(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Injaz Qatar (a non-profit organisation and member of Junior Achievement Worldwide) has delivered a work readiness programme to more than 60 students from Qatar University. The program called 'Steer Your Career' aims at honing the skills needed for third and final year students to choose the right career lead others and operate effectively in a competitive job environment.
The programme was delivered at the Qatar Finance Business Academy (QFBA) by Amar Benaissa, Director of Operations from INJAZ Qatar. Two of QFBA employees, Donia Aqel and Zeina Al Moree, helped deliver the sessions as Corporate Volunteers.
Emad Al Khaja €INJAZ Qatar Executive Director, commenting at the conclusion of the program said, "As part of our commitment to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in the global economy, we were delighted to see so many of Qatar University students participating in the latest version of 'Steer Your Career' program. Through this experiential hands-on program, students were able to learn about workforce readiness and set their expectations as they finish their university degrees and begin the search for future employment."
"The volunteers from QFBA were a great inspiration to our students and delivered engaging, interactive sessions. We encourage corporate volunteers and educators to dedicate some of their time to deliver programs and help prepare students for a successful future € the volunteers from QFBA provided very beneficial input" € Al Khaja added.
The 'Steer Your Career' program helps college and university students gain leadership, time management, communication, team dynamics, and job search skills. The program is delivered through hands-on classroom activities, personal assessments, role playing and reflection exercises. Moreover, the program helps students function successfully in today's workplace; students are also introduced to the methods of writing a CV and covering letters.
Throughout this program offering, around 60 students €who attended the sessions- were given the opportunity to conduct mock interviews with HR managers from QFBA, which gave them the courage to ask challenging questions and learn more about the workforce.
During their final session, students were given certificates for completing the program. Following the course they are now ready to take part in INJAZ Qatar's 'Job Shadow Day' where they get to spend a day in one of Qatar's corporations experiencing a real life work environment.
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