MA History student Farhana Qayoom Shaikh recently spoke to the Arts and Humanities student newsletter about the value of OU study to her employers and her career.<\/p>\n
\u201cOne thing I wish I had known before starting an MA in History with the Open University is how many professional opportunities it would open for me.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
To open new opportunities like Farhana in your career:<\/p>\n
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- Identify your achievements and skills<\/a> from study.<\/li>\n
- Activate your contacts by developing your professional network<\/a> and watching our Networking woe to networking pro<\/a> workshop.<\/li>\n
- Hone your application skills<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Employers value OU study<\/h2>\n
\u201cI have found that employers truly value the dedication required to complete a qualification alongside work \u2026 this recognition even led to an internal promotion.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
You are a unique candidate with great potential when applying for jobs, promotions or courses. Employers consistently say they value OU students not only for employability skills gained from OU study<\/a>, but their life and work experience too.<\/p>\n
Employers are eager to meet you, and you can do that at our regular careers events<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Further study<\/h2>\n
\u201cHad I known the doors this MA would unlock, I would have signed up much sooner!\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
If Farhana has inspired you to consider further study, read our Options for further study<\/a> page and watch our Considering postgraduate study<\/a> webinar.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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