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How would I be able to select the major that is most suitable for me in university?
Selection tips, key to selection, preperations for different majors.
Many countries would be reviewing their visa policies for migrants after this pandemic to better improve their country. How will this affect low skilled workforce? #July20
Passionate and enthusiastic person #July20
Regarding the field of media
I want to work on the media industry after graduation. However, does the industry fully grow that it may be hard for me to get employed by the company?
thanks! #media
What can I do virtually to build up my OT grad school application?
Hi! I hoping to study OT in the future for grad school. However, due to COVID-19, I am not planning to volunteer at the hospital or old folks home. May I know what other things I can do virtually to build up a stronger OT grad school application? Thank you and I hope you are all staying safe!...
What are the reasons for people to leave the media industry?
I am interested to know more about why the people who worked in the media industry change their profession later on? Are there any other important reasons behind other than the low salary?
thanks #media
I am an international student in Hongkong and I am stranded right now because I couldn't achieve my plan of doing some jobs in the summer. I wonder what I could be doing in the meantime before this pandemic goes down, please advice me.#July20
I am an international masters degree student in Hongkong. I am also a researcher and data analyst. I am passionate and enthusiastic. I love to work hard and never give up #July20
How do I study for the CASPer test?
I am hoping to get into OT grad school. How can I study for the CASPer test? When should I take the test? Is it difficult? may I please have some tips thank you!
#JULY20 #testing #CASPERtest #grad-school #Occupational-therapy #tips #medicine
Which are the best American colleges for user experience (UX) design?
Hi! I'm 27 years old and decide to invest 2 years in my life to join a graduate program. When I graduate again, I will be 29. It's not a very young age, so I'm careful in choosing which college to spend this 2 year with. My future career plan is to be a UX designer, with focus on the...
Occupational therapy grad school
I am hoping to get into OT grad school. If I am only looking to major in psych and minor in health sciences, instead of honors specializing in psychology. Will this set me apart from other applicants?
Thank you in advance
#july20 #OT #gradschool
What are the possible career paths for university graduates with English major?
I am a year 2 university student with double majors in English Studies and French. I would like to know more about what are the possible career that someone like me could embark on. #career-counseling #career-path #english
How do you compare one hotel against another hotel?
I'm interested in this question because one day, my dream would be to own my own hotel.
Thank you. #hospitality #hotels #hospitality-management #hospitality-industry
Does going to different high schools alter your life and choices?
From what I heard UK is much more acedemic heavy than the USA, which prefers extracurriculars. Is that really relevant or helpful for what the Universities are looking.
How to prepare for a career in the United Nations during university years?
I am in Sophomore in university. My majors are English Studies and French. I would like to work in the United Nations as a language staff. How may I get ahead in preparing myself for embarking on a career at the UN? #career-counseling #international #language #international-relations #united-nations
Is GPA important?
I am an undergraduate student majoring in Urban Studies. I am now taking a course, which is Urban Economics Studies Since I didn't study economics in High School, I don't really understand in it. Also, I find myself more interested in Spatial planning, but not in urban economics. So should I...
How to make use of my extended college year ?
I am a university student in Hong Kong. Recently I have failed in completing my thesis in order to graduate. The general office of my major has informed that I have to extend my study period in order to retake this subject. I am quite worried as I am afraid that I would waste a lot of time,...
Is it wise to change my major after studying for two years at the university?
Hi all! I am a student studying on the field about language. Recently, I have found out that I am not really enjoy on the things that I am studying. Would it be a good option for me to change my major? I feel like more interested on other things like media and photography instead of...
I am an English Literature Student who wants to work for the SDGs. What should I do?
I am a creative problem-solving person and I study literature. I want to work in international organizations for any good global causes related to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals to eradicate poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. However, I am not a specialist. Is it...
Are there any online resources for financial modeling?
I am interested in learning more about financial modeling and valuation. #financial-modeling #career #finance #online-learning
Is it wise to apply for an unpaid internship?
What criteria should I consider when I am applying for an unpaid internship? Indeed, I think the field that the company works on is in line with my expectation. However, it may cost a lot for me as it is unpaid that I would need to cover all the fee by myself like transportation fee and the fee...
How to manage my time in highschool to maintain a desireable major/career in future life?
I am going to be in Junior year however its hard to decide the amount of time I put in for either studying, sports, music etc. How should I manage it to be a successful learner?
As a student studying in Arts related filed, how can I enhancing my chances of getting an internship ?
I am currently a Year 2 student studying at the University of Hong Kong who are looking for an internship.
#internship #college #arts
I want to be an software engineer. So which subjects are effective for me?
I want to be a software engineer and make games and app in the future.
#engineer
Question on deciding my career path
For me, I have been thinking of being a writer/ jobs related to media, is it better for me to work on the field that are related to these fields? Or will it be a better choice for me to try out different industries like business before graduating from university? #undecided #writing...
What is the greatest difficulty in becoming a writer?
Hi! I am curious to know about what is the greatest challenge that a writer would face? Besides, do they face any great challenge when they choose writer as their profession?
thanks! #writer
How can I start my path of being a writer if I am still an university student?
Hi! I am just curious that will it be a great idea for me to find a site like blog to publish my works? #writer
Will it be hard for me to pursue a postgraduate degree which is not related to my major in undergraduate?
Hello! I would like to try out something new when I study for my postgraduate degree. Will it be hard for me to get admitted if I choose to study on a subject which is not related to my current major like Journalism or creative media? If I want to get admitted, is it better for me to prepare...
Is it a good choice for me to find jobs through agency?
Hello! I am thinking whether I should seek help from agency when I am looking for jobs. I guess it would be easier for me to find a job as I am lack of job experience as an university student. Besides, they would also able to help me to find the jobs which are not posted on job advertisements....
Is there a lot of opportunities for self employment in the field of media marketing?
Is it possible to work on media marketing in the form of self-employment? It seems that there are various factors hindering people to work on media marketing in the form of self-employment. #social-media-marketing
Is the UK a good place for studying for a master's?
I want to pursue a masters degree and I am struggling between United States and United Kingdom. #masters-degree #career-path #masters #graduate-school #college #united-kingdom
What are some advantages or disadvantages of being a ballet dancer?
Wondering about my future career. #dance #ballet #dance-education #ballet-teacher
Is CV clinic useful in making my own resume?
Wonder whether any of you has found cv clinic or other experts to correct your resume. #career-development #career-plan #resume
How can I endeavour in my interests and thrive in the careers I want with this experience?
I am a year 12 student studying in the UK, but returned to HK temporarily. I am studying biology, chemistry, single math and Japanese at the moment, and I am considering nursing/medicine and other healthcare professions as my future career. I hope that I can learn more from volunteering and...
Is "return offer" the major way of getting a job offer after graduation?
Hi! I am planning to apply to a graduate program in UX/HCI, and work as a UX designer after graduation. There are 1-year programs in some graduate schools, but my concern is that if they do not help much in job seeking. My friends told me if I join a 1-year program, I would not have the chance...
are extracurricular important to apply for grad school in occupational therapy and what extracurricular/volunteering opportunities do you recommend?
I am currently a first-year university student. I am planning to major in psychology and minor in health sciences and aspire to be an occupational therapist in the future. #healthcare #occupational-therapy #psychology #college
Does GPA really matter in the job market?
I often feel stressed out and anxious over midterms and papers because I am afraid of getting bad grades. However, it takes so much of my time to do my school work that I even feel that doing exercise, cooking healthy meals, doing chores or meeting my friends are all a waste of time. Is GPA...
What are your thoughts on the state of the media marketing field, and the future of it?
Is it considered a rather new industry in the society? Can this industry still be developed in the coming decade? Are there too many people entering this profession these days? #social-media #media #marketing
To what extent is rational analysis important in obtaining useful knowledge?
I am dealing with ToK as an IB student. May there be an answer that perhaps focuses on the knowledge aspect of the question? #ToK #Philosophy
Is it necessary to fill in referee when applying for a job?
When I want to apply for a job, there is a column about referee. When I am applying for summer internship, should I also fill in that column? (it is not mandatory) #internship
Regarding freelance jobs
Hi! Is it hard for university students to find a freelance job? What are the freelance jobs that many university students work on it?
thanks! #freelance
Steps to become a landscape architect
I am interested in the job of landscape architect. While I don't acquire a design or architect relevant degree And I major in Urban Studies. Should I get a master degree of landscape architect or to work for relevant jobs? #architect #architecture #career #master #career-counseling #pathway...
Regarding my job experience when applying for summer internship
Hi! I am currently working as a student helper in one of the lab in my university! Will it be good for me to write down this job experience during job application? The lab is mainly carrying out language experiment but should I write it down when applying for the internships regarding business...
How can you seize market opportunities?
My friend is thinking of doing some start-up projects, and she is not sure what to look for. #start-ups #how-do-you-start-a-business #startups #entrepreneurship
Who should be heard more?
Undergraduate History and Politics student and The University of Edinburgh #college #politics #democracy #voices
Where can I look for shadowing opportunities from a GP/ a specialist?
I am Annie, a year 3 student studying business administration and law at the University of Hong Kong, but it has always been my passion to enter a medical school and serve as a surgeon in the future. I am looking into applying for MD at Duke-NUS upon graduation of my current degree. And I would...
Is there any suggestions if I hope to become a writer?
What can I do to improve my writing skill? I understand that I would need to read and write more but is there any other methods which would help me to become a better writer? #writer #writing #author #english #english-literature #books #personal-development #career-details
Questions related to media marketing
When I am looking for internship, there are some job in which the tile is "media marketing". So I would like to know more about what is the greatest difference between media marketing and marketing? Does media marketing is mainly relied on the use of social platform? If I want to work on media...
How to figure out my career patheay?
I am a university student studying in Hong Kong. My major is urban studies, which is about issues in urban design. However, I have poor performance in academics and low GPA. For my working experience, I have worked as part time assistant in heritage organisation, property management intern ,...
How to write cover letter?
I am planning to apply for a summer intern in Non-governmental organisation(NGO). However, they usually would not post recruitment notice. So how should I start in the opening of the cover letter? #ngos #cover-letters ##job-offer #human-resources #summer-internship #summer-jobs...
How can one develop their innovative minds?
Make a change in this competitve world #career
How long did it take to find out what career are you interested in?
I am not sure what kind of jobs should I go for.
#career-choice #career-path #career
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