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Career Expo 2012
Date issued: 7 May 2012
Thanks for making the Career Expo 2012 a great success. Over 5500 delegates mingled among high profile employers throughout Australia and Asia. Attendees in Asia met with the Big 4. In Australia, they met with the ATO, BHP Billiton, Telstra, Shell Australia and NAB.

Study tips: Know yourself
Date issued: 3 May 2012
Chances are you don’t have total recall of every single thing you learnt this semester – and you more than likely have an exam coming up. This is why it is important to establish a study plan that works for you.

Striking the study-life balance
Date issued: 3 May 2012
People are often talking about the work-life-balance, and the same principles can be applied to the study-life balance. Sure, the work-life balance is often hard to strike because work takes over and the study-life balance is hard to strike because life takes over, but the balance is important, regardless of your situation. Here are a few tips to set you in the right direction.

Time to take a tablet?
Date issued: 23 April 2012
Tablet computers are a great option for lectures – you can record sound and video and take notes, and they have much longer battery power than a conventional laptop. Also, with the release of Windows 8 expected shortly, you will soon be able to use Windows on some tablets.

Top apps for life and study
Date issued: 2 April 2012
If you own a smartphone, you probably know about the massive range of applications (apps) available. But did you know they can also help you study and provide welcome relief when you need to take a break?

Applying for graduate positions
Date issued: 2 April 2012
After university, it can be hard to figure out exactly what you’re qualified for, and how to best break into the industry. Getting a graduate job is the perfect way to kick-start your career. So how do you do it?

Have it all, pay less
Date issued: 21 March 2012
Let’s face it, finances can get pretty tight when you’re living the student life. The little money that is coming in is usually reserved for books, accommodation, transport and maybe a bit of fun during the week. However, you are eligible for all sorts of student discounts and offers that will make penny-pinching easier.

Start your search engines
Date issued: 27 February 2012 
The new search function on the CPA Australia website has gone live, making it easier to get information you need fast.

Career expos – how to prepare
Date issued: 24 February 2012
You’re probably familiar with the idea of careers fair expos, but sometimes the benefits of attending such events are unclear. Here are a few tips to ensurehelp you get the most out of a careers fair.

Office terms – what do they mean?
Date issued: 10 February 2012
Having the clothes and walking the walk isn’t all you need to learn when starting a job. You also need to know how to talk the talk.

Setting up RSS feeds – they’re not out of fashion!
Date issued: 6 February 2012
The internet delivers a world of information to our fingertips, the trouble is there’s just so much of it to keep track of! Keeping up-to-date with favourite blogs, news and reviews is easier with a content aggregator like RSS (really simple syndication).

Uni life – starting out
Date issued: 6 February 2012
If you’re about to embark upon your first year of university, chances are you have known for some time what, and where, you will be studying.

Crossing borders – communicating across cultures
Date issued: 30 January 2012
Communicating effectively is tough at the best of times, but when communication occurs between people from different cultures the challenges can sometimes seem insurmountable

Goal setting gets results
Date issued: 16 January 2011
Creating and working towards meaningful goals is the key to reaching your potential. Whether it’s working towards high distinctions, chipping away at key performance indicators, or training for a marathon, we all have the best intentions to deliver results. Research has shown that setting tangible goals along the way ensures that these intentions become a reality by keeping you on track, and managing your time and priorities effectively.

Spend your holidays wisely
Date issued: 16 January 2012
It’s easy enough to spend your break lazing by a pool and sleeping in, but while you’re relaxing your future colleagues might be working hard at standing out from the crowd. Consider using your holiday wisely by taking time to bulk up your resume or make a difference.

Tips for negotiating a salary
Date issued: 16 January 2012
One of the most daunting aspects of securing your first job or a new role can be negotiating your wage. Being prepared and open to salary negotiations will help you gain greater benefits for your role.

Make your new year’s resolution
Date issued: 3 January 2012
It’s 2012 already, and with a new year come new year’s resolutions. Instead of making a pointless resolution that you’re just going to break in February, why not make yours one that might benefit your career?

End-of-year parties – the dos and don’ts
Date issued: 24 November 2011
The end-of-year function is a great way to wind down the year with your colleagues, but it’s also an opportunity to make a fool of yourself and potentially limit your future. It’s wise to think about your behaviour before you start your night out. Here are a few tips to steer you in the right direction.

How to write a killer resume
Date issued: 21 October 2011
With exams coming to end, it’s time to start applying for professional roles, internships or holiday work. Your resume is a vital tool in the application process. Here are some tips to ensure you stand out from the crowd and don’t make any rookie errors.

Study tips – finding the right fit for you
Date issued: 3 October 2011
Preparation is the key to success. Have you retained the information you’ve learnt throughout your course? Are you ready to pass that test? Are you on your way to acing your exams? These questions might sound daunting, but if you’ve established a successful study plan you have nothing to worry about.

Don’t waste your time
Date issued: 3 October 2011
Finding the perfect balance between study, work and a social life may be almost an impossible task, but effective time management will make it a lot easier.

Get LinkedIn – create your profile and start networking
Date issued: 3 October 2011
There are more than 120 million professionals on LinkedIn, making it a powerful online networking tool for connecting with potential employers and finding job opportunities.

Make a difference
Date issued: 16 September 2011
As reported in the July issue of INTHEBLACK, more than 34 per cent of the adult population volunteer, but finding the right volunteering opportunity for you can be difficult. CPA Update gives you a few tips to set you in the right direction.

Don’t give up – beat those post-application blues
Date issued: 5 September 2011
If you’re entering the workforce or applying for internships you may have to go through a number of application processes or interviews before landing a job.

Making the most of careers fairs
Date issued: 22 August 2011
Find out what you should do to get the most out of your day and help enhance your career prospects.

How to stand out when you apply for an internship
Date issued: 19 August 2011
Putting yourself forward for an internship is no different to putting yourself forward for a full-time job. Presentation, strong communication skills and an eye for detail are essential in the application process.

Internships – what's in it for me?
Date issued: 5 August 2011
For many, an internship is a concept that often flies around the studying sphere, but, aside from working, what can you get out of doing an internship? 

Clean your online profile
Date issued: 5 August 2011
When you’re in the market for a job one of the first things you need to do – before applying – is clean out your online profiles. A nice rule to follow is ‘what would Grandma say if I joined this group or liked this comment?’.

Careers fairs – how to get prepared
Date issued: 2 August 2011
You’re probably familiar with the idea of careers fairs, but sometimes the benefits of attending such events are unclear. Read our tips to help you get the most out of a careers fair.