There is very clear evidence that employers do value graduates who can demonstrate some form of relevant work experience. It can be a case of 'degree-plus' and that's an important message to get across to students.

Carl Gilleard, Chief Exec of Association of Graduate Recruiters.

There are large numbers of graduates looking for jobs, and employers are looking for a range of skills, knowledge, abilities and personal attributes in addition to degree status. As a student/graduate you will need to develop a profile of skills applicable to the workplace of the future. This seminar will focus particularly on the value of work experience and how to make the most of the transferable skills gained in the workplace.

This seminar has three steps:

1. Understand what is meant by transferable skills and their importance to employers.
2. Make a realistic assessment of your transferable skills gained in work experience and complete your own skill audit and key skill statements.
3. Identify ways in which you can improve your profile to match employers' requirements and explore possibilities for gaining additional work experience and skills during your years at university.