The event started with an introductory presentation in the lecture theatre about assessment centres and the necessity to work in teams. Half the group then went to various seminar rooms to complete their assessment which was monitored by IBM managers and intern students from Kent Business School, currently on placement at IBM.<\/p>\n
The process was repeated for the second group, whilst the Schools\u2019 IBM interns delivered further presentations in the lecture theatre on topics including what to expect during a Year in Industry and life in the corporate world.<\/p>\n
Elaine Howe<\/a>, Student Placement Coordinator at Kent Business School felt this event proved beneficial for the students \u201cI was excited to attend this collaborative activity with IBM, it\u2019s such a great opportunity for our students to gain a deeper understanding of the company, as well as what to expect during the real assessment centre. Feedback from IBM and the students was positive, so I am sure they will not be as nervous at the real thing!\u201d<\/p>\n We are pleased that IBM were very impressed with the strong calibre of our students, they were focussing on real and relevant business and employability issues such as a focus on team work and cohesive practises. Students were equally impressed by the quality of the session which will greatly enhance their employability skills.<\/p>\n The next event in this series is on 29 November 2011 and further details can be found on the Business School website or by emailing kbsugplacements@kent.ac.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n These workshops are only open to stage 2 students registered to undertake a Year in Industry.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/kbs-news-events\/files\/2011\/11\/flickr-icon.jpg\"){kind=icon}
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