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Careers and Employability

Careers and employability

From the moment you arrive, until 2 years after graduation, the Adam Smith Business School and the University provide a range of support to help you plan for your future. 

We encourage students to be proactive and take advantage of what's on offer, including our team of Student Development Coaches.

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Meet the team

Students who are enrolled on the Adam Smith Skills Award are able to meet with our Student Development Coaches and access a range of activities as well as attend group coaching sessions.

Carol Andrews standing outside the main building at the University of Glasgow
Carol Andrews standing outside the main building at the University of Glasgow

Carol Andrews

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 13:26:00 GMT

As a qualified Careers Adviser and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, Carol is dedicated to empowering Economics students through tailored career and professional development activities.

Bruce Jardine standing in the quadrangle at the University of Glasgow for a profile photo
Bruce Jardine standing in the quadrangle at the University of Glasgow for a profile photo

Bruce Jardine

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 13:26:23 GMT

With a rich background in finance and accounting, Bruce leverages over 15 years of career coaching expertise to guide Accountancy and Finance students toward a successful and fulfilling professional journey.

Iona Phillips standing in the cloisters at the University of Glasgow
Iona Phillips standing in the cloisters at the University of Glasgow

Iona Phillips

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 13:29:14 GMT

Drawing on years of experience in career development, Iona is dedicated to enriching the employability skills of Management students, through group coaching and targeted professional development activities.

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Careers Service

The Careers Service offers a range of masterclasses, employer events, careers fairs, self-help resources and videos to help you to plan for your future.  

College of Social Sciences Employability Team

The College Employability Programme sits alongside your Careers Service support and has been designed to help you reflect on and communicate the key skills and graduate attributes you will develop through your academic, extra-curricular and work-related activities. The College Employability team is led by Dr Dickon Copsey and supported by Emma Smith.