Postgraduate study helps you to refine your skills by conducting your own research and in-depth studies. Employers like to see relevant postgraduate experience as it suggests the applicant has the ability to work under his or her own initiative and meet deadlines.
But don't be mistaken into thinking that any postgraduate degree would do. Employers generally look for relevant degrees that show the applicant's enthusiasm for entering their chosen field. And doing a postgraduate degree means being disciplined enough to meet deadlines and work independently.
Read about recent graduates who chose to do a postgraduate degree and find out how it helped them. If you are thinking of doing a postgraduate degree and need more information, read our case studies listed below to help with your decision.
Real World Advice Article: Postgraduate Study: A Good Idea?
EMPLOYERS
| Brunel University | Brunel is a world-class university based in Uxbridge, West London.... | more |
| Exeter University | We are a leading UK university with 14,000 students at our campuse... | more |
| Nottingham Trent University | NTU offers a wide course portfolio, whether you want to study for ... | more |
| Cass Business School | Part of City University, Cass is a business school with a truly in... | more |
| College of Law | The College of Law is the UK’s leading provider of legal edu... | more |
| London Metropolitan University | London Metropolitan University is one of the foremost providers of... | more |
| Wales Aberystwyth | Founded in 1872, Aberystwyth was the first university institution ... | more |
| Cardiff Law School | Cardiff Law School is a large, well resourced centre of excellence... | more |
| ESCP-EAP | Founded in 1819, ESCP-EAP is one of the world's oldest business sc... | more |
| Durham Business School | In the competitive environment of business, organisations are incr... | more |
LATEST JOBS
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| Chartered Accountancy ACA Trainee | ICAEW | 27 Nov 2008 |
| Business Analyst Scheme | Npower | 31 Mar 2008 |
CASE STUDIES
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James Slaughter - Postgraduate Study The MBA gives students detailed insight into critical business issues,... more |
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Jamie Lyons - Postgraduate Study I continued in order to expand on the skills I had already developed in... more |
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Martian Appiah - JP Morgan - Credit Analyst The Durham MSc Finance and Investment attracted me because of the strong... more |
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Konstantina Kougiannou - MA Human Resource Management I chose Durham because of its exceptional reputation: I was extremely pleased... more |
ADVICE
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If you are a budding entrepreneur and like the idea of your knowledge and... more |
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Considering Postgraduate study? Well, it can propel you onto better opportunities... more |
