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Employment after college |
| We know that one of the factors that will be important to you when you consider the cost of studying at college will be the advantage it will give you in getting a job or a research post when you have completed your degree. At LondonSAM, we have a proven track record in helping our graduates secure that all-important first step on the ladder to their chosen career. |
| We have strong, ongoing links with many major employers, and the calibre of our previous graduates has created many opportunities for those who are now completing their studies. Some of our degrees are strongly vocational, several are unique and at the forefront of emerging technologies and industries, such as IT. |
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Most of our graduates go straight into work or further study (We know that top companies target us)
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| Why work in the UK? |
Experience different cultures and lifestyles
UK work experience boosts your career
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Resilient economies and new experiences await
Feel appreciated - they love our work ethic!
Meet lots of new and interesting people |
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| Where do I start looking for a job? |
Before you start looking for a job, you should look at the Working in the UK website to check your eligibility to work in the UK.
If you are eligible to work in the UK, a good place to start looking for work is the Recruitment & Employment Confederation website, which has contact details for private recruitment companies across the country. |
| Can I work in the UK? |
The first and foremost step is checking whether you are eligible to work in the UK. Working in the UK provides information about employment requirements, schemes, procedures and issues. Do I Need A UK Visa? Can tell you specifically about visas and how to apply for one. If you have already found work in the UK, your employer may also require a work permit for you.
If you have not already found a job in the UK but are eligible to do so, Jobcentre Plus which is part of the School ofWorks and Pensions, may be able to help.
Once you are working in the UK you will then be eligible for employment contributions, to understand about these you should contact the Inland Revenue. European citizens can also access more information about living in the UK from EURES - European Employment Services. |
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| The London School of Accountancy & Management connects people worldwide with learning opportunities and building a brighter future through knowledge. |
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| Study in the UK is the best way of setting yourself up for a career in any vocation imaginable. For younger and older students there is plenty of careers advice about next steps, or about career development to fulfil ambitions. |
| International Students |
| International students have a fantastic choice of career options made possible by education in the UK: tourism, fashion, photography, hotel and catering, film production, advertising, information technology, science, engineering and so much more. All schools, further education colleges and higher education institutions offer careers advice and information to help pupils and students towards a suitable career. Not surprisingly, international students use education in the UK as a springboard to professional careers both here and in their own country as architects, doctors, accountants, veterinarians, civil or mechanical engineers and other professions. They can do first degrees here and full professional training too. |
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| Business Degree |
| The UK is also a leading destination for people who wish to add value to their practical business experience through the one-year Master of Business Administration course (MBA). MBA Salary and Careers Surveys consistently prove that the MBA is an excellent investment. It raises individual strategic awareness and business skills and improves career prospects. MBAs on offer in the UK are highly regarded in Europe and overseas. UK colleges and universities offer many other types of vocational and occupational training to prepare for work at skilled levels. |
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| Useful website about your careers |
| Connexions aim to give the best start in life to all 13-19 year olds, by offering advice, guidance and support. The this site contains information about Connexions and links that for anyone interested in life, education and careers development for young people. |
| BBC - One life - Work Information on everything from locating your dream job to getting it - careers advice, jobs and employment from the BBC. |
| Careers Portal provides advice and information about careers and higher education in the UK. The website also provides advice on writing CVs and preparing for interviews. |
| Department for Education and Skills (DfES) - International students - Working in the UK - International students can work in the UK provided that they meet the general requirements about the type of work they take and the number of hours they work while studying. The website of the Department for Education and Skills provides advice for international students wanting to work in the UK. |
| Jobcentre Plus Jobcentre Plus features information and news for both jobseekers and employers. |
| Learn direct is a government sponsored educational guidance service offering thousands of distance learning opportunities. |
| National Grid for Learning (NGfL) - Jobs The National Grid for Learning (NGfL) offers a collection of links to information and resources for anyone with an interest in career development. |
| Work train Search for UK jobs, careers, qualifications, training and employment. |
| Can I work while studying? |
| International students can usually work in the UK provided that they meet the general requirements about the type of work they take and the number of hours they work while studying. The website of the Department for Education and Skills (DfES) provides advice for international students wanting to work in the UK. UKCOSA: The Council for International Education also provides advice on when students can and cannot work legally in the UK. |
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| Courses @ LondonSAM |
In addition, the flexibility and wide range of subjects which you can study at LondonSAM provide excellent preparation for a whole range of careers. Our degrees, for example, offer automatic professional accreditation and the combination of technical and managerial skills that we know employers are seeking. We work with individuals to identify key areas for development. Each programme is different, but individuals will emerge with a clear sense of direction and an achievable action plan.
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| Official UK Visa Sites |
| www.workingintheuk.gov.uk - site aims to provide you with clear information about the various routes open to Foreign Nationals who want to come and work in the United Kingdom. |
| www.ukvisas.gov.uk -
If you are not a British Citizen or a citizen of one the European Economic Area (EEA) countries, you may need an entry clearance before you travel to the UK. |
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| Services |
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| LondonSAM School Services is a grouping of service units designed to provide and manage facilities, services and programs <<more>> |
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| Working Time regulations |
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| From October 1st 1998, important new Regulations came into force affecting most people working in the UK as well as companies and temporary work firms. <<more>> |
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| Interview Techniques |
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How to handle interviews and hopefully improve your interview technique to improve your chances of being the successful candidate that lands that all-important second interview. <<more>> |
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| Careers in different Industries |
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| London is the world’s best gateway to international markets, including the 450 million people in the European Union, the biggest single market in the world.<<more>> |
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| CV Writing Tips |
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| Please give your CV some thought and spend some time on getting it right – it may make all the difference in getting the job you really want.<<more >> |
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