CEDARS-Careers and Placement
The University of Hong Kong
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About
Career
Readiness
Training
Career Readiness Training is a series of engaging and empowering career seminars and workshops designed for students at all levels of study. The training will equip you with the skills and knowledge required to excel in your professional journey.
All HKU Undergraduate and Postgraduate students,
including both Local and Non-local students are welcome to join!
Career Readiness Training equips you with
Latest Trends
In-demand Skills
Interview &
Workplace Tips
Career Readiness Training
1st Semester, 2025 - 2026
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Essential
01
Navigating Your Career Planning
Date
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6 Oct (Mon)
Time
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Format / Venue
Face-to-face - Rayson Huang Theatre | Completed
🎯Key Content & Objective:
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Identify common myths and assess personal strengths, interests, and values for career planning and goal setting
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Develop an action plan by researching the job market and opportunities, and leveraging available resources and services​
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🧩Activity for Credit Award Scheme*:
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Module assignment and online quiz
02
Crafting Impactful CVs and Cover Letters
Date
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9 Oct (Thu)
Time
6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
Format / Venue
Face-to-face - Rayson Huang Theatre | Completed
🎯Key Content & Objective:
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Create a compelling and ATS-friendly CV that effectively highlights relevant skills, experiences, and achievements to potential employers
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Craft tailored cover letters that align personal branding with specific job requirements
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🧩Activity for Credit Award Scheme*:
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Module assignment and online quiz
03
Mastering Job Interview Skills
Date
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27 Oct (Mon)
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Format / Venue
Face-to-face - Rayson Huang Theatre | Completed
🎯Key Content & Objective:
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Gain insights into employers’ core competency requirements and interview expectations
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Demonstrate effective communication, body language, and interview techniques to excel in individual interviews
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🧩Activity for Credit Award Scheme*:
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Module assignment and online quiz
04
Standing Out in Group Interviews
Date
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28 Oct (Tue)
Time
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Format / Venue
Face-to-face - CPD-3.04, Run Run Shaw Tower | Completed
🎯Key Content & Objective:
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Understand group dynamics and problem-solving tasks in group interview settings
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Demonstrate critical thinking, teamwork, and presentation skills to stand out among competitors
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🧩Activity for Credit Award Scheme*:
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Module assignment and online quiz
WANTED
All
Undergraduates
Reward
One credit in the
Credit Award Scheme for Out-of-classroom Learning Experiences
*ONLY undergraduate students who have attended
all the Essential and Advanced sessions in the programme and completed all module assignment and online quiz are eligible to apply for the credit
Notes for Registration: ​
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The sessions will be conducted face-to-face or online via Zoom.
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All students are welcome to join.
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You can register for any one or all of the sessions.
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Quotas are limited on a first-come-first-served basis, please register as soon as possible.
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Once you receive our confirmation email, please make sure you attend the session(s) you have signed up for; otherwise you will be put in a lower priority for future programmes.
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For new graduates without HKU portal login, please register for the training session(s) at Registration Form for New Graduates.
Enquiries: CareerTraining@cedars.hku.hk
