Program resources and activities
Bookmark this page so that you can always locate the essential links and resources for the MQ Professional Development Program (Online) S2 2021.
- Below you will find a word copy of the workbook, uploaded prior to each session with links to activities that will assist with your learning and development in each key area.
- Scroll down to find online activities to be completed by students who are working towards achieving their MQ Professional Development Program Certificate.
- Online workshop content and handouts will be uploaded on this page.
- Program dates and times are listed below
- Form to record your 20 additional hours [DOC 2.4MB] to meet the requirements of the program. Upload your completed 20 additional hours form.
The MQ Professional Development Program 2021 completion date for tasks and activities is Monday 18 October.
MQ Professional Development Program 2021 requirements
You will receive a Professional Development Program Certificate by completing the following by Monday 18 October:
- Attending in full all five online workshops – presented by the Career and Employment Service and industry experts
- Attending at least one general careers workshop, employer presentation or Careers Advice appointment (booked through CareerHub)
- Attending at least one careers event during Careers Week, 9 to 13 August 2021 (eg Career Fair or employer presentation)
- Spending a minimum of 20 additional hours developing your skills on an individual basis (eg creating application documents, creating your LinkedIn profile, completing the program workbook and working through the MQ Career Ready Program) and recording them on your 20 additional hours form [DOC 2.4MB]. Upload your completed 20 additional hours form.
Dates, times and locations
- Workshop 1: Wednesday 4 August, 12–2pm Zoom
- Workshop 2: Wednesday 18 August, 12–2pm Zoom
- Workshop 3: Wednesday 1 September, 12–2pm Zoom
- Workshop 4: Wednesday 29 September, 12–2pm Zoom
- Workshop 5: Wednesday 6 October, 12–2pm Zoom
- Careers Week: Monday 9 August to Friday 13 August
- Program Completion: Monday 18 October
- Awards Ceremony: Wednesday 27 October, 1–2pm
Online activities
Delve into a range of online activities to build your skills and knowledge:
- Links in your workbooks take you to specific resources relevant to each topic.
- Go to the MQ Career Ready Program and start working through each of the eight sections. This will contribute towards the minimum of 20+ additional hours required to complete the program.
- Go to CareerWISE for Career and Employment Service online resources.
Online workshop slides, workbooks and handouts
Online Workshop 1 - Wednesday 4 August
- MQ Professional Development Program Online Workshop 1 slides [PDF 2.1MB]
- MQ Professional Development Program Workbook 1 [DOC 523KB]
- Informational Interviewing [PDF 516KB]
- Researching Careers & Employers [PDF 329KB]
- Frank Team Skills Audit [PDF 1.1MB]
- Values Brene Brown [PDF 187KB]
Online Workshop 2 - Wednesday 18 August
- MQ Professional Development Program Online Workshop 2 slides [PDF 2.5MB]
- MQ Professional Development Program Workbook 2 [DOC 373KB]
- Cold Calling [PDF 235KB]
- Selection Criteria [PDF 352KB]
- Resume and Cover Letter [PDF 364KB]
- Job Search Strategies [PDF 254 KB]
- Professional Association 2020 [PDF 216KB]
- Job Websites [PDF 262KB]
Online Workshop 3 - Wednesday 1 September
- MQ Professional Development Program Online Workshop 3 slides [PDF 1.6MB]
- MQ Professional Development Program Workbook 3 [DOC 484KB]
- Interview Skills [PDF 317KB]
Online Workshop 4 - Wednesday 29 September
- MQ Professional Development Program Online Workshop 4 slides [PDF 2MB]
- MQ Professional Development Program Workbook 4 [DOC 408KB]
- Assessment Centres [PDF 319KB]
Online Workshop 5 - Wednesday 06 October
- MQ Professional Development Program Online Workshop 5 slides [PDF 4.5MB]
- MQ Professional Development Program Workbook 5 [DOC 408KB]
- LinkedIn Guide [PDF 228KB]
- Networking [PDF 316KB]
- Impression Management [PDF 400KB]
- Classroom to Boardroom [PDF 350KB]