UMT Students explore five essential competencies for Career development
From communicating with colleagues and presenting ideas to a group to crafting an impressive CV, each skill plays an important role in building students’ confidence and adaptability as they enter the workplace. These are also essential competencies that young people should proactively develop throughout their university journey.
From communicating with colleagues and presenting ideas to a group to crafting an impressive CV, each skill plays an important role in building students’ confidence and adaptability as they enter the workplace. These are essential competencies that young people should proactively develop throughout their university journey.
Exploring this relevant and engaging topic, the talk show “From Campus to Career – Five Competencies for Success: Is Gen Z Ready?”, jointly organised by the University of Management and Technology Ho Chi Minh City (UMT) and T-Education Training & Consulting, provided students with valuable insights and practical knowledge, helping them better prepare for their future careers.
As the guest speaker, Ms. Phan Thi Tu Trinh, a master’s degree holder, editor, lecturer, and Founder and CEO of T-Education Training & Consulting, shared insights into five essential competencies and skills that students need to develop to confidently enter the labour market:
Effective Communication: Building confidence and developing the ability to use body language, vocal expression, active listening, and effective questioning to establish meaningful connections and build trust.
Persuasive Presentation: Developing the ability to craft compelling messages, articulate ideas clearly, demonstrate confidence, and deliver engaging presentations that capture the audience’s attention.
Workplace Communication: Learning professional email etiquette, communicating information clearly, and demonstrating professionalism in the workplace.
Teamwork: Leveraging individual strengths, collaborating effectively, fostering a sense of responsibility, and enhancing collective problem-solving skills.
Job Application Preparation: Identifying common CV writing mistakes, selecting relevant information, and effectively presenting personal competencies and experience to prospective employers.
Beyond theoretical insights, the programme incorporated real-life scenarios and interactive activities, providing UMTers with opportunities to engage directly with the speaker, gain a deeper understanding of their strengths, and identify areas for further skill development.
Through initiatives that connect students with industry experts and businesses, UMT continues to prioritise their holistic development by bridging academic knowledge with the practical demands of the labour market, empowering them to proactively build a solid foundation for their future careers from the early stages of their university education.
