Program resources and activities
Bookmark this page so that you can always locate the essential links and resources for the MQ Professional Development Program S2 2022.
- 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 2022 completion date for tasks and activities is Wednesday 25 May.
You will receive a Professional Development Program Certificate by completing the following by Wednesday 25th May:
- Attending in full all five 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 Employability Connect)
- Attending at least one careers event during Careers Week, 7 - 11 March 2022
- 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.
- Online Workshop 1: Wednesday 2 March, 12–2:30pm
- Online Workshop 2: Wednesday 30 March, 12–2:30pm
- Online Workshop 3: Wednesday 6 April, 12–2:30pm
- Face to Face Workshop 4: Wednesday 27 April, 12–2:30pm
- Online Workshop 5: Wednesday 11 May, 12–2:30pm
- All requirements must be completed by Wednesday 25 May
- Awards Ceremony Wednesday 1 June, 12–1pm
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 1 - Wednesday 2 March
- MQ Professional Development Program Online Workshop 1 slides [PDF 3.1MB]
- 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 30 March
- MQ Professional Development Program Workshop 2 Slides [PDF 2.1MB]
- MQ Professional Development Program Workbook 2 [DOC 378KB]
- Cold Calling [PDF 234KB]
- Job Search Strategies [PDF 253KB]
- Resume and Cover Letter [PDF 364KB]
- Selection Criteria [PDF 352KB]
- Transferable Skills [PDF 405KB]
Be the Recruiter
- Marketing Administration Assistant – Job Description [DOC 14KB]
- Marketing Resume 1 [DOC 54KB]
- Marketing Resume 2 [DOC 17KB]
- Marketing Resume 3 [DOC 17KB]
- Marketing Resume 4 [DOC 19KB]
- Marketing Resume 5 [DOC 22KB]
- Marketing Cover Letter 2 [DOC 16KB]
- Marketing Cover Letter 3 [DOC 15KB]
- Marketing Cover Letter 4 [DOC 16KB]
Online Workshop 3 - Wednesday 6 April
- MQ Professional Development Program Workshop 3 Slides [PDF 2.5MB]
- MQ Professional Development Program Workbook 3 [DOC 484KB]
- Interview Skills [PDF 361KB]
- Video Interviews [PDF 178KB]
Online Workshop 4 - Wednesday 27 April
- MQ Professional Development Program Workshop 4 Slides [PDF 2.9MB]
- MQ Professional Development Program Workbook 4 [DOC 409KB]
- Assessment Centres [PDF 388KB]
- LinkedIn [PDF 227KB]
Online Workshop 5 - Wednesday 11 May
- MQ Professional Development Program Workshop 5 Slides [PDF 2.3MB]
- MQ Professional Development Program Workbook 5 [DOC 405KB]
- Networking [PDF 316KB]
- Compass Exercise [PDF 115KB]
- Impression Management [PDF 399KB]