Category Archives: Soft Skill Courses
[Workshop] Planning the completion of your dissertation
A concentrated and well-structured finish to achieve your goal.
Towards the end of your doctoral study many questions arise, which are discussed in this module. The course addresses the many factors affecting the effective structuring of the final phase of your doctorate, and focusses on proven methods that will form the framework of clear future perspectives.
- Structure of the final phase in terms of focus, priorities, and scheduling
- Planning and focussing on the writing process and the correction phase
- Dismantling practical and psychological barriers to writing
- Strategic issues for co-operation partners and supervisors during and after the dissertation
- Self-representation as an expert in the chosen research field and in the post-PhD market
- Positioning platforms & further career development
- Online and in-person networking skills
Trainer: Mark Edwards (https://www.kompetenzia-international.com/)
Date: November 3rd & 4th, 2021
Time: 2 -5 pm
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[InGrA] How to Master a Job Interview
- Preparation and phases of interviews
- Answering trick questions
- Salary negotiation strategies
- Determination of salaries
- Self-presentation practice in small groups
Date: August 2d & 5th, 2021
Time: 9:30am – 3:00pm
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[InGrA] How to Write a Persuasive Job Application
For many scientists, writing job applications tends to be quite difficult, especially for jobs beyond the academic system. In fact, misapprehensions and mistakes in the application dossier often prevent them from securing jobs they are perfectly suited for. This workshop will help you write a convincing application.
Date: July 15th, 2021
Time: 9:00am – 3:30pm
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[InGrA] Introduction to Python
In recent years Python has become more and more popular. According to the Tiobe Index it is about to overtake Java and to be the number two in the list of the most important programming language in the world. In the fields of numerical programming and Machine Learning, Python is the leader. It is not just easier to learn than other languages but programs in Python can also be faster written and are characterized by their easy readability. One of the reasons for this are the user-friendly data structures and the easy to grasp syntax.
Date: June 28 and July 1, 2021
Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
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