Future Business Magnates Mentored at NUI Galway

The J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics in NUI Galway recently played host to industry professionals and corporate experts at a career-mentoring event designed to tackle the concerns of future graduates.

Around forty students attended the event and were able to have one-on-one discussions with a range of prominent figures from the business world. These twenty mentors, all of whom have established respected careers in global or national companies, offered advice from their hands-on experience to the future moguls.

Dr. Emer Mulligan, Head of the School of Business and Economics, declared how "delighted" the university was to hold the successful career-mentoring events again. "This initiative highlights the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics' commitment to preparing its students for careers in the real world. It also complements our newly introduced modules focusing on Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise, and Skills for Work Life on all of our undergraduate business programmes."

The students involved in the event were able to gain a true insight into the corporate world, while also receiving tips and recommendations on how to utilise their potential and progress in the competitive area of commerce.

Second-year Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting student, Keith Rynhart, complimented the mentors on their guidance and stated that he now feels much more comfortable with his choice of occupation. "The career mentoring session was a wonderful experience," he said. "It really helped me clarify the path that I wish to take in the future and make some contacts in the business world."

16 Jan 2012

by Marése O'Sullivan