̽»¨Ö±²¥

Students and industry planning for a brighter future together

There was an excellent turnout to the inaugural industry meet and greet event for final yearÌý̽»¨Ö±²¥ÌýReal Estate and Planning students, onÌý16 October 2019Ìýheld at theÌýRoyal Institute of Chartered Surveyors Headquarters,Ìýhere in ̽»¨Ö±²¥.ÌýStudents had the chance to meet with industry professionals, and were given the valuable opportunity to network and have their research topics critiqued by a panel of experts.

Split into two segments, the day began with presentations carefully crafted to guide students in building careers and securing their dream jobs in the areas of Real Estate and Planning. With talks on topics such as the pre-job application stage and preparing a CV with Place Partnership Director Andrew Pollard, and interview techniques and industry skills with Lambert Smith Hampton’s Mark Winsor, the students learnt what it takes to work in the property market and how to effectively prepare themselves to do so.

The next segment was all about networking, and gaining constructive criticism on project ideas. Students picked the brains of industry experts, refining their work and gaining valuable connections in industry. TheÌýUniversityÌýCareers team was also on site, providing further advice and assistance.ÌýÌý

As part of the event,Ìýthe industry professionalsÌývoted on the best topic knowledge and professional skills. Once the votes were completed andÌýtheÌýindustry scores had been collated, an awards ceremony was held, recognising outstanding student research plans. The presentation was well-received by the students and professionals alike. Awards were given to the students as follows:

  • ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýLucy Williams – Professional Etiquette
  • ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýBenjamin Oakes – Networking Skills
  • ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýHenry Pease – Best Research (Innovation)
  • ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýBhavanjot Rehal – Best Research (Environmental)
  • ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýElizabeth Edgar – Best Research (Business Strategy)
  • ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýAlya Akhtar – Best Knowledge Research Topic

The organisers would like to thank the staff, industry presenters, and of course the students for everything thing they did that made this event possible and run so smoothly.Ìý

Built Environment Courses

Find out more about our courses