job, but it can send a 

strong message to a 

potential employer, and 

confirm that you are the 

right type of person for 

the role. 

For example, for a job 

that requires strong team 

working skills, you could 

show that your 

personality would be a 

good fit by including 

outgoing and teamoriented 

hobbies and 

interests on your CV. 

Football, Bingo, 

Basketball and other 

team related sports could 

all reveal the more 

extroverted side of your 

personality. You may also 

choose to leave out solo 

hobbies or hobbies that 

involve just one or two 

people, such as tennis, 

chess, reading, and 

writing.

Example: 

Interest, Hobbies & 

Activities: 

• Climbing 

• Voluntary work 

• Watching or playing sport 

• Painting 

• Fishing 

• Boating or sailing 

• Collecting stamps and coins 

• Cookery 

• Dressmaking Knitting 

• Maintaining your car 

• Playing musical 

instruments 

• Rambling 

• Potholing 

• Motor racing 

• Pottery 

• Photography 

• Cycling 

• Swimming 

• Writing poetry or stories 

Skills: 

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How to sell your skills 

on your CV….? 

Its widely acknowledged 

that having a degree is no 

longer enough to secure 

you a job, and this is set 

to increase with 

increasing numbers of 

the population entering 

higher education. 

Employers are asking 

more to what students 

have at University 

outside of their degrees, 

and those who have 

taken part in student 

activities have a huge 

advantage when it comes 

to applying for jobs. 

Remember, it‘s not just 

about having the skills, 

it‘s about being able to 

sell them well to potential 

employers when writing 

your CV, filling in 

application forms, and at 

interviews. 

• Always put yourself in 

the position of the 

employer – What would 

you want to know? 

• Once you have written 

your CV or application, 

go through and write ―so 

what?‖ next to 

everything. If it isn‘t 

relevant, take it out.

• Show that as well as 

picking up new skills you 

are able to reflect on your 

skills and invest in your 

own personal 

development. 

• Explain how you have 

used and can use a skill, 

for example confidently, 

positively, thoughtfully, 

diplomatically, 

responsibly, sensitively. 

Remember, when 

applying for jobs, think 

about it as a marketing 

exercise with you as the 

product and the employer 

as a customer. Really 

sell yourself and your 

skills to your potential 

employer – why should 

they want you more than 

anyone else? 

STUDENTS 

Many students and 

graduates seriously 

underestimate the skills 

they have and struggle 

when asked to provide 

evidence of these. It may 

help to review your skills 

from a number of 

different angles. One way 

is to look at the skills 

required in different parts 

of your life, which may 

divide up roughly as 

follows: 

* Study * Volunteering 

* Part-time job 

* Hobbies * Home 

What Skills Are 

Employer Looking For? 

After extensive research, 

we identified the 

following skills as those 

which are most desirable 

for potential employers 

(with 1 being most 

desirable). 

Motivation and enthusiasm 

1. Interpersonal skills 

2. Team working 

3. Oral communication 

4. Flexibility and adaptability 

5. Initiative 

6. Productivity 

7. Problem solving 

8. Planning an organization 

9. Managing own development 

10. Written communication 

11. Customer orientation 

12. Time management 

13. Business awareness 

14. Numeracy 

15. Leadership 

16. Cultural sensitivity 

17. General IT/computer 

literacy 

18. Risk 

taking/entrepreneurship 

19. Foreign languages

Which of these skills do 

you think you have 

gained from you 

involvement in student 

activities? Which skills do 

you think are your 

weakest? Are there 

students activities you 

could get involved in to 

develop these skills? 

Examples on how to 

gain more skills: 

Motivation and 

enthusiasm 

Choosing to get involved 

in a student group in the 

first place, setting one 

up. 

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Interpersonal Skills 

Committee dutiesliaising 

with 

staff/student 

members/external 

bodies. Being any kind 

of mentor. Handling over 

to successor. 

Team Working 

Being on a committee 

Oral Communication 

Similar examples to 

interpersonal skills. 

Chairing meeting, making 

speeches, delivering 

presentations, delivering 

any kind of training. 

Flexibility and 

Adaptability 

Managing your student 

activities commitments 

while studying, coping 

with anything at short 

notice – events changing 

or not going to 

Initiative 

Getting sponsorship, 

starting a new venture or 

event, starting a new 

group or resurrecting and 

old one, coping with a 

crisis. 

Productivity 


activity commitments 

while studying, achieving 

measurable results – 

increasing membership.

Problem Solving 

Dealing with a crisis, 

overcoming obstacles to 

achieve something, 

resolving conflict on a 

committee. 

Planning and 

Organization 

Project work, organizing 

events, managing your 

student activity 

commitments while 

studying. 

Managing own 

development 

Attending and keeping a 

record of training. 

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Written Communication 

Being the secretary and 

taking minutes of 

meetings, communicating 

with members, letters to 

gain sponsorships. 

Customer Orientation 

Dealing with and 

providing for paying 

members, experience of a 

Student Run Service, 

running events and 

activities, getting member 

feedback. 

Time Management 


activity commitments 

while studying. Planning 

events or activities at 

short notice. 

Business Awareness 

Working to a budget, 

providing a quality 

service to paying 

members, relating you 

group to the business 

world through 

sponsorship. 

General IT / Computer 

literacy 

Being responsible for or 

using websites, email 

lists, using IT to produce 

minutes or budgets, 

using databases to store. 

Leadership 

Being on a committee, 

being a president or 

captain, coordinating a 

particular project or 

working group.

Cultural Sensitivity 

Working in any group as 

a university as diverse, 

making your activities 

open and accessible to all 

students. 

Numeracy 

Being a treasurer, 

working to budget. 

Risk Taking / 

Entrepreneurship 

Staring new ventures or 

groups, running a new 

event or scheme. 

Foreign Languages 

Involvement in a cultural 

society, attending why 

Don‘t U language 

workshops. 

Other Skills 

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Using active, positive 

verbs and language in a 

CV or Resume can give 

it additional impact and 

make a stronger 

impression on potential 

employers. The use of 

'power' or action words 

in your CV or Resume is 

essential to promoting 

your skills and 

experience. 

Starting your sentences 

with action verbs 

immediately highlights 

the skill used and 

focuses the reader's 

attention, e.g. 

"Supervised a trainee 

sales assistant at Boots 

Pharmacy by continually 

evaluating their 

performance and 

supporting weaknesses 

where necessary.― 

Here are some action 

words you can use:

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Here are some action words you can use: 

Scientific Management Organization Achievement 

Assessed 

Calculated 

Conducted 

Diagnosed 

Evaluated 

Examined 

Observed 

Recorded 

Tested 

Administered 

Controlled 

Coordinated 

Corrected 

Managed 

Monitored 

Oversaw 

Performed 

Reviewed 

Selected 

Supervised 

Supported 

Taught 

Trained 

Arranged 

Categorized 

Collected 

Compiled 

Incorporated 

Logged 

Maintained 

Organized 

Planned 

Prepared 

Reserved 

Scheduled 

Supplied 

Updated 

Achieved 

Built 

Completed 

Delivered 

Established 

Expanded 

Founded 

Identified 

Implemented Introduced 

Reduced 

Solved 

Streamlined 

Communication Academic Finance/Business Using Initiative 

Administered 

Advised 

Demonstrated 

Explained 

Instructed 

Liaised 

Negotiated 

Presented 

Responded 

Analyzed 

Completed 

Researched 

Solved 

Budgeted 

Increased 

Promoted 

Represented 

Sold 

Created 

Designed 

Developed 

Devised 

Initiated 

Instigated 

Launched 

Lead 

Recommended

References: 

One of your references 

needs to be someone who 

can comment on what 

you have done in the 

recent past. So if you are 

still at university, or have 

recently graduated, it is 

usual to name one of 

your professors, Head of 

Department, lecturers or 

tutors as references. 

It is your personal choice 

whether to include 

reference along with your 

CV or not. 

• Reference should be 

someone who knows 

you well 

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someone who knows 

you for a long time. 

• You should someone 

who will speak 

positively about you. 

• You state name, title, 

business mailing 

address, phone number. 

• Do not use relatives, 

friends or other 

students as references. 

• Remember to ask 

permission of your 

reference before 

including their names 

in your CV. 


able to talk about your 

work ethic and style, 

punctuality, selfmanagement, 

and other 

related issues. 

• People who are 

potentially strong 

references are: 

‣ Current or 

former employers. 

‣ Professors / 

teachers 

‣ Volunteer 

managers 

‣ People who are 

well known in the 

community/field of 

your interest

Example: 

Reference: 

Ahmed Ali Hassan 

HR Manager 

Shamil Bank 

Phone: 17000000 

E-mail: 

ahmed@shamil.com.bh 

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Tips for CV Writing 

Are you going to write a 

professional CV? You 

must be looking for some 

useful tips to get you 

started with this job. 

Here are best 10 tips for 

CV writing. 

Follow these tips and you 

will come up with a 

professional and 

attractive CV which will 

have maximum chances 

of being caught by 

potential employer to give 

you a chance for an 

interview. 

Tip 1: Make your CV 

mistake and error free. A 

neat, clean and error free 

CV is critical to be 

successful in any job 

hunting transaction. 

Tip 2: Start your CV with 

a distinctive and solid 

career objective 

statement. 

Tip 3: Emphasize on 

your skills and its 

benefits to the employers. 

Tip 4: Use Actions Words 

throughout the CV to 

attract reader‘s 

attraction. 

Tip 5: Organize your CV 

in sections and only 

place relevant 

information into a 

section.

Tip 6: Make your most 

recent information being 

top of the list no matter it 

is education or your 

career experience. 

Tip 7: Have equal 

margins on all sides. 

Tip 8: Highlight your 

strengths and related 

achievements in 

professional life. 

Tip 9: Highlight potential 

areas of employer‘s 

interest so that he/she 

can quickly notice it. 

Keep changing it based 

upon employer‘s 

advertisement. 

Tip 10: Always write your 

CV in Summarize way. 

Don‘t add long details 

with less meaning. 

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Tip 11: Be consistent in 

resume set up (verb 

tenses, spacing, dates, 

bolding, underlining, 

italizing). 

Tip 12: Keep font size 

between 10-14 (for your 

name you can use a 

larger size) 

Tip 13: Eliminate 

personal pronouns such 

as ― I ―. 

General CV Guidelines 

Other CV Writing Tips: 

• One page for recent 

graduates, two pages if 

you have an extensive 

work history. 

• Direct the reader's eye 

using layout/headings. 

• Use high-quality white 

or off-white bond 

paper. 

• Proofread! No spelling 

or grammatical errors! 

(Don't rely on spell 

check!). 

• Tailor contents to each 

job/application. 

• List information in 

descending order of 

importance.

• Sell yourself-be 

selective about what 

you include, and 

organize information 

logically. 

• Concentrate of the 

positive, use action 

verbs, and be clear and 

concise. 

• Include significant 

academic assignments 

and relevant 

extracurricular 

activities. 

• List accomplishments 

and significant 

contributions you've 

made. 

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Email And Electronic 

CV Submission 

Many companies now 

collect CVs electronicallyvia 

email or the World 

Wide Web. As with any 

communication with 

employers, you must 

maintain a professional 

tone. 

An electronic CV that can 

be easily emailed is 

essential. 

• Use a professional 

sounding email address 

(not aroorooo@...) 

• Make use of the subject 

header-be specific! 

• Follow company 

directions carefully. 

• Avoid using special 

characters/symbols 

(LOL or mathematical 

symbols). 

• Keep format left 

justified. 

• Do not underline, bold 

or italicize text. 

• Stick to a common 

font: Courier, Ariel or 

Times New Roman. 

• "Sign" your email with 

your full name. 

• PROOFREAD AND 

SPELL-CHECK PRIOR 

TO SENDING! 

• Check the formatting of 

your CV by sending an 

email to your self. 

In your email ask the 

employer to inform you if 

they are unable to read 

your CV as sent.

When is the best time 

to have a CV drawn up? 

As soon as you are out of 

the college you should a 

professional CV drawn up 

and be ready for job 

opportunities. Every six 

months you need to 

upgrade your CV to 

contain the latest 

information as and when 

you complete any new 

degree, training or 

achievement. 

Every time you apply for 

a new job, you need to retype 

the CV which should 

be totally tailor-made to 

the job you are applying 

for. 

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In order to do this you 

should have research well 

in the company's 

background as well as 

identified the best 

personal traits and 

qualifications which 

match with the 

prescribed job 

requirements. Only then 

your CV will catch the 

attention of the 

prospective employer and 

you will gain the chance 

for an interview. 

Example of a Job 

Advertisement and Job 

Description: 

Followed by tailored 

example of a letter and 

CV. 

English Language 

Teacher 

Students from around 

world come to study at 

our language school and 

learn in a friendly 

supportive school 

environment, English 

and foreign language or 

second language. 

We are seeking English 

Language Teacher to 

work creatively with our 

students.

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Example of a Job Advertisement and Job 

Description: 

Followed by tailored example of a letter and CV. 

English Language Teacher 

Students from around world come to study at our 

language school and learn in a friendly supportive school 

environment, English and foreign language or second 

language. 

We are seeking English Language Teacher to work 

creatively with our students. 

Details: 

As a teacher with international language college you will 

be working international students who are looking to 

undertake tertiary study. You will have a passion for 

languages and be able to develop programmes that 

encourage learning in a creative and fun environment. 

You will have experience in working individually as well 

as in small groups to meet the diverse needs of our 

students. The position requires excellent people skills 

and competency with a number of software applications. 

Application Procedures: 

For more information please request a copy of the job 

specifications form Language School on 17777777 or by 

email: lango@gmail.com 

Please send your CV and Cover Letter to the above email 

or to: 

Language School 

P.O. Box: 1234 


Job Specifications 

Area Essential Desirable 

Qualifications 

Experience 

Knowledge, Skills 

Competencies 

University Degree 

* Tutoring 

* Small group work 

* Computer Literacy 

* Effective relationship 

building skills (internal & 

external) 

* Passion for languages 

* Creativity 

* Experience in a tertiary 

environment. 

* Contributing to team 

success 

* Student focus and energy 

* Planning & organizing 

* Facilitation and 

development of language 

programmes 

*Cultural awareness & 

mindfulness 

* Problem solving 

* Technical & professional 

Knowledge. 

* B.Sc. In English 

* Teaching degree 

or diploma 

* Language 

teaching/learning 

experience 

* Experience in 

Windows, 

Word/PowerPoint/ 

Excel/Access. 

* Good 

communication 

skills.

The Cover Letter 

A cover letter is a letter 

that that you send to 

accompany your CV 

when you apply for job, 

whether advertised or 

when you are sending an 

unsolicited application. 

Do not over look this tool 

as it can be a great asset 

in your job hunt. 

There are different 

types of job related 

letters : 

Letter of inquiry: In this 

type of query you are 

enquiring about possible 

job opportunities that fit 

your skills. You have to 

give a general area you 

are interested in working 

in. 

STUDENTS 

A Letter of Inquiry can 

help you uncover the 

hidden job market. 

Sometimes these cover 

letters are called 

marketing letters. 

A letter of inquiry should 

be followed up with a 

phone call as this will 

increase your chance of 

getting your "foot in the 

door". Hopefully such a 

phone call can lead to a 

meeting or interview. 

Good Letters of inquiry 

Inform the reader why 

you are writing within the 

first sentence. 

Job Application Cover 

Letter or Response to an 

Job Advertisement: 

Answering a particular 

job advert. The important 

thing in the cover letter is 

to show that your skills 

match those for the job 

advert.

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An Overview 

• A cover letter is sent 

with your CV. It can 

make the difference 

between being 

successful in your job 

search or not. 

• Cover letters are 

generally not read 

during the first 

candidate selection, but 

usually they will be 

read when the 

candidates have been 

short listed. Do not 

waste such an 

opportunity. 

• Always include a cover 

letter even if the job ad 

does not specify that 

one is needed. Your 

cover letter should not 

be a copy of your CV. 

Specify some of your 

cover letter 

achievements and be 

sure you know how to 

handle Cover Letter 

weakness. (Uncertain 

as to what you're trying 

to say here). 

• A cover letter is a way of 

showing your writing 

and reporting skills. 

Your cover letter 

should be customized 

per employer. However, 

if you are sending a lot 

of CVs, this task could 

prove impossible. Try 

instead to have a cover 

letter per industry or 

per area. 

• Do not mention salary 

in your cover letter. If 

the job ad requests 

your expected salary 

then mention a range 

rather than a specific 

amount

Parts of the Cover 

Letter … 

Introduction 

• Indicate why you are 

writing to them (job 

posting, article, career 

fair, networking 

account, area of 

interest). 

• Mention why you want 

to work for the 

company or what 

interests you about the 

position. 

• Demonstrate 

knowledge of the 

organization. 

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Body 

• Sell the skills & 

abilities you have as 

required for the 

position (be careful not 

to reiterate your entire 

resume). 

• Back skills up with 

specific examples 

• State why you would be 

a good fit 

Close 

• Thank them 

• Request an interview or 

meeting and indicate 

how you can be 

contacted. 

• If you are seeking job 

opportunities in the 

hidden job market, it is 

strongly recommended 

you indicate how and 

when you will contact the 

employer in order to 

follow up. 

Cover Letter Tips: 

• Always send a cover 

letter with your resume 

if unable to hand it to 

the person doing the 

hiring. 

• Should be addressed to 

a specific person – 

never use ―To whom it 

may concern‖

• Should be typed and on 

same paper as your CV. 

• Should be attractive, 

well laid out, and kept 

to one page. 

• Write a different cover 

letter for each job you 

apply for – nothing 

worse than a form 

cover letter. 

• Construct your cover 

letter thinking about 

what that particular 

employer is looking for, 

by using the job 

posting or company 

information. 

STUDENTS 

Application Forms 

Employers use 

application forms as an 

easy way to find 

candidate information in 

the same location on all 

applications. Do not 

make it difficult for them. 

Here are a few tips when 

filling out an application 

form: 

• Ensure you read the 

application form over 

thoroughly before 

writing anything down. 

This will make sure you 

fill it out correctly and 

you don‘t miss 

anything. 

• Answer all the 

questions. If a 

question doesn‘t apply 

to you, write in ‗not 

applicable‘ so they 

know you didn‘t miss 

it. 

• NEVER write ―see my 

CV‖, fill everything out 

in as much detail as 

possible 

• Don‘t forget to sign the 

application form.

Cover Letters 

Following link about 

cover letters it shows 

different types of cover 

letters for each category. 

You can choose from CV 

cover letters, job cover 

letter, acceptance cover 

letters, rejection cover 

letters, salary increment 

cover letters, appraisal 

cover letters and any 

other types of sample 

cover letters from any of 

the categories mentioned. 

It‘s also provides 

examples on how to write 

a cover letters. 

STUDENTS 

Information on cover 

letter writing, good cover 

letter templates and cover 

letter tips are also 

provided at the bottom of 

the page. 

http://www.bestcoverle 

tters.com/ 

All cover letters should: 

Explain why you are 

sending a resume. 

Don't send a resume 

without a cover letter. 

Don't make the reader 

guess what you are 

asking for; be specific: 

Do you want a summer 

internship opportunity, 

or a permanent position 

at graduation; are you 

inquiring about future 

employment possibilities? 

Tell specifically how 

you learned about the 

position or the 

organization 

a flyer posted in your 

department, a web site, a 

family friend who works 

at the organization. It is 

appropriate to mention 

the name of someone 

who suggested that you 

write.

Convince the reader to 

look at your resume. 

The cover letter will be 

seen first. 

Therefore, it must be very 

well written and targeted 

to that employer. 

Call attention to 

elements of your 

background 

education, leadership, 

experience — that are 

relevant to a position you 

are seeking. Be as 

specific as possible, using 

examples. 

Reflect your attitude, 

personality, motivation, 

enthusiasm, and 

communication skills. 

STUDENTS 

Provide or refer to any 

information 

specifically requested 

in a job advertisement 

that might not be covered 

in your resume, such as 

availability date, or 

reference to an attached 

writing sample. 

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STUDENTS 

Web links 

The Following are web links that you may find helpful: 

http://www.bestcoverletters.com/ 

http://www.cv-service.org/cvhelp.htm 

http://www.10minuteresume.com/index.cfm?bhcp=1 

http://www.getmyonlinecv.com 

http://www.getresume.com 

http://www.provenresumes.com 

http://www.how-to-write-a-resume.org 

http://www.howtowritearesume.net 

http://www.write-a-resume.org 

http://career-hunters.com/resumeservice.asp 

http://www.resume-help.org 

http://cvwriting.net 

http://www.bestsampleresume.com 

http://www.cv-service.org 

http://www.adecco.co.nz/ 

http://www.careerone.com.au/ 

http://www.wait.com.au 

http://www.winz.govt.nz 

http://www.cvtips.com 

http://www.handsoncv.co.uk

STEP 2 

The Interview 

The interview is an 

opportunity for both the 

employer and the 

applicant to gather 

information. The 

employer wants to know 

if you, applicant, have 

the: 

• Skills 

• Knowledge 

• Self-confidence 

• Motivation 

At this point you can be 

confident that the 

employer saw something 

of interest in your CV. 

He or she also wants to 

determine whether or 

not you will fit in the 

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organization‘s current 

employees and 

philosophy. 

The interview is a twoway 

exchange of 

information. It is an 

opportunity for both 

parties to make 

themselves. The 

employer is selling the 

organization to you, and 

you are marketing your 

skills, knowledge, and 

personality to the 

employer. 

The interview Process 

1. The initial interview 

can be screening 

interview either on 

the telephone with 

the hiring 

authority or 

personnel, or face-toface 

with personnel. 

2. Face-to-face with the 

immediate 

supervisor, peers, 

and sometimes 

personnel. 

3. Final interviewsometimes 

with just 

the hiring authority, 

but usually will 

include vicepresidents, 

presidents, or owners 

of the company. 

4. This interview could 

also be followed by 

testing: 

• Physical 

• Written test 

• Proof of employment 

eligibility.

Objectives of the Job 

Interview 

1. To decide whether or 

not to make you a job 

offer. 

2. To examine your 

work history and 

educational 

background, your 

strengths and 

accomplishments . 

3. To evaluate your level 

of motivation, values, 

attitude and 

personality. 

Types of Interview 

All job interviews have 

the same objective, but 

employers reach that 

objective in a variety of 

ways. 

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You might enter the room 

expecting to tell stories 

about your professional 

successes and instead 

find yourself selling the 

interviewer a bridge or 

editing code at a 

computer. One strategy 

for performing your best 

during an interview is to 

know the rules of the 

particular game you are 

playing when you walk 

through the door. 

The Screening 

Interview 

Companies use screening 

tools to ensure that 

candidates meet 

minimum qualification 

requirements. 

The Informational 

Interview 

Job seekers ostensibly 

secure informational 

meetings in order to seek 

the advice of someone in 

their current or desired 

field as well as to gain 

further references to 

people who can lend 

insight. During an 

informational interview, 

the jobseeker and 

employer exchange 

information and get to 

know one another better 

without reference to a 

specific job opening.

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The Directive Style 

In this style of interview, 

the interviewer has a 

clear agenda that he or 

she follows unflinchingly. 

Sometimes companies 

use this rigid format to 

ensure parity between 

interviews; when 

interviewers ask each 

candidate the same series 

of questions, they can 

more readily compare the 

results. Directive 

interviewers rely upon 

their own questions and 

methods to tease from 

you what they wish to 

know. 

You might feel like you 

are being steam-rolled, or 

you might find the 

conversation develops 

naturally. Their style 

does not necessarily 

mean that they have 

dominance issues, 

although you should 

keep an eye open for 

these if the interviewer 

would be your supervisor. 

The Meandering Style 

This interview type, 

usually used by 

inexperienced 

interviewers, relies on 

you to lead the 

discussion. 

It might begin with a 

statement like "tell me 

about yourself," which 

you can use to your 

advantage. 

The interviewer might ask 

you another broad, openended 

question before 

falling into silence. This 

interview style allows you 

tactfully to guide the 

discussion in a way that 

best serves you.

The Stress Interview 

Either employers view the 

stress interview as a 

legitimate way of 

determining candidates' 

aptness for a position or 

someone has latent 

maniacal tendencies. You 

might be held in the 

waiting room for an hour 

before the interviewer 

greets you. You might 

face long silences or cold 

stares. The interviewer 

might openly challenge 

your believes or 

judgment. You might be 

called upon to perform an 

impossible task on the 

fly-like convincing the 

interviewer to exchange 

shoes with you. 

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The Behavioral 

Interview 

Many companies 

increasingly rely on 

behavior interviews since 

they use your previous 

behavior to indicate your 

future performance. In 

these interviews, 

employers use 

standardized methods to 

mine information 

relevant to your 

competency in a 

particular area or 

position. 

Depending upon the 

responsibilities of the job 

and the working 

environment, you might 

be asked to describe a 

time that required 

problem-solving skills, 

adaptability, leadership, 

conflict resolution, multitasking, 

initiative or 

stress management. You 

will be asked how you 

dealt with the situations. 

The Audition 

For some positions, such 

as computer 

programmers or trainers, 

companies want to see 

you in action before they 

make their decision.

For this reason, they 

might take you through a 

simulation or brief 

exercise in order to 

evaluate your skills. An 

audition can be 

enormously useful to you 

as well, since it allows 

you to demonstrate your 

abilities in interactive 

ways that are likely 

familiar to you. The 

simulations and exercises 

should also give you a 

simplified sense of what 

the job would be like. If 

you sense that other 

candidates have an edge 

on you in terms of 

experience or other 

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qualifications, requesting 

an audition can help level 

the playing field. 

The Group Interview 

Interviewing 

simultaneously with 

other candidates can be 

disconcerting, but it 

provides the company 

with a sense of your 

leadership potential and 

style. The group interview 

helps the company get a 

glimpse of how you 

interact with peers-are 

you timid or bossy, are 

you attentive or do you 

seek attention, do others 

turn to you instinctively, 

or do you compete for 

authority? 

The interviewer also 

wants to view what your 

tools of persuasion are: 

do you use 

argumentation and 

careful reasoning to gain 

support or do you divide 

and conquer? The 

interviewer might call on 

you to discuss an issue 

with the other 

candidates, solve a 

problem collectively, or 

discuss your peculiar 

qualifications in front of 

the other candidates.

The Tag-Team 

Interview 

Expecting to meet with 

Ms. Glenn, you might 

find yourself in a room 

with four other people: 

Ms. Glenn, two of her 

staff, and the Sales 

Director. Companies 

often want to gain the 

insights of various people 

when interviewing 

candidates. This method 

of interviewing is often 

attractive for companies 

that rely heavily on team 

cooperation. 

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Not only does the 

company want to know 

whether your skills 

balance that of the 

company, but also 

whether you can get 

along with the other 

workers. In some 

companies, multiple 

people will interview you 

simultaneously. In other 

companies, you will 

proceed through a series 

of one-on-one interviews. 

The Follow-up Interview 

Companies bring 

candidates back for 

second and sometimes 

third or fourth interviews 

for a number of reasons. 

Sometimes they just 

want to confirm that you 

are the amazing worker 

they first thought you to 

be. Sometimes they are 

having difficulty deciding 

between a short-list of 

candidates. Other times, 

the interviewer's 

supervisor or other 

decision makers in the 

company want to gain a 

sense of you before 

signing a hiring decision. 

The second interview 

could go in a variety of 

directions, and you must 

prepare for each of them.

When meeting with the 

same person again, you 

do not need to be as 

assertive in your 

communication of your 

skills. You can focus on 

cementing rapport, 

understanding where the 

company is going and 

how your skills mesh 

with the company vision 

and culture. Still, the 

interviewer should view 

you as the answer to 

their needs. You might 

find yourself negotiating 

a compensation package. 

Alternatively, you might 

find that you are starting 

from the beginning with a 

new person. 

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Other Types of the 

interview 

• Selection 

interviewing: 

its goal is to shortlist 

only the qualified 

candidates. Focus here 

on presenting the facts 

about your 

qualifications rather 

than building a friendly 

relationships with the 

interviewer 

• One-to-one interview: 

to test your matches 

with the job and your 

suitability to their work 

environment, how you 

will integrate with the 

rest of the organization. 

Focus on your 

qualifications and build 

good relationship with 

the interviewer. 

• Panel interview: where 

many representatives 

from the organization 

will take the role of the 

interviewer. Focus your 

answer to the person 

who is asking . Some 

questions will test your 

way of thinking rather 

your final answer. 

• Lunch interview: 

conducted in a less 

formal atmosphere on a 

lunch meal. Be careful 

for every move and 

word you do or say.

Apply etiquette and 

mannered behavior 

while eating. 

• Telephone interview: 

to reduce the number 

of candidates who are 

invited to a personal 

interview. Expect a 

conversation about 

your resume details. 

Focus and keep your 

information near the 

phone. Ask them to 

invite you to a personal 

interview. And always 

be prepared. 

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Interview phases … 

Phase (1) : 

Before the Interview 

The main activity here is to collect and 

gather information in 3 axis: 

1. About the company 

• Products 

• Services 

• Competitors 

• Locations 

• Branched 

• Capital 

• CEO‘s 

• Departments 

2. About the occupation 

• Physical surroundings 

• Safety 

• Salary 

• Allowances 

• Special requirements 

3. About myself (Stories to tell) 

• My skills 

• Qualifications/projects/awards 

• Experience/achievements 

• Objectives and goals 

• Activities 

• Hobbies 

• Questions to ask the interview 

Practice on telling a story on each part is 

a must 

Preparing in the interview night : 

• Identify very clearly the time, 

location of the interview and if 

possible the person who‘s going to 

conduct it 

• Prepare formal, comfortable clothes 

• Practice the roads to arrive in the 

proper time (15 min before) 

• Prepare many copies of the CV and 

any other papers 

• Sleep enough 

• Eat breakfast

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Phase (2) : 

During the Interview 

Phase (3) : 

After the Interview 

• Arrive Early 

• Be confident 

• Smile 

• Shake hand firmly in the beginning and 

end of conversation 

• Set down after their permission to do so 

• Keep on the eye contact 

• Watch your tone level while speaking 

• Display enthusiasm and sincerity 

• Communicate clearly 

• Listen attentively 

• Don‘t smoke or chew gum 

• Don‘t interfere the interviewer while 

talking 

• Ask questions by the end of the 

interview 

• Keep on a stable body language 

• Ask for the job and for a reply 

• Match your skills, qualifications, 

experience to the offer you have 

• Talk about: 

o Strengths 

o Leadership skills 

o Ability to learn new things 

o Contributions to the organizations in 

which you have worked or volunteered 

o Creativity in solving problems and 

working with people. 

• Present yourself in a positive and 

confident manner 

• Turn negatives into positives. 

• Emphasize what you can do for the 

company 

• Avoid discussions about personal 

problems. 

• Thank the interviewer for his/her time 

before leaving. 

• Evaluate your performance immediately 

after the interview 

• Write a thank you letter for the 

interviewer 

• Wait for the reply or ask for it when the 

time of waiting exceeds the limit 

• Use the interviews as a part of you 

contacts network

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The Selection Process 

Well done! Your CV and 

cover letter has worked 

and you are now invited 

to attend an interview. 

Remember a job interview 

not only tries out if you 

can do the job, but also if 

you are the best person. 

Interviewers try to access 

both aspects in the 

interview process. 

Job interviews can be as 

straightforward as this: 

Interview with a panel or individual 

But increasingly many of you will face an interview process 

containing some or all of the following elements: 

Telephone Interview 

Assessment Centre for a 

day 

Second Interview 

(in person or phone) 

Job offer and negotiation 

Psychometric Tests 

Individual Interview with 

panel 

Job offer and negotiation 

Contract signed and starting date 

agreed 

Contract signed starting 

date agreed

Employer 

Requirements 

• Communication 

Skills: 

Oral and written, 

including the ability to 

listen as will as transmit. 

Also includes 

presentation skills. 

Employers say these sills 

are most noticeably 

lacking in Graduates 

applicants. 

• Interpersonal/Social 

Skills: 

The capacity to establish 

good working 

relationships with 

customers, clients, 

colleagues is seen as of 

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utmost importance in 

almost all work roles, for 

effective performance 

within the organization 

and competent 

representation of the 

organization with its 

clientele. 

• Organization Skills: 

e.g. planning ahead, 

meeting delaines; 

managing self and others; 

coordinating people, 

activities( e.g. organizing 

events whether work 

related , social, etc). 

• Problem analysis and 

solution: 

e.g. clarity and logic of 

thought; capacity to 

identify key issues and 

reconcile conflict; 

ingenuity in the creation 

of solutions; effectiveness 

under pressure; concern 

with priorities. 

• Intellect: 

Judged by how effectively 

mental ability is 

transmitted into action. 

• Leaderships: 

Leadership potential is 

important because it 

assumed that most 

graduates will eventually 

take up senior positions. 

• Team working: 

Ability necessary to work 

in formal and informal, 

interdisciplinary, long 

term and project-based 

teams.

Adaptability: 

For initiation of, and 

response to, changing 

circumstances. Breadth 

of intellect, interests, 

knowledge and attitudes 

required for adoption to 

changing demands. 

• Technical Capability: 

Capacity to acquire 

technical skills required 

for application of basic 

management techniques 

(e.g. statistics, data 

analysis, scheduling, 

computer applications, 

etc). 

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• Achievement: 

Ability to set and achieve 

goals for self ant others. 

Employers frequently 

need those who will help 

move the organization 

forward. 

Overview 

preparation 

1. Know Yourself: 

• What are your 

strengths? What 

are your 

weaknesses? 

• What are your 

short-and long-term 

goals? 

• Evaluate yourself 

in terms of the 

position you seek. 

• Formulate 

responses by asking 

the question: ―Why 

should they hire 

me?‖ 

• Remember that 

you‘re there to sell 

yourself and secure 

a job offer. 

2. Research the 

Company: 

• Research the 

information about 

the company. 

• Utilize the library 

to review annual 

reports, trade 

magazines and 

newspaper articles.

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• The Internet offers 

a wealth of company 

information and 

industry statistics. 

Please visit the 

company website. 

• Know the 

company‘s products 

and services. 

• Be prepared to tell 

the interviewer why 

their company 

attractive to you. 

3. Items to Bring to the 

interview: 

Your CV 

• Review your CV 

thoroughly and be 

prepared to discuss 

all points. 

• Always bring a 

copy of your CV 

identical to the one 

supplied to the 

interviewer. 

Other Items 

• Bring a folder and 

pen to the interview 

to jot down notes. 

• Prepare and 

review your 

questions as well as 

specific responses. 

• Bring directions to 

the interview 

location as well as 

the interviewers 

phone number in 

case you are 

running late. 

4. Arrival at the 

interview: 

• Plan to arrive 15 

minutes before the 

interview. 

• Allow adequate 

time for traffic, 

parking, and a last 

minute appearance 

check. If possible, 

scout the location 

the day before the 

interview to avoid 

last minute 

problems. Being 

late for the interview 

may cost you the 

job offer. 

• Review your CV 

and go in with 

confidence.

Reasons why 

Candidates 

are Not Hired 

1. Poor attitude: Many 

candidates come 

across as arrogant. 

While employers can 

afford to be selfcentered, 

candidates 

cannot. 

2. Appearance: Many 

candidates do not 

consider their 

appearance as much 

as they should. First 

impressions are 

quickly made in the 

first three to five 

minutes. Review 

appearance checklist. 

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3. Lack of Research: It‘s 

obvious when 

candidates haven‘t 

learned about the 

job, company or 

industry prior to the 

interview. Visit the 

library or use the 

internet to research 

the company, talk 

with friends, peers 

and other 

professionals about 

the opportunity 

before each meeting. 

4. Not having questions 

to ask: Asking 

questions shows your 

interest in the 

company and the 

position. 

Prepare a list of 

intelligent questions 

in advance. 

5. Not readily knowing 

the answers to 

interviewers‘ 

questions. Anticipate 

and rehearse answers 

to tough questions 

about your 

background, such as 

a recent termination 

or and employment 

gap. Practicing with 

your spouse or a 

friend before the 

interview will help 

you to frame 

intelligent responses.

The 3 Steps of 

Successful Interviews: 

Preparation, Presentation, 

and Practice 

As a general rule, 

interviews last between 

20-30 mints so the time 

to make the impact 

needed to win the job is 

brief! This means you 

can‘t have a ―seat of the 

pants‖ approach. Ask 

any person who has an 

unsuccessful interview 

and they usually tell you 

they tried to ―wing it‖. 

Most people learn from 

this the importance of 

preparation. 

Step 1 

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Preparation 

Research the Company: 

―Not many applicants 

had taken the time to 

find out about us‖, said 

one of the Graduate 

Recruitment employers. 

Research indicates lack 

of company knowledge is 

one of the most common 

reasons for failure in an 

interview. A common 

question in job interview 

is, ―why do you want to 

work for us‖? and to 

answer this you need to 

know about the 

company. 

• What the company 

does, location, 

turnover, annual 

reports, company 

websites, corporate 

profiles, business pages 

and magazines, library 

databases. 

• Name of the Chief 

Executive. 

• Organizational 

structure and culture. 

• Products and services. 

• Positions available in 

different areas 

• Main competitors 

• Current business / 

industry environment 

in which they operate. 

Note mergers, joint 

ventures and awards.

• What does the position 

involve? 

• What competencies / 

skills are necessary for 

the position? 

If there is not a job 

description outlining the 

qualities and 

competencies being 

looked for, try to talk 

with people who have 

worked or are working for 

the company. 

Know Your CV: 

Read through your job 

application to remind 

yourself of what you 

wrote – it is all too easy 

when doing multiple job 

applications to get 

muddled. 

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Take a copy to the 

interview. By the time 

you are interviewed, your 

interview panel may have 

read a number of CVs. 

No matter how brilliant 

you think yours is, CVs 

have habit of blurring. 

Your task in the interview 

is to highlight your CV by 

breathing life into it. 

Prepare your evidence: 

Variety is the spice of any 

interview so give them a 

range of examples to 

remember you by! There 

is nothing worse in an 

interview than a person 

using the same old 

example every time. 

Use the simple SAR 

approach to prepare your 

behavioral examples: 

Situation 

outline the situation 

briefly and concisely 

Action I took 

tell them what you did 

(focus in an interview is 

on ―I‖ not ―we‖). 

Result or outcome 

don‘t leave this bit outwere 

you 

successful/what did you 

learn?

Prepare the answers to 

questions: 

Be mentally prepared for 

a question you have not 

thought of and don‘t let it 

throw you. Some 

interviewers very fond of 

the fantastical scenario 

approach and there is no 

right or wrong answer 

here; they are interested 

in the way you approach 

a problem and how you 

think. Be aware of being 

over-rehearsed. 

Prepare question to ask 

them: 

• To whom will I be 

accountable in this 

position? 

• Will the company 

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support on-going study 

and development? 

• Will there be 

opportunities for 

increased responsibility 

and broader 

experiences in the 

company? 

• How many people work 

in this 

office/department? 

• What is the typical 

work week? Is overtime 

expected? 

• If I am extended a job 

offer, how soon would 

you like me to start? 

• When can I expect to 

hear from you? 

• Are there any other 

questions I can answer 

for you? 

Interview Questions 

NOT to Ask: 

• What does this 

company do? (Do your 

research ahead of 

time!) 

• If I get the job when 

can I take time off for 

vacation? (Wait until 

you get the offer to 

mention prior 

commitments) 

• Can I change my 

schedule if I get the 

job? (If you need to 

figure out the logistics 

of getting to work don't 

mention it now...) 

• Did I get the job? (Don't 

be impatient. They'll let 

you know.)

• Why the last person left 

the job? 

• What are the pay and 

perks in the job.? 

How to clam your 

nerves: 

Not many people find the 

prospect of a job 

interview exciting! 

Sometimes the more you 

want the job, the more 

anxious, nervous, and 

tense it can make you. 

Work out how to clam 

your nerves by looking at 

ways that have worked 

for you in the past and 

factor this into this into 

your preparation. 

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Creative visualization: 

Sports teams 

successfully use a 

technique of picturing 

themselves winning. 

Visualize yourself in the 

interview handling it with 

clam confidence. 

Deep breathing can have 

a very calming effect, 

while having the side 

benefit of oxygenating 

your brain so you can 

think better! 

Reflect on a time when 

you were proud of the 

way you handled a 

situation and remind 

yourself of how you felt a 

that time. 

It is especially important 

to have an image of 

yourself as a successful 

person when you are 

waiting outside that 

interview room! Carry the 

image with you into the 

room. 

Consider the logistics: 

The Interviewers: 

• You are entitled to 

know how many people 

are on the interview 

panel 

• Their names and job 

titles

When you are nervous it 

can be hard remembering 

names. Calling someone 

the wrong name is getting 

off on the wrong foot. 

You can prepare for the 

different questions they 

will ask; the Human 

Resources person will 

have a different 

perspective from the 

technical expert. 

The Process: 

Do you know if there are 

other tasks to be given to 

you or is the interview 

the sole means of 

assessment? 

It pays to be prepared 

mentally for any 

psychometric testing. 

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At the interview they will 

probably outline the next 

steps so it is premature 

to ask before the 

interview. 

Documents: 

Decide what to take with 

you and how you will 

carry them: 

• CV and Cover letter. 

• Original copy of 

academic transcript 

• Copy of awards, 

references. 

• Questions you want to 

ask. 

The Location: 

Where exactly is the 

interview to be held? 

Get clear instructions 

and write these down. 

Plan how you will get 

there, and allow for 

traffic delays. Have 

contact phone number 

for emergencies. Being 

late is not a good look 

and creates the lasting 

kind of impression very 

hard to recover. 

Have a good night’s 

sleep 

Having done your 

preparation, you can 

spend the night prior to 

the interview not 

cramming your head with 

information but treating 

yourself to a decent 

dinner and an early 

night.

IMPORTANT Tip 

If you can go to the place 

the day before and have a 

―dry run‖ by checking out 

the building and even 

seeing the dress code of 

people who work there. 

Introduce yourself to the 

reception, tell them you 

have an interview the 

following day and check 

out any publicity material 

available you have not 

already viewed. If you 

intend to do this, 

remember to dress 

smartly as they may 

invite you and show you 

round! 

STUDENTS 

At the interview they will 

probably outline the next 

steps so it is premature 

to ask before the 

interview. 

Documents: 

Decide what to take with 

you and how you will 

carry them: 

• CV and Cover letter. 

• Original copy of 

academic transcript 

• Copy of awards, 

references. 

• Questions you want to 

ask. 

The Location: 

Where exactly is the 

interview to be held? 

Get clear instructions 

and write these down. 

Step 2 

Presentation 

People often say, ―It only 

takes a few minutes to 

make a lasting 

impression‖ or, ―You 

don‘t get a second chance 

to make a first 

impression‖. Within ten 

seconds the person 

you‘ve just met is busy 

building a picture based 

on the image you 

projected! It is also said 

ninety percent of the 

interview is spent 

substantiating that first 

impression.

Dress: 

The first impression you 

make on a potential 

employer is the most 

important one. The first 

judgment an interviewer 

makes is going to be 

based on how you look 

and what you are 

wearing. That's why it's 

always important to 

dress professionally for 

a job interview, even if 

the work environment 

is casual. 

What's the appropriate 

dress code for an 

interview? You'll want 

that first impression to 

be not just a good one, 

but, a great one. 

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The candidate dressed in a 

suit and tie is going to make 

a much better impression 

than the candidate dressed 

in scruffy jeans and a t-shirt. 

How to Dress for an 

Interview: 

Men’s Interview Attire 

• Suit (solid color - navy or dark 

grey) 

• Long sleeve shirt (white or 

coordinated with the suit) 

• Belt 

• Tie 

• Dark socks, conservative leather 

shoes 

• Little or no jewelry 

• Neat, professional hairstyle 

• Limit the aftershave 

• Neatly trimmed nails 

• Portfolio or briefcase 

Women’s Interview Attire 

• Suit (navy, black or dark grey) 

• The suit skirt should be long 

enough so you can sit down 

comfortably 

• Coordinated blouse 

• Conservative shoes 

• Limited jewelry (no dangling 

earrings or arms full of bracelets) 

• No jewelry is better than cheap 

jewelry 

• Professional hairstyle 

• Neutral pantyhose 

• Light make-up and perfume 

• Neatly manicured clean nails 

• Portfolio or briefcase

What Not to Bring to 

the Interview 

• Gum 

• Cell phone 

• Coffee or Tea 

Interview Attire Tips 

• Before you even think 

about going on an 

interview, make sure 

you have appropriate 

interview attire and 

everything fits 

correctly. 

• Get your clothes ready 

the night before, so you 

don't have to spend 

time getting them ready 

on the day of the 

interview. 

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• If your clothes are dry 

clean only, take them 

to the cleaners after an 

interview, so they are 

ready for next time. 

• Polish your shoes. 

• Bring a breath mint 

and use it before you 

enter the building. 

Step 3 

Practice 

Practice is important for 

helping an interviewee 

see themselves and hear 

themselves as other do. 

One of the greatest assets 

for a job seeker is a 

―truth teller‖, 

a person who will give 

honest feedback when 

you practice in front of 

them. 

Ask them to not tone of 

voice, hand gestures, eye 

contact, sitting position 

and other body language. 

Practice your interviewing 

technique so you look 

like you belong. Your 

practice will benefit your 

performance greatly. Here 

are some tips to help you 

prepare your 

presentation 

professionally.

• Practicing for an 

interview is much like 

readying yourself for a 

public speech. Your job 

is to sell yourself as the 

only one for the job. Be 

able to enumerate the 

specific reasons why. 

• Do not mention skills 

you do not possess. 

Your potential employer 

may test you. 

• If you don't understand 

a question, ask for 

clarification--you must 

do this anyway to 

survive on a job. 

Follow Up 

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Always follow-up with a 

thank you letter 

reiterating your interest 

in the position. If you 

interview with multiple 

people send each one a 

thank you note. 

Writing a thank you 

letter, or thank you 

email, after an 

employment interview is 

a must. In fact, some 

employers think less of 

those interviewees who 

fail to follow-up promptly. 

Plan to send out your 

thank you letters or 

thank you letter as soon 

as possible (preferably 

within twenty-four hours) 

after your interview.

Customize Your Thank 

You Letters 

Like any piece of writing, 

it is best to keep your 

audience in mind. 

Address their issues and 

concerns. In general, 

typed (paper or email) 

thank you letters are 

recommended. 

View Your Thank You 

Letters as Sales Letters 

You may also view your 

thank you letters as 

follow-up "sales" letters. 

In other words, you can 

restate why you want the 

job, what your 

qualifications are, how 

you might make 

significant contributions, 

and so on. 

STUDENTS 

This thank you letter is 

also the perfect 

opportunity to discuss 

anything of importance 

that your interviewer 

neglected to ask or that 

you neglected to answer 

as thoroughly, or as well, 

as you would have liked. 

Group Thank You 

Letters 

What if you spent an 

entire day being 

interviewed (and taken to 

lunch) with several 

people? Are individual 

thank you letter 

appropriate or should 

you write a "group" 

letter? 

Choose your approach 

based on what you think 

will be most in keeping 

with the "personality" of 

the organization. Also, 

consider whether the 

interviews had very much 

in common with one 

another. If there was a 

great deal of similarity 

(i.e., shared concerns 

mutually voiced by your 

interviewers), perhaps a 

"group" letter will suffice. 

My preference though, 

would be to take the 

extra time and send an 

individual thank you 

letter to everyone you met 

with.

Follow Up Letter Guide 

A Follow Up Letter 

should convey these 

points: 

1. I am still interested 

in the company's 

current concerns and 


2. I have something 

specific to contribute 

that would benefit 

the company. 

3. I would like to hear 

from you soon. 

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STUDENTS 

Some Do’s & Don’ts: 

• Plan to arrive on time 

or a few minutes early. 

Late arrival for a job 

interview is not 

excusable. 

• If presented with an 

application, do fill it 

out neatly and 

completely. Don‘t rely 

on your application or 

resume to do the 

selling for you. 

Interviewers will want 

you to speak for 

yourself. 

• Greet the interviewer 

by last name if you are 

sure of the 

pronunciation. 

If not, 

ask the employer to 

repeat it. 

•Give the appearance of 

energy as you walk. 

Smile! Shake hands 

firmly. Be genuinely 

glad to meet the 

interviewer. 

• Wait until you are 

offered a chair before 

sitting. Sit upright, look 

alert and interested at 

all times. Be a good 

listener as will as a 

good communicator. 

• Look a prospective 

employer in the eye 

while speaking.

• Follow the interviewer‘s 

leads, but try to get the 

interviewer to describe 

the position and the 

duties to you early in 

the interview so that 

you can apply your 

background, skills and 

accomplishments to the 

position. 

• Make sure that your 

good points come 

across to the 

interviewer in a factual, 

sincere manner. Stress 

achievements. 

• Always conduct 

yourself as if you are 

determined to get the 

job you are discussing. 

Never close the door on 

opportunity. 

STUDENTS 

• Show enthusiasm. If 

you are interested in 

the opportunity, 

enthusiastic feedback 

can enhance your 

chances of being 

further considered. If 

you are not interested, 

your responsiveness 

will still demonstrate 

your professionalism. 

• Don‘t forget to bring a 

copy of your CV 

(Resume) keep several 

copies on hand 

• Don‘t smoke . Even if 

the interviewer does 

and offers you a 

cigarette . Do not chew 

gum 

• Don‘t answer with a 

simple ―yes‖ or ―no‖ 

Explain whenever 

possible. Describe 

those things about 

yourself which relate to 

the situation 

• Don‘t lie. Answer 

questions truthfully, 

frankly and succinctly 

• Don‘t make 

unnecessary derogatory 

remarks about your 

present or former 

employers. Obviously, 

there were issues or 

else you would not 

have left a prior 

company or be looking 

to leave a present 

employer.

However when 

explaining your reasons 

to adequately 

communicate your 

rational. 

• Don‘t over answer 

questions and if the 

interview steers the 

conversation into 

politics or controversial 

issues, try to do more 

listening than speaking 

since this could be 

sensitive situation. 

• Don‘t inquire about the 

salary , vacations, 

bonuses, retirement, 

etc. on the initial 

interview unless you 

are sure the employer 

is interested in hiring 

you. 

STUDENTS 

If the interviewer asks 

what salary you want, 

indicate what you‘ve 

earned but you‘re more 

interested in 

opportunity than 

specific salary 

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STEP 3 

Employability Skills 

Introduction 

The tow greatest concerns 

of employers today are 

finding good workers and 

training them. 

The difference between 

the skills needed on the 

job and those possesses 

by applicants, sometimes 

called the skills-gap, is of 

real concern of human 

resources managers and 

business owners looking 

to hire competent 

employees. 

While employers would 

prefer to hire people who 

are trained and ready to 

go to work, they are 

usually willing to provide 

the specialized , jobspecific 

training 

necessary for those 

lacking such skills.

Finding workers who 

have employability or job 

readiness skills that help 

them fit into and remain 

in the work environment 

is a real problem. 

Employers need reliable, 

responsible workers who 

can solve problems and 

who have social skills 

and attitudes to work 

together with other 

workers. 

Employees with these 

skills are in demand and 

are considered valuable 

human capital assets to 

companies. 

STUDENTS 

Definition 

The Australian Council of 

Educational research (ACER) 

identified a range of 

descriptors for the 

characteristics learners are 

expected to acquire. 

These are included in the 

table below : 

Descriptor 

Skills 

Competencies 

Attributes, 

competencies, 

and 

characteristics 

Definition 

Commonly understood to 

refer to an ability to 

perform a specific task 

Used to refer to an 

observable behavior 

performed to a specifies 

level and therefore 

provides a basis for the 

assessment of 

performance 

Refer to those capabilities 

of an individual in most 

instances although " 

characteristics" is 

sometimes used to 

describe a workplace/job 

specific requirement. 

Employability skills are 

those basic, generic 

skills, attitudes and 

behaviors necessary for 

getting, keeping, and 

doing well on a job . 

They are required not 

only to gain employment , 

but also to progress 

within an enterprise so 

as to achieve ones 

potential and contribute 

successfully to enterprise 

strategic direction.

Employers look for 

Employability Skills in 

new recruits and they 

develop them through 

training programs in 

current employees to 

integrate and use them in 

varying combinations 

depending on the nature 

of the job activities, and 

to get along with their 

fellow workers and 

supervisors and to make 

critical decisions. 

STUDENTS 

Unlike occupational or 

technical skills, 

employability skills are 

generic in nature rather 

than job specific and cut 

across all industry types, 

business seizes , and job 

levels from the entry level 

worker to the senior-most 

position. 

Employability = Employ + ability 

Employability Skills are 

developed in school and 

through a variety of life 

experiences outside 

school. The student, the 

family and the 

educational system, 

supported and enhanced 

by the rest of the society, 

share this responsibility. 

Literally that is the ability to be employed - potentially in lots of deferent jobs and workplaces. 

Employability skills = the basic skills needed to function effectively at work , no matter what kind of 

work you're doing.

Why ? 

Economic glob has been 

through a decades of 

changes and economic 

growth and a strong 

focus on productivity 

improvement. Enterprises 

, in recognition of the 

economic challenges and 

globalization, have 

implemented a range of 

strategies to support 

growth and increase their 

international 

competitiveness. Such 

strategies include 

multitasking , greater 

automation , workforce 

restructuring . 

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All of this led to changes 

in jobs by making more 

people working part-time 

jobs part of the year, 

workers making living 

through combination of 

different types of work, 

keeping customers happy 

is becoming more 

important, fewer 

opportunities for lower 

educational skills, and 

greater emphasis on 

trades and technology. 

With companies continue 

to downsize, technology 

development and more 

people doing business 

globally, focus on 

adaptation, cost 

reduction, increased 

productivity, new 

markets / products / 

services , only workers 

who have more different 

responsibilities will 

remain, recruitment and 

training choices are being 

largely driven by these 

business strategies. In 

this environment 

employees will need to be 

supporting increased 

competitiveness, 

flexibility, innovation, 

client focus and to use 

their skills in new ways.

Categories 

Employability skills , 

while categorized in may 

different ways are 

generally divided into 

three sets: 

1. Basic Academic 

Skills: Essential for 

high performance, 

gained from school 

• Reading 

• Writing 

• Science 

• Math 

• Oral Communication 

• Listening 

• Foreign Languages 

Fluency 

• Information / 

Communication 

Technology Handling 

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2. Higher-Order 

Thinking Skills: To 

do well and advance , 

important to job 

success , gained by 

self experience , 

development and 

learning 

• Self Learning 

• Reasoning 

• Creativity 

• Decision Making 

• Problem Solving 

• Logical Thinking 

3. Personal Qualities: 

To effectively utilize 

the worker 

• Responsible , 

Accountable for the 

action taken 

• Self Confidence & Self 

esteem toward growth, 

learning, and personal 

health 

• Self Control 

• Social Skills 

• Honest and personal 

Ethics 

• Integrity & Reliability 

• Adaptable & Flexible 

• Team Spirit 

• Punctual and Efficient 

• Self Directed 

• Positive Balanced 

Attitude 

• Personal Presentation 

• Cooperative 

• Self Motivated 

• Self Management 

• Enthusiasm 

• Ability to deal with 

pressure 

• Loyalty 

• Commonsense 

• Commitment

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What Are they ? 

According to research 

conducted by the 

Department of 

Education, Science and 

Training and the 

Australian National 

Training Authority 

(DEST, ANTA March 

2002), the most common 

skills sought by 

employers are: 

Key Skills 

Communication 

Basic Definitions – Ability to... 

Convey information in both verbal and 

written formats as appropriate for the 

needs of the target audience. It 

includes : 

Listening and understanding 

Speaking clearly and directly 

Writing to the needs of the 

audience 

Negotiating responsively 

Reading independently 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Empathising 

Using numeracy effectively 

including graphs, charts, and 

displays 

Understanding the needs of 

internal and external customers 

Persuading effectively 

Establishing and using 

networks 

Being assertive 

Sharing information 

Speaking and writing in 

languages other than Arabic .

STUDENTS 

Key Skills 

Interpersonal 

 


Develop a rapport with others and form working relationships, listen effectively, 

manage conflict, understand human motivation, understand and respect cultural 

difference and have a global focus on interpersonal skills. 

Teamwork Work in groups towards a combined effort. It includes: 

Working with people of different ages, gender, race, religion or political persuasion 

Understand and contribute to the organizational goals 

Plan and make decisions with others and support the outcomes 

Respect the thoughts and opinions of others in the group 

Exercise " give and take" to achieve group results 

Working as an individual and as a member of a team 

Knowing how to define a role as part of a team 

Applying teamwork skills to a range of situations eg, crisis 

Identifying strengths of team members 

Coaching, mentoring, and giving feedback when appropriate to raise the 

performance 

Leadership Influence, supervise, direct and motivate others to achieve a recognised objective. 

Accuracy Be precise and correct in approach to tasks, have an eye for detail.

STUDENTS 

Key Skills 


Interpersonal Develop a rapport with others and form working relationships, listen effectively, 

manage conflict, understand human motivation, understand and respect cultural 

difference and have a global focus on interpersonal skills. 

Teamwork Work in groups towards a combined effort. It includes: 

Working with people of different ages, gender, race, religion or political persuasion 

Understand and contribute to the organizational goals 

Plan and make decisions with others and support the outcomes 

Respect the thoughts and opinions of others in the group 

Exercise " give and take" to achieve group results 

Working as an individual and as a member of a team 

Knowing how to define a role as part of a team 

Applying teamwork skills to a range of situations eg, crisis 

Identifying strengths of team members 

Coaching, mentoring, and giving feedback when appropriate to raise the performance 

Leadership Influence, supervise, direct and motivate others to achieve a recognised objective. 

Accuracy Be precise and correct in approach to tasks, have an eye for detail. 

Creativity Originate or imagine new ideas, methods, or products.

STUDENTS 

Key Skills 

Problem solving 


Understand and deal with difficult questions or things, apply logic or reasoning to 

review information, identify problems, their causes, evaluate options and select the 

best solution. It includes: 

Developing creative, innovative solutions 

Developing practical solutions 

Showing independence and initiative in identifying problems and solving them 

Solving problems in teams 

Applying a range of strategies to problem solving (Technology, Instruments , Tools, ..) 

Using mathematics including budgeting and financial management to solve 

problems 

Applying problem-solving strategies across a range of areas (Science , Social , 

Technology ..) 

Testing assumptions, taking the context of data and circumstances into account 

Resolving customer concerns in relation to complex project issues. 

Initiative and enterprise 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Act without prompting, readiness to be energetic and inventive and contribute to 

innovative outcomes. It includes : 

Adapting to new situations 

Energy and persistence to get the job done 

Developing a strategic long-term vision 

Being creative 

Identifying opportunities not obvious to others 

Translating ideas into action 

Generating a range of options 

Initiating innovative solutions

STUDENTS 

Key Skills 

Planning and Organising 


Coordinate and give orderly structure to things or tasks. It includes: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Managing time and priorities – setting timelines, coordinating tasks for self and 

others 

Being resourceful 

Taking initiative and making decisions 

Adapting resource allocations to cope with contingencies 

Establishing clear project goals and deliverables 

Allocating people and resources to tasks 

Planning the use of resources including time 

Participating in continuous improvement and planning 

Developing a vision and a proactive plan to accompany it 

Predicting – weighing up risk, evaluating alternatives, applying evaluation criteria 

Collecting, analysing, and organising information 

Understanding basic business systems and their relationships. 

Flexibility Vary or adjust ones approach or style according to situational demands, welcome and 

manage change. Suggest new ideas to get the job done – creatively

STUDENTS 

Key Skills 

Self management 


Cope with, prioritise and meet one's own work and personal commitments, have clear 

personal goals and strategies and measure performance in regards to these goals, be proactive 

in career planning, time management and setting challenges, show personal and 

professional restraint and seek balance in all life aspects, including health and fitness. It 

includes: 

 

 

 

 

 

Having a personal vision and goals 

Evaluating and monitoring own performance 

Having knowledge and confidence in own ideas and vision 

Articulating own ideas and vision 

Taking responsibility.

STUDENTS 

Key Skills 

Ability to learn 


Acquire additional new knowledge or skills via study, experience or through teaching or 

training. It includes: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Managing own learning 

Contributing to the learning community at the workplace 

Using a range of mediums to learn – mentoring, peer support, networking, IT, courses 

Applying learning to technical issues (eg, products) and people issues (eg, 

interpersonal) 

Having enthusiasm for ongoing learning 

Being willing to learn in any setting, on and off the job 

Being open to new ideas and techniques 

Being prepared to invest time and effort in learning new skills 

Acknowledging the need to learn in order to accommodate change.

STUDENTS 

Key Skills 

Technology and Computers 


Work with new technology and demonstrate proficiency with computer programs. 

It includes: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Having a range of basic IT skills 

Applying IT as a management tool 

Using IT to organise data 

Being willing to learn new IT skills 

Having the occupational health and safety knowledge to apply technology 

Having the appropriate physical capacity.

The following skills and 

attributes have been 

identified as those 

required for the careers of 

the 21st Century by 

(Skills for Graduates in 

the 21st Century, The 

Association of Graduate 

Recruiters, 1999) . 

• Self-awareness: 

Identify skills, values, 

interests and other 

personal attributes. 

Identify core strengths 

and what sets you apart. 

Equipped with evidence 

of abilities. Seeks and 

gives feedback. Able to 

identify areas for 

personal, academic and 

professional 

development. 

STUDENTS 

• Self-promotion: 

Written and oral. Defines 

and promotes own 

agenda. Can identify 

customer needs 

(academic/community/e 

mployer). Sells benefits 

not just features. 

• Exploring and 

creating opportunities: 

Can identify, create, 

investigate and seize 

opportunities. Has 

research skills to find 

information, help and 

support. 

• Action planning: 

Plan action to address: 

Where am I now? Where 

do I want to be? How do I 

get there? 

Implement action plan: 

organise time, identify 

steps to goal and prepare 

contingency plans. 

Monitor and evaluate 

progress against 

objectives. 

• Networking: 

Define, develop and 

maintain. Good telephone 

skills. 

• Matching and 

decision making: 

Understands personal 

priorities and constraints 

(internal and external). 

Able to balance 

work/home pressures. 

Match opportunities to 

skills, knowledge, values 

and interests. Makes 

informed decisions.

• Negotiation: 

Negotiate psychological 

contract from position of 

powerlessness. Win/win 

agreements. 

• Political awareness: 

Understands hidden 

tensions and power 

struggles. Knows location 

of power and influence. 

• Coping with 

uncertainty: 

Able to adapt goals in the 

light of changing 

circumstances. Able to 

take risks. 

• Development focus: 

Committed to lifelong 

learning. Understands 

preferred method and 

style of learning. 

STUDENTS 

Reflects on learning from 

experiences, good and 

bad. Able to learn from 

mistakes of others. 

Transfer skills: Able to 

apply skills to new 

contexts. 

• Self-confidence: 

Has an underlying 

confidence in abilities, 

based on past successes. 

Has a personal sense of 

self-worth, not dependent 

on performance. 

Acquiring Employability 

skills 

Meaningful reflection 

takes practice. As you are 

continually learning and 

experiencing new things 

in life, it is therefore 

important to continually 

reflect on your skills and 

attributes that are likely 

to change over time. On a 

regular basis, try to make 

some time to think about 

your progress. At first, 

you may need to guide 

your reflection with 

questions such as these: 

• What did I learn today? 

• What did I do well? 

• What am I confused 

about? 

• What do I need help 

with? 

• What do I want to know 

more about? 

• What am I going to 

work on improving 

next?

Remember that in order 

to succeed you need to be 

proactive - you are in 

charge of your own 

career. It is important 

that you use your time at 

UNSW to enhance your 

awareness of the 

changing world of work 

and yourself, to generate 

your own career options 

and to manage your own 

personal development 

throughout all stages of 

life. This will help you to 

become a Self Reliant 

Graduate. So try to take 

advantage of as many 

opportunities as possible 

in order to improve your 

skills and abilities as a 

starting point. 

STUDENTS 

Perhaps you need to 

upgrade your skills to 

advance at work or get 

another job. Maybe you 

just want to learn a new 

skill for your own 

purposes. Whatever your 

learning need, you have a 

wide variety of options to 

achieve your goals. 

• Find the Right 

Program: 

Perhaps you need to 

finish high school or 

upgrade a particular 

skill. Maybe you want to 

go to college or 

university. Whatever your 

situation, there are a 

wide variety of programs 

• Self-Study: 

You are already use this 

method informally to 

learn how to do everyday 

tasks. But self-study is 

also a way you can learn 

more systematically. 

• On the Job Learning: 

Training at work can be 

as informal as finding 

someone to help you 

learn a skill to being in 

an apprenticeship 

program. Learn about 

different kinds of on-thejob 

learning methods 

such as: 

• Specialized training 

• Coaching/mentoring 

• Job shadowing 

• Internships

• Volunteerism 

• Apprenticeship 

• Professional 

development 

• In the Classroom : 

Are you considering 

taking a classroom 

course? Many adults find 

that going back to school 

is a positive and 

enriching experience. 

Why? Because they are: 

• Highly motivated. 

• Eager to learn quickly 

because their time is 

valuable. 

• Bring useful 

background knowledge 

to classroom 

discussions. 

STUDENTS 

The result is that most 

adults find that any 

problems they had at 

school when they were 

young no longer exist. In 

fact, many instructors 

say that their adult 

students are challenging, 

stimulating and 

rewarding to teach 

because of their 

curiosity/life experiences. 

• Online Learning : 

Some people live too far 

from a school; others 

have schedules that don't 

allow for a regular 

classroom program. If 

you fit this "picture," 

then learning online 

could be a good learning 

option. 

Jotting down the answers 

to the following questions 

will help you create an 

Action Learning Plan 

for getting the learning 

experience you want 

• What do I want to 

learn? 

• Why do I want to learn 

this? 

• What are the possible 

ways of learning? 

• What method will work 

best given the way I like 

to learn and how I 

intend to use it? 

• What resources and 

supports are available 

to help me?

• How will I know I've 

learned? 

• What are the things I 

need to do and when do 

I need to do them? 

Employability Skills 

Assessment 

The best way to assess 

your skills and abilities is 

to consider the situations 

in which you have 

demonstrated or applied 

them. Some of the areas 

of life experience that you 

may want to consider 

include: 

STUDENTS 

1. Academic experience 

and results 

2. Work experience – 

paid and unpaid 

3. Extra curricular 

involvement 

These three areas are 

ones most typically 

examined by employers 

when they recruit 

graduates. This is 

because they usually 

provide an employer with 

the best evidence of the 

skills they value and all 

employers are looking for 

the Balanced Graduate. 

Other ways in which you 

can further understand 

and evaluate your skills 

and abilities is by 

discussing them with 

friends, colleagues and 

family members.

STEP 4 

Networking and self 

promotion 

What is networking? 

Networking is the process 

of making contacts and 

exchanging information 

with other people. It 

involves building 

relationships and 

creating a personal set of 

contacts that may be able 

to help you in some way 

and you may be able to 

help in some way. 

STUDENTS 

Networking is attentively 

and consciously meeting 

people, being interested 

in them, remembering 

who they are and what 

they do, and exchanging 

information with them 

over time. 

Organizations themselves 

engage in networking 

when they need new 

employees. As a job 

seeker, your aim should 

be to make sure that 

their networks intersect 

the network you created. 

Your Network 

Organization 

Network 

Many good positions are 

never posted, because a 

qualified candidate 

learned of the position by 

talking to the right people 

at the right time, and the 

position was filled 

without any formal 

advertisement. 

Employers often hire 

through contacts because 

they prefer to hire 

someone they know. If 

they receive a 

recommendation of a 

good candidate, they can 

feel confident in their 

new employee while 

saving time and money 

as compare to the 

traditional job posting 

methods.

Hiring through contacts 

bypasses the need to 

advertise a position, read 

countless CV‘s, and 

interview many 

candidates. With this in 

mind, you can see how it 

is beneficial for 

employers and job 

candidates to network. 

Why to network? 

1. The single best 

source for new 

positions is ―Word-ofmouth‖. 

2. Gives you an earlier 

chance at an 

opportunity, at a time 

when you can still 

help shape the job 

STUDENTS 

description and 

influence the level 

and pay range of the 

position. 

3. Face less competition 

because no more 

than of other people 

will typically be 

brought in through 

an organization‘s own 

networking activities. 

4. Get you access to 

people who might not 

be responsive to 

direct approach 

letter, and provides 

you with the added 

advantage of a 

recommendation 

from someone the 

hiring manager 

knows 

5. conduct field 

research, learn about 

specific field that you 

are interested in. 

6. explore careers, learn 

about what type of 

work exist in different 

fields. 

7. obtain information 

about organizations 

8. obtain career advice 

9. seek job – search 

advice 

10. create your own job 

or internship 

11. ―sanity – check‖ your 

approach. Testing 

your ability for hiring 

in a certain field.

Who to network with? 

No limits for networking, 

network with every one. 

That means: relatives, 

family, friends, 

colleagues, professors, 

guest speakers in you 

class, organizations, 

doctors, people line in the 

coffee shop, any one that 

works in the community, 

etc……… 

Network etiquette ( How 

to network) ? 

• Be well prepared, be 

able to articulate as 

much as you know about 

what you are looking for 

in your career 

STUDENTS 

• Always be professional, 

courteous, and 

considerate. 

• Be interested in the 

people you meet. Most 

people enjoy the chance 

to tell you about their 

own careers and 

activities. 

• Be a genuine (real). 

Possess a sincere desire 

to learn. Be honest in 

asking for advice. If you 

are only interested in 

asking for a job, it will 

show, no matter how you 

disguise it. 

• Be gracious (polite) . 

Write a thank you letter 

when people take time to 

meet with you. Stay in 

touch. Update people in 

your network when you 

make significant progress 

in your research or job 

search. 

• Give back. Know 

enough about the people 

you meet to keep their 

needs in mind as you 

continue to network. You 

may be able to pass in 

ideas, articles, and 

contacts that will interest 

them.

• Use good judgment 

about the amount of time 

you request when you 

contact people. Do not 

overstay your welcome 

and don‘t ―return to the 

well‖ too many times 

• Shelve your shyness: 

you can learn to get over 

your shyness. Recognize 

that other people also 

feels the same way, 

practice your body 

language. Find a role 

model and make 

something that person 

does, like a confident 

handshake, part of your 

technique. 

STUDENTS 

• Join groups 

comfortably: at any 

gathering people will be 

talking in groups, to join 

a group use your body 

language, touch 

someone‘s arm gently 

and firmly to be 

considered then naturally 

the circle will be broken 

for you to enter, keep eye 

contact with the person 

you are talking to and 

smile while you listen. 

Take a moment to tune 

into the conversation and 

participate when you‘re 

ready. Introduce you self 

when there‘s a quiet 

period in the 

conversation. 

• Engage your partner: 

you can use body 

language to reward and 

encourage your partner. 

Establish eye contact, 

nod your head for non 

verbal encouragement, be 

nice – show your partner 

you are enjoying the 

conversation. Smile and 

use signals. Aim your 

attention at your partner 

and ease your attitude.

• Be seriously curious: 

networking is not just 

about talking, it‘s also 

about listening. Don‘t 

monopolize the 

conversation; encourage 

dialogue. Everyone has a 

story, use interview 

techniques to avoid did 

end questions. Ask 

people where they came 

from and how they got 

where they are. Make 

other people talk. 

STUDENTS 

• Be careful of turnoffs: 

just as easily you 

can enter a group, you 

can also have people 

scrambling to make a run 

for it. Don‘t do 

monologues or tell the 

details, they are boring 

and lose people attention. 

At the same time don‘t 

interrupt others. 

Persistence is a good 

value but know when to 

stop probing. Be careful 

of flirting, becoming 

intoxicated or using 

offensive language. This 

type of behavior can 

make you an unattractive 

conversation partner at 

this and future events. 

Establishing a new 

Contact ( asking for 

informational interview) 

Networking letter is 

designed to generate 

informational interview 

not job interviews. Which 

allow you to meet 

individuals who can give 

you specific information 

about your intended 

career. Your purpose in 

seeking informational 

interviews may vary, but 

your reasons for wanting 

to meet with a contact 

person must be genuine 

and sincere.

it remains a viable way to 

conduct job market 

research, refine career 

goals, and uncover 

vacancies information in 

an industry or a 

geographical region. 

Informational 

interviewing isn‘t a magic 

shortcut to employment; 

it requires solid 

preparation, sincerity, 

and much effort. 

The networking letter is 

the first step in the 

informational interview 

process. Normally, a 

resume is not attached to 

a networking letter, but it 

may be presented during 

the interview itself to help 

STUDENTS 

the interviewer address 

your questions. Your aim 

is to set up an 

introductory 

(informational) interview 

by sending a small 

number of letters and 

short CV‘s ( no more than 

10 and not all at the 

same time) to people that 

could be interested in 

your skills and 

experience. Standard 

letters is not a good idea. 

It is important that the 

recipient feels special, 

otherwise they will put 

your letter in the bin. Use 

the new technology to 

deliver your networking 

letter through emails or 

telephone calls. 

Informational 

Interviews 

one of the easiest way to 

build a professional 

network is through 

informational interviews. 

Informational 

interviewing offers a 

resource for finding jobs, 

which are not publicly 

advertised. By contacting 

people already in your 

chosen specialization, 

you have access to 

―inside information‖ 

about careers paths, the 

skills necessary to 

succeed, and people to 

contact who may have 

positions available.

What’s Informational 

Interview? 

Informational 

Interviewing (career 

conversations) is the 

process of having 

conversations with 

individuals ( generally 

referred to them as career 

advisors ) about their 

work as a method of 

career exploration and 

network building. 

Informational 

interviewing is NOT job 

seeking or job 

interviewing. These 

career conversations 

provide an opportunity 

to: 

STUDENTS 

• Gather career – related 

information and advice 

about an organization, 

job, and related 

professional concerns 

that are not available 

from written sources. 

• Create contacts and 

build relationships with 

people in your career 

field. 

By speaking with 

professionals in a career, 

you will be better 

informed and have the 

chance to learn the 

vocabulary of the field – 

knowledge that will help 

you to present yourself 

more effectively in job 

interviews. 

( A primary complaint of 

employment interviews is 

that job candidates are 

not well informed about 

their field of interest ) 

Optimal outcomes 

might include one or 

more of the following : 

• You learn enough 

about the field to know 

that is or is not for you. 

• You get new ideas for 

possible careers and/or 

jobs in this or related 

field, or even in different 

field.

• If you visit your 

contact‘s workplace, you 

gain a firsthand 

impression of a specific 

work environment. 

• If you are already 

decided on a career field, 

you get practical ideas 

and insider advice about 

how to enter that field, i.e 

.. job hunting strategies, 

way to research job 

openings, informed 

guesswork about where 

the best jobs might be. 

• You get the names of 

other people in your field 

of interest who can give 

you more information. 

STUDENTS 

• You develop and 

maintain friendly 

relationships with your 

contacts over time and 

they may alert you to 

future job opportunities. 

Who are Career 

Advisors? 

People agree to be 

interviewed for a variety 

of reasons: 

They enjoy getting to 

know other people who 

share their interest. 

As a courtesy to a mutual 

contact or affiliation. 

They enjoy sharing what 

they find rewarding, 

satisfying, and 

frustrating about their 

work, to pass along more 

specific information 

about their profession 

and employer. 

How do you prepare for 

a career conversation? 

Do your research first. 

Find out as much as 

possible about the 

individuals you plan to 

contact and their 

organizations and career 

fields. Read career 

literature, trade 

publications, and 

company information, 

and conduct research 

using the internet. See 

the career field section 

for specific resources.

• Think carefully about 

what you hope to learn 

and the kinds of 

questions that will elicit 

that information. Most 

people prefer to answer 

questions that require 

them to reflect on their 

work. Open ended, 

evaluative questions are 

often an effective way to 

start the conversation. 

The order and phrasing 

of your questions will 

depend on your own style 

and the flow of the 

conversation. 

STUDENTS 

• Write down a list of 

possible questions or 

topics before you begin to 

conduct advisor. 

• Start with your least 

intimidating contacts 

first. 

Some questions to ask 

in an informational 

interview include: 

• How do most people get 

into this filed ? 

• What skills / personal 

qualities, training, 

experience, education do 

you think are necessary 

to be successful in your 

field? 

• What the job is like? 

The challenges, rewards, 

encounters, decisions, 

frustrations, problems, 

time consumed. 

• What are the life style 

implication of the work? 

Salary, benefits, family, 

policy, travel, pressure, 

flexibility, security. 

• What is the normal 

work environment? 

Physical setting, people, 

organizational structure, 

culture. 

• What are the current 

issues of the industry? 

• What is a typical day 

like? 

• What would you do 

differently in your career 

path to get to where you 

are?

• Could you please look 

at my CV and give me 

feedback about what I 

can do to make myself a 

better candidate upon 

graduate? 

• Are there other related 

fields that I should be 

considering given my 

interests? 

• Is there someone else 

that I should contact for 

advice? May I use your 

name? 

The last question may be 

the most important. For 

every informational 

interview you should 

walk away with at least 

one more person to 

contact. 

STUDENTS 

In this way, you continue 

to expand your 

professional network. 

few interview guidelines: 

Do… 

• When requesting the 

interview, be clear and 

direct about the goal of 

your interview 

(informational not job) 

and the time commitment 

( 30- 40 minutes). Cite 

your referrals and sources 

and be prepared for phone 

interview. 

• Act professionally as 

you would for any 

interview, dress properly, 

confirm before one day, 

arrive little early… 

• Listen attentively and 

ask your questions with 

the flow of the 

conversation without 

loosing the track of the 

time. 

• Clarify any special 

point you missed or 

didn‘t understand , write 

any referrals or 

suggestions and then put 

your comments of what 

you learned after the 

interview immediately. 

• Stay with your time 

limit and be sensitive to 

any clue from the advisor 

that the time limit is 

over. 

• Write a thank you 

letter for the time the 

advisor consumed in 

interviewing you.

Don’t… 

• Ask them for a job even 

indirectly. 

• Forget to send a thank 

you note even for a phone 

appointment. 

• Speak with only one or 

two people and assume 

their view is a field 

representative. 

Matters of judgment 

Whether to write or 

call first. 

• Call first: if they have 

indicated that they would 

like to be contacted by 

phone or to confirm 

information you need to 

write to them ( such as 

address, title, correct 

spelling of name) 

STUDENTS 

• Write first: if you think 

that the contact would 

appreciate having a brief 

introduction by mail and 

sense of what you are 

exploring or if you are not 

confident introducing 

yourself on the phone. 

Remember even when 

writing follow up with a 

call. Experiment to see 

what works best for you. 

How and when to 

present a resume. 

You should always bring 

copies of your resume to 

an appointment with an 

advisor. 

Make sure that it is an 

efficient way to give your 

contact a sense of your 

background or as 

something that you seek 

advice on , rather than as 

a ploy to get a job. It is 

best to present your 

resume near the end of 

the meeting. 

To pay or not to pay 

For the lunch, drink, etc.. 

a good rule of thumb is 

―he who invites, offer to 

pay‖ so be prepared to 

offer a pay, or – as more 

likely- to pay for your 

own meal or to graciously 

accept their offer to pay.

Self presentation and 

your expectations 

Be yourself but also be 

sensitive to the 

impression you make. 

Make sure that your 

expectations are realistic; 

know what you hope to 

learn about their career 

fields, and don‘t expect 

them to offer you a job or 

to provide you with 

general career 

counseling. 

Going back to ask for 

job hunting help. 

It is reasonable to recontact 

the person when 

you have narrowed your 

focus and begun a job 

search. 

STUDENTS 

Write or call the advisor 

and remind her or him of 

your previous contact, 

explain your current 

situation and goals. Ask 

if he or she would mind 

passing along your 

resume or letting you 

know of job leads. 

Treat an informational 

interview as a 

professional meeting. Be 

prepared with questions, 

dress professionally , and 

arrive on time. Ask for a 

business card. It is 

important to get names, 

spellings and titles 

correct. 

Any informational 

interview could lead to a 

job, so always be 

prepared. It requires 

time, energy, a positive 

and appreciative attitude. 

The investment repays 

itself many times over by 

generating invaluable 

information, skills, and 

contacts in a process you 

can use throughout your 

life. In the future be 

willing to be advisor for 

others who may be 

conducting informational 

interviews.

Organize your contacts 

into an easily updatable 

system 

e.g. computer database, 

notebook, personal 

organizer, index cards, 

etc. you might find it 

useful to include the 

following information: 

• Name 

• Job / Role 

• Work details – 

company, address, 

phone, mobile , fax, 

email, website 

• Notes on the company 

– recent and future jobs, 

press coverage, etc 

• How / when you met 

• Mutual friends / 

acquaintances 

STUDENTS 

• Ideas and possible 

kinds of co-operation. 

Be proactive in 

developing and 

maintaining contacts 

• Gather potentially 

useful business 

cards/numbers from 

courses, conferences, 

meetings, etc. 

• Join a professional 

group representing your 

area of interest. 

• If you attend a course, 

ask fellow participants 

and tutors about their 

work and contacts. 

• Think about your social 

contacts – they may have 

friends or colleagues in 

the industry. 

The idea is to build up a 

network of contacts that 

you can call on for help, 

advice, or jobs. You have 

to know why you are 

networking, so work out 

who and what you need 

to know. 

Networking is a two-way 

street, so be prepared to 

share ideas and 

information. Make an 

effort to go to meetings 

and events where you 

think the people you 

need to know might be. 

You might not see an 

immediate benefit, but 

over time you‘ll increase 

your knowledge of your 

own profession and make 

useful contacts.

Don‘t underestimate the 

value of casual 

conversations. And 

remember to follow up 

and keep in touch. 

Self promotion 

Networking is a critical 

component to any 

successful job search. By 

now you know that 

you‘ve got to get out and 

meet new people to find 

the best leads. But 

there‘s something else 

that goes hand in hand 

with networking: Self – 

promotion is a crucial 

element to your success 

in finding a job, moving 

up to a better one and 

negotiating a raise. 

STUDENTS 

Beat the fear of self 

promotion 

Many negative 

connotations typically 

come to mind when 

thinking about self 

promotion. All of which 

unfortunately keep most 

people from feeling 

comfortable and 

confident when talking 

about themselves. you 

know all of the immature 

favorites: conceited, 

show-off, braggart, 

arrogant, egotistical. 

Nobody wants to fall 

victim to such namecalling. 

Yet , if you are not 

comfortable claiming 

your achievements and 

promoting yourself, it will 

be difficult if not 

impossible to get a head 

in your career. That‘s 

right, you‘ve got to toot 

your own horn! And toot 

it proudly.

How to overcome self 

promotion difficulties? 

We often talk about our 

responsibilities rather 

that our achievements. 

We‘ll rehash our previous 

job description instead of 

boasting about our 

accomplishments. We do 

this in our resumes, 

cover letters, 

conversations and 

interviews, which often 

hold us back from getting 

the job, raise or 

promotion we deserve. 

Ask for advice and 

practice turning every 

responsibility into an 

accomplishment. 

STUDENTS 

Make a point of going 

through your resume to 

make sure every sentence 

and every bullet reflects 

an accomplishment that 

can be quantified or 

qualified. This is not 

always possible, but in 

most cases you‘ll find 

statements that can be 

tweaked for a powerful 

improvement. 

Throughout your career , 

maintain a file or a 

notebook to track all of 

your achievements – big 

and small. Whether it is a 

―job well done‖ email 

from a colleague, a thank 

you note from a client or 

any other type of praise. 

At any given time you 

should be able to identify 

three to five of your 

biggest and proudest 

professional 

accomplishments. 

Knowing what your 

achievements are will 

enable you to seize 

opportunities to set 

yourself apart from the 

competition. Remember 

that job searching is all 

about sales: the product 

you are selling is you! If 

you‘re unable to convey 

the :product‖ benefit, it‘s 

more challenging to 

convince a potential 

buyer to go for it!

once you know what 

you‘re selling and why it 

is such a special product, 

when you‘re networking 

and interviewing 

situations you‘ll want to 

be able to smartly and 

succinctly convey your 

greatest strength. Many 

otherwise smart people 

blow great opportunities 

because they are 

unprepared when 

meeting someone new. 

one way to never be 

caught off guard is to 

always practice it, the 

more confident you‘ll feel 

about delivering. 

STUDENTS 

Be specific (focused) 

Beyond that, when 

promoting yourself to 

new contacts and asking 

them for help in your job 

search, you‘ll want to be 

as specific as possible 

with your request. For 

example ; when a 

manager gets calls or 

emails from people 

seeking very generic help, 

it‘s too time consuming 

for him to respond. The 

person who says: ‖ I have 

a wide variety of interests 

and I‘m open to anything‖ 

is forcing the manager to 

think too much for her, 

which means he is not 

likely to respond. 

On the other hand, the 

same manager much 

more likely to respond to 

the person who says: ― 

I‘m looking to get into 

pharmaceutical sales‖ or 

the applicants who write: 

‖ I want a job in 

corporate public 

relations‖ in those cases 

he is apt to offer 

suggested contacts and 

resources because they 

are making it easy for 

him to offer a few 

minutes of advice. 

It‘s completely acceptable 

- in fact in some cases 

encouraged- to have more 

than one pitch if you are 

exploring careers in 

different fields.

You can position and 

pitch yourself as an 

expert in three different 

fields, as long as you‘re 

able to describe your 

strengths, success and 

passion about each of 

these areas. You don‘t 

have to categorize 

yourself to one thing, but 

it‘s essential to make 

sure you are targeting 

each of these efforts. 

STUDENTS 

One of the biggest 

complaints recruiters 

have about job seekers is 

a lack of focus. This is 

especially true in an 

economic climate that 

has seen longer periods 

of unemployment that 

any of us would want. As 

the bill piles up and the 

frustration grows, 

jobseekers find 

themselves more 

desperate. That leads to 

the ― I‘ll take anything – 

just give me a job‖ 

approach, which is a 

huge turn off to potential 

employers. 

Be positive and 

proactive 

When there are many 

highly qualified 

candidates vying for the 

same position, it often 

comes down to the 

attitude. The candidate 

which the best outlook, 

the most positive 

personality and the more 

passion for the position 

usually gets the job. Your 

self-promotion should 

never include any 

negatives. Keep all 

professional 

conversations positive 

and proactive. Leave the 

baggage behind.

Be proud 

The last and perhaps the 

most important issue to 

realize is that you‘ve 

earned the right to 

celebrate your 

accomplishments. Many 

times when something 

great happens to us we 

can‘t believe it and we 

wind up questioning 

ourselves as to whether 

or not we deserve it. This 

is specially true for men 

and women. We worry 

that someone will wonder 

― who does s/he think 

s/he is?‖ . 

STUDENTS 

Fortunately the most 

successful person have 

gotten over that fear. 

They‘re not afraid to tell 

everyone who‘ll listen 

how great they are, and 

frankly we should 

applaud them. If you 

don‘t toot your horn 

nobody else will do it for 

you – except you mother, 

but she can‘t call every 

employer on your behalf. 

Be proud – very proud- of 

yourself and your 

accomplishments. You 

have earned it. 

Other forms of personal 

marketing 

• Advertising : in the 

trade press / trade 

journals – not usually 

very productive for 

individuals. 

• Direct mail shots : 

again may not be 

productive for 

individuals. 

• Printed brochures: 

expensive, and can be 

less effective that letters. 

•Show reels : keep them 

short ( 3 minutes)

• Headed paper, cards, 

compliment slips, 

invoices: essential to 

convey a professional 

image. Make them stand 

out and think about color 

and design. 

• Self presentation: 

people make swift 

judgment at meetings. 

Remember to dress 

appropriately to show 

that you take it seriously. 

• Occasion cards: very 

useful for keeping in 

touch. 

• Personal website 

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STEP 5 

Work Ethics 

What is Work Ethic? 

The work ethic is a 

cultural norm that 

advocates being 

personally accountable 

and responsible for the 

work that one does and is 

based on a belief that 

work has intrinsic value. 

Research has shown that 

many characteristics of 

work ethic can be 

summarized using three 

terms 

1- Interpersonal skills, 

2- Initiative, and 

3- Being dependable.

1- Interpersonal Skills: 

Include the habits, 

attitudes, manners, 

appearance, and 

behaviors we use around 

other people, which affect 

how we get along with 

other people. 

The development of 

interpersonal skills 

begins early in life and is 

influenced by: 

STUDENTS 

• Family or parents 

• Friends 

• Our observations of the 

world around us. 

• Televisions & movies 

How to improve our 

interpersonal skills? 

We must first be aware of 

what we are like from the 

perspective of other 

people who interact with 

us. Habits we are 

unaware of, actions we 

think go unnoticed, and 

other things about us 

that might affect other 

people are impossible for 

us to change if we are not 

aware of them. 

One of the things that 

teachers try to do, 

starting in the early 

grades, is to help 

students correct bad 

habits and to develop 

good interpersonal skills. 

As we become adults, it 

increasingly becomes our 

own responsibility to 

initiate any changes in 

interpersonal skills that 

might be needed.

‣ Loyalty 

Loyalty to company 

means going to your 

supervisor with any 

problem or complaint 

that may arise. Part of a 

supervisor‘s job is to 

handle employee 

problems. Employers 

prefer to solve their own 

internal problems. They 

do not want dissatisfied 

employees complaining 

about their work. 

Another aspect of loyalty 

concerns keeping 

company ―secrets" or 

(strategies) within the 

company . 

STUDENTS 

Always keep in mind that 

if the company can 

succeed ,you will be more 

likely to succeed also. 

You should be proud of 

the work your company 

does and the work you do 

for the company .If 

conditions are such that 

you cannot feel 

faithfulness and 

allegiance to your 

company ,you should 

seek a job elsewhere 

‣ Trustworthiness 

Many cases exist when 

an employer or 

supervisor needs to be 

able to place an employee 

in a position of trust. 

When the employer trusts 

an employee, It often means 

that the employer can ask 

the employee to do 

something beyond the call 

of duty and expect the 

employee to accomplish it. 

The special task could be 

closing up a business at the 

end of the day .An employer 

would want someone who 

handles the company‘s cash 

or keeps a tool room or 

supply room to be 

trustworthy. Each of these 

situations requires that the 

employer trust the employee 

to carry out the task. When 

the employee completes the 

task ,he or she earns the 

employer‘s trust.

‣ Self-Discipline and 

Self –Responsibility 

Being self-disciplined is a 

part of accepting 

responsibility for your 

own actions. We are the 

only ones from whom we 

can steal time, talent, 

and accomplishment. 

Self-Discipline requires 

that you structure your 

time so that you can 

cultivate and use your 

talents and abilities for 

the betterment of your 

company and you. 

Self-discipline also 

requires that you learn to 

handle your emotions. 

You are in control of your 

feelings ;they are not in 

control of you. 

STUDENTS 

2- Being dependable: 

Is one of the most highly 

sought after traits for 

workers in the modern 

workplace. This work 

ethic construct includes 

honesty, reliability ,and 

being on time. A 

responsible ,dependable 

employee is one who 

agrees to carry out a task 

under agreed –upon 

procedure. 

Employees are often put 

in positions in which they 

are responsible for 

money, for other people‘s 

safety, for other people‘s 

production ,for 

merchandise for money 

,for customer‘s goodwill… 

Employers are quick to 

see which employees can 

handle positions and 

situations of 

responsibility and which 

employees cannot. 

When you are careful to 

make sure that any job 

you are given is done well 

and completed on time, 

you will build up your 

reputation for being 

dependable and reliable. 

Such work ethics are 

valuable to any employer.

3- Initiative: 

Direct supervision is 

often not a feature of the 

modern workplace. 

Without initiative 

,procrastination and 

missed opportunities can 

become a real problem. 

Sometimes poor 

performance results and 

leads to loss of a job, 

without any second 

chances. 

Initiative has two 

components drive and 

effort. Quite often we 

hear commentary about 

how naturally gifted 

someone is in sports, the 

arts,…..etc. 

STUDENTS 

Yet ,no matter how gifted 

someone is ,unless they 

work harder, longer ,and 

smarter than their 

colleagues, they will not 

be the best. 

Being successful in the 

activities you participate 

in dependent on your 

skills and your attitudes. 

However, the amount of 

drive and effort you put 

in an activity could make 

the difference between 

average performance and 

high performance. 

When employees have 

initiative, they are: 

• Willing to take the first 

step in seeing that 

work gets done. 

• They are hard workers. 

• They do what they are 

paid to do, and then 

more. 

• They see a job or a task 

that needs to be done, 

and they do it without 

being asked. 

• Show willingness of 

pitch in and help other 

employee in (employee 

illness ,overload..). 

An overall attitude of 

helpfulness makes the 

organization run more 

smoothly and improves 

everyone‘s work 

situations.

4- Other Work Ethics : 

Specific employability 

skills and personal 

characteristics are drawn 

from all three work ethic 

components. 

‣ Employability skills : 

Good communication 

skills 

Positive attitude 

Ability to be dependable, 

punctual, and 

responsible. 

‣ Personal 

characteristics: 

Dressing properly 

Being polite 

Displaying selfconfidence 

STUDENTS 

The Top behaviors that 

Cause On-The –Job 

Difficulties: 

1. Dishonesty and lying. 

2. Irresponsibility, 

goofing off, and 

attending to personal 

business on company 

time. 

3. Arrogance and ego 

problem. 

4. Absenteeism and 

lateness . 

5. Not following 

instructions or 

ignoring company 

policies. 

6. Complaining about 

the company policies. 

7. Laziness and lack of 

motivation . 

8. Lack of character, 

inability to get along 

well with others 

9. Disrespect ,displays 

of anger or pettiness. 

10. Making ill –informed 

decisions and take 

credit for work done 

by others. 

Arguments for Good 

Work Ethics: 

Why should I put in a 

hard days work ,day in 

and day out, when fellow 

co-workers receive the 

same pay for doing less 

labor? What is the bonus 

for working as hard as 

possible and striving to 

be a model employee?

These are a couple of the 

questions that today's 

workers ponder. For one 

Michigan State University 

student, Jeff Smith ,hard 

work always pays off. 

Smith worked as a 

salesman at JCPenney all 

throughout high school. 

He states, I‘m sure it 

seems like striving to put 

in a honest work day 

doesn‘t have its obvious 

benefits, but mangers 

recognize your efforts and 

that makes it a more lopsided 

matter when it 

comes to situations such 

as lay-offs, raises, or 

vacations time. 

STUDENTS 

Arguments For Having 

Bad Work Ethics 

Why should I work when 

I‘m going to receive the 

same amount of pay? For 

one anonymous Michigan 

State University student, 

hard work doesn‘t always 

pay. 

He worked at a local 

Dairy Queen over the 

summer .He hated his job 

and the amount of money 

he received while there. 

However ,he had a 

scheme to get some 

additional money every 

week. He would simply 

steal money from the 

register to get ahead. 

He states, I remember 

when people would buy 

their ice-cream, I would 

fake like I was ringing it 

through the register and 

then put the money they 

gave me for their icecream 

right into my 

pocket easily made an 

extra couple hundred 

dollars a week. 

Self-evaluation: 

• Do you have a 

positive attitude about 

your job and the 

company you work for 

on a daily basis? 

It is really hard for an 

employer to believe you 

exude strong work ethics,

if you do not project how 

much you love your job 

and the company. If you 

are grumbling, 

complaining or part of 

the "whiner's club" at 

work, you will never 

convince your boss that 

you have good work 

ethics, or that you should 

be promoted. 

• Do you have a highlevel 

of energy at 

work? 

To be appointed to 

manage a large project, 

you need to make the 

boss believe you can 

handle it easily. 

STUDENTS 

This is where a healthy 

lifestyle is critical, with 

proper rest, nutrition and 

exercise all-important to 

your success. Burning 

the candles at both ends 

will burn you out. 

• Do you do your job 

right the first time? 

This question really 

comes back to attitude 

about your job. If you do 

your job in a haphazard 

fashion, you really 

display a poor attitude 

about work. In addition, 

this situation causes a 

real productivity problem 

for your company. 

If you do it wrong the 

first time, you will be 

doing it over and over 

until you get it right. 

• Are you willing to 

work overtime when 

the company needs 

you? 

The employer today 

needs employees who will 

be there for them when it 

counts. In information 

technology, you will most 

likely work overtime if 

you are part of a start-up 

company or if you are 

working on a project 

implementation.

In many cases, many 

high-paying positions do 

require overtime. 

This is not an unusual 

way of life in IT, as well 

as in many white-collar 

positions today. If your 

company needs you and 

you are not willing to put 

the time in, you should 

not wonder why you are 

always passed over at 

promotions. 

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• Do you realize how 

visible "work ethics" 

are in a small 

company, or in a team? 

Paula Ballog, CFO at 

Bender Consulting 

Services, Inc. said, "Good 

work ethics are critical in 

hiring any employee for 

any small company in the 

United States today.‖ 

It is amazing how quickly 

people forget how visible 

they are in a small 

company, where every 

employee must handle 

multiple tasks. 

Even in a large 

corporation, in a team 

environment, the team 

player that does not put 

in their share is quickly 

labeled as "lazy". 

Pittsburgh is a town that 

lives on reputations, and 

you do not ever want that 

label. 

Remember there are 

millions of people who 

would give anything to 

have what you possess 

today - employment. 

Good work ethics means 

pride in your work. 

Employment is a treasure 

you never want to lose.

Introduction 

Career Counselling Office 

can introduce you 

(student) to an amazing 

array of career 

possibilities, and help 

you explore the link 

between majors and work 

options. If you've already 

picked your dream job, 

we can help you develop 

skills and strategies to 

get where you want to go. 

Along every step toward 

receiving your degree, 


staff is ready to help you 

make and re-evaluate 

career choices, write CVs, 

practice interviewing, 


build networking skills, 

and gain "real world" 

experience through 

internships. 

When it's time to search 

for a job, we can put you 

in touch with some of 

challenging entry-level 

positions. If graduate or 

professional school is 

your goal, we'll assist you 

with universities and 

schools locally and 

abroad. 

WHAT IS THE CAREER 

COUNSELLING OFFICE? 

The Career Counselling 

Office is a resource 

center providing students 

with career awareness 

activities and information 

to assist them with their 

career choices and help 

in finding internship and 

recruitment 


WHERE IS IT 

LOCATED? 

Our office is located in 

Building (S17), Room No. 

(001-006) – Sakhir 

Campus

WHAT ARE THE 

DIVISIONS OF CAREER 

COUNSELLING OFFICE? 

Career Guidance 

Guide and counsel 

students to help them in 

planning their career 

path. 

Professional Liaisons 

Direct students who are 

expected to graduate to 

job opportunities & 

career options. 

Practical Training 

Provide students with 

training, internship and 

coordinate field visits. 

Marketing & Promotion 

Help students to market 

their qualification, major, 

and skills. 


WHO CAN VISIT THE 

CAREER OFFICE AND 

WHEN? 

Any student wishing to 

begin their career 

exploration can visit the 

Career Office, from 

freshman year and 

continuing through 

senior year. Students are 

requested to stop in the 

career office for a 

discussion of their career 

plans and how the Career 

Counselling Office can 

help them. 

WHY PLANNING A 

CAREER IS SO 

IMPORTANT? 

Career development does 

not seek to force students 

into premature career 

choices; rather, it seeks 

to avoid premature 

elimination of future 

options. 

WHAT TAKES PLACE IN 

THE CAREER OFFICE? 

A wide variety of 

experiences are 

coordinated through the 

office.

These are: 

CV Checking & 

Submission 

CV submission service 

and graduate- employer 

recommendations. CVs 

can be submitted 

electronically through 

CV@uob.edu.bh . 

Employers' Visits 

Introductory visits to 

companies in different 

sectors. 

Workshops 

• Letter of Application 

and CV writing 

workshops. 

• Interview Preparation 

workshops. 

• 


• Work Ethics 

workshops. 

• Networking workshops 

• Career Development 

workshops. 

• Employability Skills 

(Continuously repeated 

as and when required) 

Guest Speakers 

(Lectures) 

Speakers from the 

industry offer their time 

to speak to students 

about their occupations, 

the route they took to get 

there, and answer 

questions about their 

daily routines. 

Speakers are welcomed 

and encouraged to share 

their specific career 

knowledge and 

experience with students. 

Participation in "Off- 

Campus" Events 

The office is keen to 

attend other events 

related to career 

development issues. (e.g. 

Human Resources 

Exhibition and Career 

Expo)

Career Hunters 

Program 

A week of workshops 

(Letter of Application, CV 

writing, Interview 

Preparation, 

Work Ethics, Networking, 

Career Development) with 

heavy companies' 

representatives 

participation. 

Employers' Table 

Program (Informal) 

Provide good 

opportunities for 

students to meet the 

employers from different 

sectors on one table to 

discuss various career 

matters. 


Employers’ Zone 

Program 

Employers Zone is a 

program that build a 

strong relationship 

between the employers 

and students by inviting 

companies from different 

sectors presenting 

employment 

opportunities, entry level 

programs and giving 

information sessions on a 

range of careers paths, 

also the program 

provides valuable 

opportunity to network 

with company executives. 

On Campus Interviews 

Arranged for different 

companies & firms and 

on Campus per their 

request. 

Mock Interview 

Program 

Is one of the very best 

way to prepare the 

student for an actual 

employment interview, it 

allows them to gain 

experience and practice 

in answering question 

they likely to be asked 

during and interview, and 

after the interview the 

interviewer will provide 

the student with the 

feedback and advise him 

on how to improve 

himself

Annual & Specialized 

Careers Day 

Students are encouraged 

to participate in field 

trips to Careers Day and 

Specialized Careers Day 

to spend time visiting 

with a wide variety of 

representatives from 

different occupations and 

locations. 

WHAT INFORAMTION 

CAN BE FOUND IN THE 

CAREER OFFICE? 

Resources available are 

•Visual aids which 

includes, tapes about 

employers pro-file, 

universities, career 

counselling, interview 

techniques, CV writing. 


• Leaflets, magazines and 

printouts about career 

counselling, companies, 

universities, etc. 

(Available for 

photocopying) 

• IT and Computers: 

personal computers 

available for CV writing 

• Internet: Our office can 

be accessed through the 

University of Bahrain 

home page on the 

Internet: 

http://www.uob.edu.bh/ 

• Job posting board 

(Daily, Immediate, ..etc) 

OFFICE HOURS 

Sunday – Thursday 

(8:00am to 3:00 pm) 

Address 

Tel: 17 438865 

Fax: 17 449763 

Location: S17 (001-006) 

E - Mail: 

cccenter@admin.uob.bh 

P.O Box 32038 

University of Bahrain

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Job Shadow 

On Campus 

Recruitment 

Career Hunter 

Specialized 

Career Day 

Careers Day 

Career Show 

The UOB 

Startup 

Business Show 

Symposium 

CV 

Interview 

Networking 

Work Ethics 

Employability 

Skills 

Career Planning 

Employers Visit 

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Submission

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