...bs_bs_banner Higher Education Quarterly, 0951-5224 DOI: 10.1111/hequ.12055 Volume 68, No. 3, July 2014, pp 348–372 The Role of Work Experience in the Future Employability of Higher Education Graduates Ruth Helyer, Teesside University, r.helyer@tees.ac.uk Dionne Lee, Teesside University, d.lee@tees.ac.uk Abstract Many new graduates are finding it difficult to obtain graduate-level work and impossible to break into the sectors they were aiming at. In order to address this, higher education institutions are examining the methods they use to enhance student employability and deploying various measures to grow and strengthen this activity, with an increasing focus on providing work experience. One popular way of doing this is via internships (placements). This paper examines the context in which work experience has come to the fore as an approach to enhancing employability by interrogating recent research and policy related to this agenda. Employability is presented as an on-going debate that cannot be viewed as a finite entity but must move and develop with the market, society and the global situation. In addition the paper closely examines a graduate internship programme in a university in North East England. Comparing and contrasting findings from this scheme, with other examples of experiential learning through work experience, provides some evidence to suggest the value of internships and furthermore supports some formative ideas about how internships...
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...Organisational Change and Development | | [Type the company name] Date 19/03/13Word count 2874 | | | Contents: Page 2: Introduction Page 3: Situation Problem Solution Consequence Page 4 Change Initiatives (The What) Pages 5 Revenue and Cost initiatives (The How) Cost controlling Page 6 Change Matrix Page 7 Strike Initial change reaction Page 8 TABLE 3: New Recommended changes. Page 9 Recommendations based on failed changes in Table 2: Change Model: Page 10 GSRTC and Kotter Page 11 Managing future change at GSRTC. Recommendations Page 12 Steps to Change: Page 13 Conclusion Page 14 References Introduction: This paper will reflect on the number of changes that Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation went through in response to two events, (1) Government of Gujarat to allowing competition (2) Paying back several years of unpaid wages to employees. These events would cripple Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation if it was not for dynamic changes. The changes that took place after these events proved to be unwelcomed by the employees resulting in a strike, again, impacting Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation. By reviewing this case and analysing change modelling literature, this paper discusses the implementation of Kotter’s eight step change model to assist in the success of managing change. In addition to Kotter’s linear model, Senge’s fifth discipline is suggested to assist build the foundations for a learning...
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...building blocks needed to develop their business cases. We develop these building blocks, some business cases, as well as methods for planning and control of the logistics in LNG synchromodal transportation networks. Activities / work packages I. LNG supply chains and synchromodal transport networks: providing an identification of markets and demand to serve, economic and sensitivity analyses, definition of logistical requirements and options for synchromodal transportation. II. Multi-modal inventory-routing problems: deriving tools to enable an efficient and effective supply to distribution points in the network through synchromodal operations. III. Direct delivery multi-modal transportation problems: deriving decision tools to enable efficient direct ship-to-ship refuelling at sea. Expected results: The main objective is to derive solution approaches to design LNG synchromodal transportation networks and tools for planning of transportation and replenishment operations to enable accessibility and efficient usage of this type of fuel for all modes of transport. Market identification, demand forecasts, economic analyses and business cases are intended outcomes of this study. The developed knowledge base on LNG-specific aspects in logistics can strengthen the development efforts of the sector in The Netherlands and can aid to position Dutch companies at the frontier of development of LNG networks in Europe. Innovativeness: Due to changes in European laws, an increased usage of LNG as...
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...THE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF KENYA FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION STUDIES DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT CHALLENGES FACED IN ACCESSING AND UTILIZING INFORMATION RESOUR RESOURCES IN LIBRARIES: A CASE STUDY OF THE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF KENYA LIBRARY. BY KENNEDY LESHAN SANKALE 112P04744 A research project submitted to the school of Information and Communication Studies, Department of Information and Knowledge Management, in partial fulfillment for the requirements of the award of a Diploma of Technology: Library and Information Technology Technology. 2014 DECLARATION STUDENT I hereby declare that this is my original work and has never been presented in any other institution for an award of a diploma Name: Kennedy Leshan Sankale College Number: 112P04744 Sign: ……………………………………………………….. Date: ……………………………………………………….. SUPERVISOR This project has been presented to examination with my approval as the supervisor in The Technical University of Kenya. Name: Mrs. Tabitha Ndiku Sign: ………………………………………………………….. Date: …………………………………………………………. [i] DEDICATION This research project is dedicated to my friends and classmates whom I have been closely worked with them to accomplish this program. I thank them for the special ideas in terms of creativity, innovativeness and life in general that we have been sharing together. It has been a good time being with them and may the almighty...
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...TU-53.1360 Cross-Cultural Management Assignment 1.12 Mister Y Mister X Mister Z Mister W Mister Q Table of Contents 1. Introduction................................................................................................................................... 1 2. Group Members and Dynamics of Team............................................................................... 2 2.1. Mister Y ...................................................................................................................................................... 2 2.2. Mister X ...................................................................................................................................................... 2 2.3. Mister Z ...................................................................................................................................................... 2 2.4. Mister W ..................................................................................................................................................... 3 2.5. Mister Q ...................................................................................................................................................... 3 2.6. Dynamics of the team .................................................................................................................
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...GOOD PRACTICE CASE STUDIES IN UNIVERSITY-BUSINESS COOPERATION PART OF THE DG EDUCATION AND CULTURE STUDY ON THE COOPERATION BETWEEN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS AND PUBLIC AND PRIVATE ORGANISATIONS IN EUROPE EUROPEAN COMMISSION Directorate-General for Education and Culture Directorate C: Lifelong learning: higher education and international affairs European Institute of Innovation and Technology; economic partnership Public open tender EAC/37/2009: CONTENTS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Scope of report Introduction to UBC Elements in the UBC Ecosystem 5 5 5 5 AIMS & METHODOLOGY Introduction Objective Process for selection Basis for selection Countries considered in the selection of the cases Case study partners 7 7 7 7 8 8 9 CASE STUDIES Case study key insights Classification of countries Nature of case study Case study quick-find 10 10 12 12 13 NORTHERN Europe Case 1: SEA, Denmark Case 2: ETM, Estonia Case 3: Demola, Finland Case 4: REAP, Ireland Case 5: Mobility at UL, Latvia Case 6: CSE, Sweden Case 7: SMIL, Sweden Case 8: SPEED, UK Case 9: IDI/Digital City, UK Case 10: Acua Limited, UK 18 19 25 30 35 41 46 52 57 63 70 76 80 84 90 96 EASTERN EUROPE Case 11: GIS, Bulgaria Case 12: TTO Pécs, Hungary Case 13: The Science and Economy Project, Poland Case 14: WCTT, Poland Case 15: Q-PlanNet, Romania 75 1 © Science-to-Business Marketing Research Centre CONTENTS SOUTHERN EUROPE Case 16: MUHC, Malta Case 17: PNICube, Italy...
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...Angela Evans Unit 2 Individual Project 2 Historical Foundations American Intercontinental University February 19, 2012 Latin was one of the languages of choice but in literature it began to change early in the twelfth century. The language beginning to be used was easily understood by all who read this particular literature. Because it was an understood and easy language it spread throughout Europe and Italy. The impact of this changed language would go on to impact a variety of areas including cultures. Latin originated in Rome mainly used in Latium, Rome. It was used as early as the 6th century in the Etruscan alphabet (Ager 2012). Its capacity was spread over other areas of Italy, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East as an ordinary language for everyone (Ager). The alphabet had 23 letters: A B C D E F G H I K L M N O P Q R S T V X Y Z with none being lower case letters, the I and V were consonants and vowels, K, X, Y, and Z were used to write Greek words, and the name Julius as it known to us today was spelled IVLIVS (Ager). The vernacular language was the language that had pushed in front of the Latin language. It was easily understood because it was written in the language used by those within the region respectively. The vernacular language is the dialect used for that particular region whether it was Spanish, French, Neapolitan or Italian to name a few (Matthews, 2012). Some examples of these languages are a poem from the Italian dialect is ritmo...
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... Course Sections & Location Glenn Hodges, PhD Section 001: TU / TH 1:00 – 2:20 E-mail: hodges@broad.msu.edu Section 002: TU / TH 2:40 – 4:00 Office Phone Number: 517-432-3522 Location: C132 Holden Hall Fax: 517-432-1111 Office: N440 BCC Office Hours: TU 10:30 – 11:30 (or by appointment) Address: Department of Management Eli Broad College of Business 632 Bogue Street N475 Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48824-1032 COURSE DESCRIPTION This course addresses a very fundamental business question: “Why are some firms more successful than others over the long term?” The answer to this important question can be found in the relationship between the organization, its strategy, and its environment. This relationship is complex, uncertain, and always changing. Top managers shape and guide this relationship, making strategic decisions that change the organization's capabilities, shift its position in the environment, and / or lead the firm into a new business. This course is designed to familiarize students with the strategic management process by: * Introducing students to the different aspects of strategic decision-making from a business, corporate, and entrepreneurial perspective (lecture materials) * Exposing students to the complexity and ambiguity of strategic decision-making through the analysis of situations faced by real companies (case studies) * Interpreting (through discussion), and applying (through exercises)...
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...หลักสูตรวิชาศึกษาทั่วไป (หลักสูตรปรับปรุง พ.ศ. 2552) จุดมุงหมาย เพื่อใหนักศึกษามหาวิทยาลัยธรรมศาสตรมีความรู มีทัศนะกวางขวางรอบตัว สามารถเขาใจถึงสถานภาพของ ตัวบุคคล ที่เกี่ยวของสัมพันธกับสภาพแวดลอมทางธรรมชาติ สภาพแวดลอมทางสังคมและวัฒนธรรมและเพื่อให นักศึกษาสามารถตระหนักถึงความสัมพันธเกี่ยวโยงของวิทยาการทั้งหลาย ทั้งในทางสาขาวิทยาศาสตร สังคมศาสตร มนุษยศาสตร และภาษา ทั้งนี้ เพื่อใหเปนปจจัยเสริมสรางทางปญญา ความคิด คุณธรรม และวิจารณญาณสวนบุคคล อันจะเปนคุณประโยชนแกนักศึกษาทั้งในดานของการศึกษาในระดับสูงขึ้นไป และในดานของการนําไปประยุกตใช กับการดํารงชีวิตใหมีคุณภาพและประสิทธิภาพมากยิ่งขึ้น โครงสรางของหลักสูตรวิชาศึกษาทั่วไป พ.ศ. 2552 นักศึกษาตองศึกษาวิชาในหลักสูตรวิชาศึกษาทั่วไปรวมแลวไมนอยกวา 30 หนวยกิต ตามโครงสรางและ องคประกอบของหลักสูตรวิชาศึกษาทั่วไปซึ่งแบงเปน 2 สวน คือ สวนที่ 1 เปนหลักสูตรกลางของมหาวิทยาลัยที่กําหนดใหนักศึกษาทุกคนตองเรียนจํานวน 21 หนวยกิต ดังตอไปนี้ - หมวดมนุษยศาสตร บังคับ 1 วิชา 3 หนวยกิต - หมวดสังคมศาสตร บังคับ 1 วิชา 3 หนวยกิต - หมวดวิทยาศาสตรและคณิตศาสตร 2 วิชา 6 หนวยกิต วิทยาศาสตร บังคับ 1 วิชา 3 หนวยกิต คณิตศาสตรหรือคอมพิวเตอร บังคับเลือก 1 วิชา 3 หนวยกิต - หมวดภาษา 3 วิชา 9 หนวยกิต ภาษาไทย บังคับ 1 วิชา 3 หนวยกิต ภาษาตางประเทศ บังคับ 1 ภาษา 2 วิชา 6 หนวยกิต สวนที่ 2 เปนหลักสูตรของคณะ จํานวนไมนอยกวา 9 หนวยกิต รายละเอียดโปรดดูขอกําหนดหลักสูตรสวนนี้ของแตละคณะ รายวิชาในหลักสูตรวิชาศึกษาทั่วไปสวนที่ 1 1 วิชา - หมวดมนุษยศาสตร บังคับ มธ.110 สหวิทยาการมนุษยศาสตร - หมวดสังคมศาสตร บังคับ 1 วิชา...
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...global consumption in 2010. Over the past decade, China’s domestic coal output has more than doubled while its coal imports have increased by a factor of 60—the country’s dependence on other nations’ coal exports is growing. In 2009, the global coal market witnessed a dramatic realignment as China burst onto the scene, importing coal from as far away as Colombia and the United States. With 182 million tons (Mt) of coal sourced from overseas suppliers in 2011, China has overtaken Japan as the world’s top coal importer. Moreover, as the world’s top coal consumer, China’s imports could rise significantly again by 2015. China’s recent move from being a net coal exporter to a net coal importer portends significant changes on the global stage, especially in terms of climate change. Understanding China’s rising coal imports is crucial for managing their global impact. Introduction In 2009 the global coal market witnessed one of the most dramatic realignments it has ever seen– China, long a net exporter of coal, suddenly imported a record-smashing 126 Mt tons This inversion of China’s role in global coal markets meant that Chinese imports accounted for nearly 15% of all globally traded coal, and China became the focal point of global demand as traditional import markets like Europe and Japan stagnated in the wake of...
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...utility of mathematics to successfully prepare themselves for global citizenship. |Math 99 RW | |[pic] | |“Intermediate Algebra with Geometry” | |5 credit/contact hours, 16 weeks | |Class |Date & Time: 7:00 - 9:10pm, Tu, Th...
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.............................................................. 2 2.1 2.2 3.1 3.2 3.3 4.1 4.2 Cause and Effect ................................................................................................. 2 Internal and External Validity ............................................................................ 3 Experimental design ........................................................................................... 5 Randomization.................................................................................................... 5 Classification of Experimental Designs ............................................................. 6 Time, Cost, Administration, and Ethical Regulation ......................................... 7 Case Study: The Effect of Payment Transparency on Consumption ................. 8 3 Experimental Research ................................................................................................. 5 4 Limitations.................................................................................................................... 7 5 Conclusion .................................................................................................................... 9 Reference List ................................................................................................................. 11 i List of...
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...EUROPEAN UNIVERSITIES: EXPLORING OPTIONS ISTANBUL, 17-18 FEBRUARY 2006 CASE STUDY: UNIVERSITY OF BREMEN INTRODUCING A FUNDRAISING CULTURE: A DEMANDING AND ON-GOING PROCESS Winnie Abraham Spokesperson for the President, Head of Fundraising University of Bremen, Germany The case of Bremen will illustrate how important it is to have a clear understanding of the consequences of introducing fundraising activities on behalf of a public university BEFORE embarking on this trail. The process has a large impact on your university and - at least in the short run - no definitive results. The case will demonstrate the challenges, pitfalls and successes experienced while developing a fundraising concept and implementing it, starting with a change of mindset, which is needed from the people involved: Philanthropy is a philosophical attitude towards the world and not just another way of acquiring funds. You have to master the principles and techniques involved as well as being able to answer the question: Why does your university exist, what is your mission, why should somebody become a donor of your university? On the one hand you will realize how difficult it is to give a convincing answer and on the other hand, how many other organizations compete with you for people's wallets. While taking good advice from a US partner, the University of Bremen adapted it to its specific needs, objectives and culture. The case will pay particular attention to the issues related to anchoring the fundraising...
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...Steering Behaviors For Autonomous Characters Craig W. Reynolds Sony Computer Entertainment America 919 East Hillsdale Boulevard Foster City, California 94404 craig_reynolds@playstation.sony.com http://www.red.com/cwr/ cwr@red.com Keywords: Animation Techniques, Virtual/Interactive Environments, Games, Simulation, behavioral animation, autonomous agent, situated, embodied, reactive, vehicle, steering, path planning, path following, pursuit, evasion, obstacle avoidance, collision avoidance, flocking, group behavior, navigation, artificial life, improvisation. Abstract This paper presents solutions for one requirement of autonomous characters in animation and games: the ability to navigate around their world in a life-like and improvisational manner. These “steering behaviors” are largely independent of the particulars of the character’s means of locomotion. Combinations of steering behaviors can be used to achieve higher level goals This paper divides motion behavior into three levels. It will focus on the (For example: get from here to there while avoiding obstacles, follow this corridor, join that group of characters...) middle level of steering behaviors, briefly describe the lower level of locomotion, and touch lightly on the higher level of goal setting and strategy. Introduction Autonomous characters are a type of autonomous agent intended for use in computer animation and interactive media such as games and virtual reality. These agents represent a This stands...
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...Deepika et al. Microbial Cell Factories 2012, 11:116 http://www.microbialcellfactories.com/content/11/1/116 RESEARCH Open Access Influence of fermentation conditions on the surface properties and adhesion of Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG Gurjot Deepika1, Esther Karunakaran2, Claire R Hurley3, Catherine A Biggs2 and Dimitris Charalampopoulos1* Abstract Background: The surface properties of probiotic bacteria influence to a large extent their interactions within the gut ecosystem. There is limited amount of information on the effect of the production process on the surface properties of probiotic lactobacilli in relation to the mechanisms of their adhesion to the gastrointestinal mucosa. The aim of this work was to investigate the effect of the fermentation pH and temperature on the surface properties and adhesion ability to Caco-2 cells of the probiotic strain Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG. Results: The cells were grown at pH 5, 5.5, 6 (temperature 37°C) and at pH 6.5 (temperature 25°C, 30°C and 37°C), and their surfaces analysed by X-ray photoelectron spectrometry (XPS), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) and gel-based proteomics. The results indicated that for all the fermentation conditions, with the exception of pH 5, a higher nitrogen to carbon ratio and a lower phosphate content was observed at the surface of the bacteria, which resulted in a lower surface hydrophobicity and reduced adhesion levels to Caco-2 cells as compared to the control fermentation (pH 6.5...
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