Career Booster | NUS Centre for Future-ready Graduates

Centre for
Future-ready Graduates

Built around 3 key themes of advanced interviewing/ assessment skills, industry horizons, and life skills at the workplace, Career Booster workshops equip students to navigate the hiring process and successfully transition into the workplace. Sharpen technical career skills even as you hone key life skills such as engaging and working effectively with others, strategies for higher personal effectiveness, amidst others.

New Career Booster workshops are continually being added throughout the academic year. We invite you to check regularly for workshops that may interest you.

Partners seeking collaboration opportunities can email to cfg_careerbooster@nus.edu.sg, and our team will be in touch with you.

Advanced Interview / Assessment Skills

Impactful Resumes with ChatGPT

3 September 2025 (Wednesday), 4pm – 5.30pm
Open to all students and alumni

Create standout resumes faster with ChatGPT. Learn tips and prompts to optimise your resume in this hands-on virtual workshop.

Ace Your Assessment Centre (Undergraduate)

23 September (Tuesday), 2pm – 6pm
Open to all students (Priority provided to non-Business students)

Learn how to succeed at Assessment Centres, a tool used by leading companies for various purposes from recruiting management associates to internal promotion exercises.

The Ultimate Case Interview Crash Course

25 September (Thursday), 9.30am – 12.30pm
Open to all students

Ace your consulting case interviews in this hands-on workshop to sharpen your structuring and case math skills.

Ace Your Assessment Centre (Postgraduate)

26 September (Friday), 2pm – 6pm
Open to postgraduate students

Master assessment centres with real-world simulations in this hands-on workshop for postgraduates. Build agility, lead with impact, and get expert feedback.

Life Skills @ Workplace

Heart of Leadership

23, 30 August, 6, 13 September 2025 (Saturday), 9am – 12.30pm

Deep dive into the core ingredients for effective leadership, and be equipped with the skills and attributes to create lasting impact.

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LinkedIn: Your Digital Career Edge

10 September (Wednesday), 3pm – 4.30pm
Open to all students

Boost your LinkedIn game and learn to build your brand, grow connections, and stand out to recruiters in this virtual workshop.

Money Moves: What Young Professionals Get Wrong (and Right)

17 September (Wednesday), 12pm – 1.30pm,
Open to all students and alumni

Debunk financial myths, learn real-world tips, and get expert advice in this online panel discussion designed for young professionals.

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Harnessing Strengths for Workplace Success

24 September (Wednesday), 2pm – 5pm
Open to all students

Discover how to apply and showcase your top talents in the workplace at this strengths-based career workshop.

How to Protect Your Job: What Humans Can Do that AI Can’t

29 September (Monday), 4pm – 6pm
Open to all students and alumni

Thrive in the age of AI and learn to leverage human strengths like creativity, ethics, and critical thinking in real-world environments.

Elevate Your Professional Image: Mastering Wardrobe & Styling for Impact

30 September (Tuesday), 2pm – 4pm
Open to all students and alumni

Master styling essentials, decode dress codes, and dress confidently for interviews in this workshop conducted by experts from H&M.

Managing Job Offers and Salary Negotiation

13 October 2025 (Monday), 10am – 12pm

Open to all students and alumni

Evaluate, negotiate, and respond like a pro in this hands-on workshop with expert guidance and real-world case studies.

Cultural Competence and Diversity Awareness

15 October (Wednesday), 2.30pm – 4.30pm
Open to all students

Learn to communicate clearly, build trust, and lead across cultures in this interactive workplace communication workshop.

Navigating your Job Search: Staying Resilient through Mindfulness

17 October 2025 (Friday), 12pm – 1.30pm

Open to all students and alumni

Feeling stuck after graduation? Join this lunchtime workshop to build resilience, reframe rejection, and regain control of your job search journey.

Industry Horizons

Banking 101

29 August (Friday), 2.30pm – 4.30pm,
22 September (Monday), 3pm – 5pm,
Open to all students

Get an introduction to the banking and finance sector — roles, career paths, its role in the wider economy and impact on individual businesses.

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Tech Interview Mastery: Real-Time Impact in AdTech

4 September (Thursday), 4pm – 5.30pm,
Open to all students

Crack technical interviews, explore ad tech with coding tips, recruiter insights, and hear firsthand from engineers building at scale.

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Careers in Publishing and Writing

9 September (Tuesday), 2pm – 3.30pm,
Open to all students

Explore career paths in writing, editing & publishing within Singapore’s vibrant literary scene and turn your love for words into a career!

Tech Careers Beyond Tech

16 September (Tuesday), 12pm – 2pm,
Open to all students

Delve into the expanding role and critical impact of technologists in diverse sectors such as FMCG, Maritime, and Pharmaceuticals in this eye-opening career panel.

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Launch Your Finance Career Journey with AmplifyME Pathways

1 October (Wednesday), 12pm – 2pm,
Open to all students

Explore real-world simulations, insider insights, and diverse finance roles with AmplifyMe Pathways, a leading platform used by top global financial institutions to identify talent.

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Charting New Waters: AI & Data for Maritime Transportation Services

14 October (Tuesday), 2pm – 4pm,
Open to all students

Explore the future of ocean shipping in this workshop by Cargill. Learn about digital innovation, AI tools, and career paths in maritime transport.

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