Placement students share stories of personal growth, skill development and the importance of resilience – new podcast
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Placement students share stories of personal growth, skill development and the importance of resilience – new podcast

11/11/2024 Aston University

Aston University has renewed its commitment to high-quality, meaningful placements, equipping students with essential skills and industry insights that give them a significant edge in the job market.

Recent discussions in Aston University’s Economics Department podcast, Economics, Finance and Entrepreneurship podcast, highlighted the University’s dedication to providing substantial placement experiences, expert support and transformative opportunities that position students for success in their future careers.

The podcast episode featured students, faculty and placement experts discussing Aston University’s compulsory placement year for economics students and detailing the comprehensive support system that enables them to thrive. The placement strategy supports career preparedness at every level, with dedicated teams helping students refine their skills, prepare strong applications and confidently enter competitive placement roles.

During the podcast, Karishma Patel, teaching fellow in economics, and Andrew Hollings, placement preparation manager, were joined by second year economics student Alex Taylor to underscore the value of these placements. Placement student Jemima Maluta, currently working as a credit risk analyst at HSBC, and Ngoza Chama, a brand commercialisation intern at Disney, shared stories of personal growth, skill development and the importance of resilience.

“Aston University’s compulsory placements are more than a resume booster - they are a vital component of the students’ academic and career journey.

“Many students return from placements with greater confidence and a refined focus, often securing graduate roles due to the skills and networks they cultivated during their placements.

“Aston University encourages all second-year students to utilise the extensive support offered by the Careers and Placements team. The Aston Futures platform, accessible to all our students, lists curated placement opportunities and application tips to ensure students stay ahead in the competitive placement market.”

Jemima said:

“Placements help you navigate through applications, deal with rejections and ultimately develop persistence, essential skills for the graduate market.”

Her role at HSBC has given her hands-on experience in data analytics and credit risk, directly building on her economics coursework and giving her professional insight and network connections.

Ngoza’s placement at Disney involves brand expansion strategy for major franchises such as Mickey and Friends and Disney Baby, an experience that perfectly combines her studies in international business and economics.

Ngoza said:

“It’s amazing to work on such a global scale and collaborate with other interns and industry experts.”

The podcast outlined the support Aston University provides from the moment students begin their search through to the end of their placement year. The placement team offers workshops, one-on-one coaching and a placement coordinator dedicated to each course, as well as drop-in sessions for resume reviews, mock interviews and career advice.

Andrew Hollings, placement preparation manager at Aston University, said:

“The goal is for students to engage with us continuously throughout the year.

“We’re here to ensure every student can find a placement that suits their aspirations, interests and needs, helping them gain relevant experience, professional skills and workplace resilience.”

For more information, students and prospective applicants can visit the University’s Placement and Careers Services website.

11/11/2024 Aston University
Regions: Europe, United Kingdom
Keywords: Society, Economics/Management, Humanities, Education, Business, Recruitment, Universities & research

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