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April 2015
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A NEWSLETTER FOR
BUSINESS STUDENTS
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Computer Labs and Printing at Building 40
Did you know that there are Student Computer Labs located in
building 40, level 2 for you to use?
The Labs open at 8:30am weekdays and close at 4:30pm most
days (click here for extended opening hours).
The Student Labs are closed on weekends and public holidays.
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Why did you choose Business?
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FACULTY ADVICE
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SCHOLARSHIPS
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CLUBS & SOCIETIES
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CAREERS
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OPPORTUNITIES & EVENTS
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HELPFUL TIPS
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Matthew Lucas
Bachelor of Commerce
(Accountancy)
Ho Hin Ng
Sureena Shanmugam
Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Commerce
(Marketing)
(International Business)
“I did well in Business
at high school and got
good marks.”
“I find it interesting
being in a Marketing
Major.
It’s challenging for me
to do these subjects
but I like it.”
“I like the subjects
offered for this course.
Also there are good job
prospects when I finish
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Happy Easter to all of you as we count down to our
break that will be happening soon!
MEET THE HEADS OF STUDENTS
HEAD OF STUDENTS REPORT
1. Make sure you attend your classes - both lectures and
tutorials.
2. Make sure you check your SOLs messages, it is important
that you do this to ensure you do not miss any important
messages.
3. Make sure you know what the ‘key dates’ are for your
assignments – doing regular work means that you do not get
any nasty surprises with material that is due and you are not
prepared.
4. Do you have any mid session exams to study up for?
Have you made sure you know the structure of your midsession exam? If you do not know, go over the subject outline
and find out, or email your Subject Co-ordinator and ask for
information.
5. Have you taken the time to go and visit your subject
co-ordinator in their student consultation times? They are
there for you to come and ask questions. If you cannot visit
in person, please take the time to email or phone to make
sure you get your answers to the issues that concern you.
7. If at any time you are unsure of any issue please call into
Business Central and ask us - we are more than happy to talk
to you. Remember no question is too silly to ask.
We are always happy to help you with all your issues.
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If you need to talk to one of the Heads
of Students please contact Business
Central and the staff will organise an
appointment for you.
Are you ready for your exams?
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We are all located within Business Central, working
very closely with the Business
Central team who do a fantastic job looking after all
the student needs of the Business Faculty students. Find out more
Enjoy the break and keep safe!
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In the Faculty of Business there are three Heads of
Students - Dr Reetu Verma, Ms Nadia Verrucci and
Dr Ananda Wickramasinghe.
A few tips for you to consider:
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What should you be doing to organise your study?
You will need to have your
calculator approved for use
in all UOW exams.
Before your exam, make sure
you know what you can and
can’t take into the exam room.
Click here
to find out how!
Click here
for the list
Email
us here
Feeling stressed?
Check out the UOW Exam Tips
to help you get prepared.
Click here
to learn more
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Scholarships &
Grants!
Academic Advisors
Get help choosing your subjects!
Click the below links to see your Advisor’s
contact details and consultation times
The Dharawal Scholarship
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The Dharawal Scholarship is offering $1,000 to an undergraduate student of Aboriginal or
Torres Strait Islander descent studying in any Undergraduate degree at the University of
Wollongong.
Applications must be submitted to
Student Central by: 24 April 2015
Travel grants will range from $7000 if you are undertaking exchange in Asia, to $5000 if
you are undertaking exchange anywhere other than Asia.
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Veolia Mulwaree Trust Scholarship is a $3,000pa Scholarship for any Undergraduate
student studying at the University of Wollongong.
Click for more info
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ECONOMICS
Amir Arjomandi
FINANCE
Mara Koplin
Aelee Jun
Parulian Silaen
Silvia Mendolia
MARKETING
Shahriar Akter
HR MANAGEMENT
Anne Cox
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
SUPPLY CHAIN MGMT
Albert Munoz
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Peter Massingham
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Hajar Roudaki
More info
Veolia Mulwaree Trust Community Scholarship
UOW Alumni Campus Chapter Scholarship
UOW Alumni Campus Chapter is offering a $2,000pa Scholarship to a 1st or 2nd year
Undergraduate student studying any degree.
Applications must be submitted to
Student Central by: 30 April 2015
Sudhir Lodh
Natalie Akmacic
Applications for Faculty of Business International Exchange Travel Grants are now open for
students who are intending on undertaking exchange in Autumn 2016!
Applications must be submitted to
Student Central by: 30 April 2015
Brian Lynch
Click for more info
International Exchange Travel Grants
Applications close 5pm, 22nd May 2015.
ACCOUNTING
Click for more info
Lois Burgess
MANAGEMENT
BUSINESS INNOVATION
SMALL BUSINESS
Lynnaire Sheridan
Faculty of Business
Clubs & Societies
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Become a part of ENACTUS today!
Enactus is an international organisation that brings
together student, academic and business leaders who
are committed to using the power of entrepreneurial
action to enable progress around the world.
Join the club!
ENACTUS: Imagination | Courage | Determination Partnership | Accountability | Curiosity
Economics & Finance Society (EFSOC)
Thanks to all of our members that came to our ‘Meet & Greet’
Night at the Living Room. The event was a great success, with
over 50 people attending. It was great to see so many faces
this year as well.
Congratulations to Jody Le for winning our $50 Unishop
Voucher raffle.
I hope that the first few weeks of session so far have been enjoyable, and that you are
excited for our upcoming events!
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So far, EFSOC is organising:
Bloomberg Aptitude Testing (BAT)
The BAT is a two-hour exam that assesses a student’s aptitude to work in financial
services on a global, comparative level.
It measures knowledge in eight areas: math, analytical reasoning, charts analysis, news
analysis, economics, global markets, analysis of financial statements, and investment
banking. See our Facebook page for more info about it in week 6!
Trivia (Week 8)
Come join us at the Unibar for your chance to win prizes in a fun way with other EFSOC
members.
UOW Marketing & PR Society
The UOW Marketing & PR Society is a young
society with the mission of inter-connecting
Marketing & PR students in a fun atmosphere,
and offer opportunities for members to gain
valuable professional experience and
opportunities through events such as
networking events and workshops.
The University of Wollongong Human Resources and Management Society
A society for HR and management students
with the aim of providing opportunities for
networking and professional development,
as well as fun social events.
RBA tour (Week 11)
Although it is still early days, EFSOC is excited to announce that it will be holding a field
trip to the Reserve Bank in Sydney.
We will listen to presentations from experts at the Bank, and there will be a chance to
network with others in the industry afterwards. Stay tuned for more information about it!
Please feel free to email us at [email protected] if you have any enquires, or
keep in touch via our Facebook page!
Your Stackelberg leader,
Louise Frost
Secretary
Join the club!
JOIN US TODAY!
Join the club!
Chinese Academic Business Learning & Education (CABLE)
The Cable Club is a group of bilingual academic high achievers
dedicated to assisting fellow Chinese students in relevant
Business majors, as well as providing and sharing experiences
of studying and living overseas.
加入我们!
Visit website
EaChinese Forum
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CAREERS CONSULTANT
To book an appointment with Taryn, our
Faculty Careers Consultant, you can contact
her directly through the details below:
BHP Billiton Australia
2016 Foundations for Graduates Program
Taryn McDonnell
Are you looking for an interesting and fulfilling career where you are encouraged to
explore your potential and stretch your capabilities?
Join BHP Billiton’s global team!
Click here
Email: [email protected]
Applications close 3 April 2015.
Appointments can also be made via CareerHub
for more info!
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40K GLOBE IS A ONE MONTH
PROGRAM IN INDIA WHERE YOU
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WAM CALCULATOR
Click here for the latest
job vacancies on campus!
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Faculty of Business are seeking students who are interested in mentoring small groups of new
International students in Spring session 2015.
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Being an International Peer Mentor is a great way for you meet people from around the world,
develop your cross-cultural communication skills, and gain experience in
assisting new international students transition into life as a student at UOW.
The role is a volunteer position.
As a mentor, you will be:
• A student studying a degree with the Faculty of Business;
• Have completed at least 1 semester of study at UOW; and
• Achieved a WAM of at least 65% (credit average).
Great for
your CV!
To apply, you will need to email the following to Sean Lu ([email protected]):
1) 150-word personal statement of why you think you would be a suitable International Peer Mentor; and
2) Your CV
Applications close Friday, 15th May 2015. Applicants will be shortlisted and interviewed.
Find out more
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DO YOU KNOW A GRAD WHO DESERVES TO BE CELEBRATED?
Nominations for the 2015 Alumni Awards are now open.
Young UOW alumni like Dr Teena Downton are doing great things.
And we know she’s not the only one doing great things.
That’s why we want you to nominate an exceptional graduate for a UOW Alumni Award.
In 2015 we’re offering awards for professional excellence, social impact, research and
innovation, and young alumni.
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Nominate a UOW graduate before 1 May and help us find another story worth celebrating.
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Like most things, the more you practise networking, the easier it gets.
So why not come along to Networking After 5 to strengthen your professional
networking skills in an informal environment with real business people who are
coming along to help you do just that. You never know who you may meet or what
doors a conversation may open down the track!
Register now for this FREE event.
Friendship BBQ
The Illawarra Committee for International Students (ICIS) invites you to a
traditional Aussie BBQ!
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Networking After 5: Wednesday 1 April
Check
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blog!
Faces of UOW
Our student bloggers have been busy on campus finding out the insider
stories of your classmates at UOW.
Make sure you check out the latest faces and stories, and share with
your friends!
Plus keep your eyes out for our student bloggers - you might just be the next
Face of UOW...
Like on Facebook
When: Saturday 11 April, 11am – 2pm
Where: Stuart Park, North Wollongong
Cost: FREE
Register here!
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FREE student
memberships!
Student Trips: Australian Country Adventure
Each year the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI) offers the University of
Wollongong a number of complimentary student memberships.
By joining AMI, students will become a member of Australia’s professional body for marketers.
The benefits of a student membership include:
• A subscription to Professional Marketing magazine - the AMI official publication
• Access to member-only resources in the AMI website
• Online delivery of the AMI newsletter - Marketing Update
• Volunteer opportunities
Visit Goulburn, one of Australia’s most historic country towns.
Goulburn’s beautiful autumn leaves are spectacular. The trip includes a visit to a
working sheep station to watch the sheep dogs at work.
Please contact Megan Edgar ([email protected]) in the School of Management, Operations
and Marketing for a membership application.
Tickets can be purchased from URAC
When: Sunday 12 April. Departure at 9am from Northfields Ave
Return: 7pm
Cost: $50 adults, $30 child (12 years and under)
Like us on Facebook! TIP OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to two of our Business
students winning the Pearson Student
Academic Achievement Awards for demonstrated
outstanding effort, dedication and achievement.
Postgraduate student, John Montgomery won in the category of
Management, Marketing, Decision Science and Business Law Science
while Dean’s Scholar student, Mai Anh Nguyen, took out Accounting,
Economics and Finance.
“I was so happy to be awarded first place,” said Mai Ahn. “I wanted to
enter a national competition so it has given me really good experience in
competing at a high level. The competition was about why you had chosen
your degree and the impact it will have on your life, so it was very easy for
me to showcase the University I love and my passion for accounting and
finance all in one.”
With a record amount of entries received in the competition, it’s a
fantastic achievement for our students to win in two separate
categories.
Click here to find out more
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