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Pakistan's Global Graduates Workshops

PAKISTAN'S GLOBAL GRADUATES TRAINING (PILOT /SUMMER 2021)
Lead from UPSIGN is Madiha Sajid 

UPSIGN has launched an educational programme designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of Pakistan’s graduates to get them ready for an international platform. It is aimed at postgraduate and doctoral students who are seeking to undertake research studies in international universities across the world.

There are six key competencies which the programme will focus on and have been delivered online,  over six weeks. These workshops are being facilitated by experts in their field. Below, you can find out further information about each workshop including the full session video.
 

WORKSHOP 1: DEVELOPING CRITICAL THINKING

Lead: Dr Adeela Shafi

Session outline

  • What do critical thinking skills mean for students?

  • Why do we need it?

  • Tools for developing critical thinking in academia

  • Practical examples and group work

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For the Video click here

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WORKSHOP 2: INTERPERSONAL AND NETWORKING SKILLS

Lead: Professor Jawwad Darr

Session outline

  • Why are soft skills needed?

  • The role of my mindset

  • Identifying my strengths and making the best use

         of them

  • Using networking skills effectively and have

         engaging conversations

  • Common mistakes to avoid

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For the Video click here

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WORKSHOP 3: ACADEMIC WRITING AND AVOIDING PLAGIARISM

Lead: Professor Parveen Ali

Session outline

  •  How to put an argument together

  •  How to develop the structure of the essay/article

  •  Literature review – its role and obtaining

         relevant sources

  • Referencing

  • Plagiarism

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For the Video click here

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WORKSHOP 4: PRESENTATION SKILLS

Lead: Ms Madiha Sajid

Session outline

  • Create engaging presentations which are delivered effectively and avoid common mistakes

  • Role of presentations in academia

  • How to follow a brief for speaking at conferences?

  • Individual practice

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For the Video click here

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WORKSHOP 5: INTERCULTURAL AND GLOBAL COMPETENCIES

Lead: Ms. Maria Hussain

Session outline

  • What is meant by cultural competence?

  • What to expect when moving abroad for studies?

  • How to develop connections and leverage their use

  • How can this competence be developed

         in the Pakistani context?

  • Case studies, and podcasts from students

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For the Video click here

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WORKSHOP 6: CV WRITING AND INTERVIEW SKILLS

Lead: Madiha Sajid

Session outline

  • What to include in my CV?

  • How to construct personal statements?

  • Preparing for interviews

  • What are employers looking for?

  • Individual & group practice

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For the Video click here

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