Career Guidance and Counselling

If you are uncertain or undecided about your academic major, or are considering a transfer from one major to another, the center will provide you with the opportunity to learn more about various academic disciplines that are in line with your interests and future aspirations through formal and informal assessments Tamheed).

The career harmonic tests known as "Tamheed" are based on professional counseling sessions in the Career Services Center at the University of Qatar is considered as the process of assessing individual abilities and inclinations as well as personal qualities and talents they possess. These tests are available through the Tamheed website in a number of languages ​​including Arabic, English and French. Students can get a number of their own account they can access to conduct this test. Thus each student gets on his report, upon the results the student get consulted  through a career advising session which enables graduate students to choose the best career path that suits their abilities and interests.

The test is performed on the computer by following the instructions that will appear on the screen through the website, and we invite you to read the instructions carefully. The test includes questions specific personal preferences, such as circadian patterns and interest in the future career.

This test is not restricted by a certain time, but one must answer honestly and quickly and spontaneously followed by any first impressions. Then one must perform a set of capability tests. Here we should investigate the speed and accuracy of the answer. As you answer the most questions in the context of the time available for each test, and before starting any test will appear on the screen a set of guidelines and instructions you read them carefully.

Tips:

• Be sure to read all instructions carefully before starting the test.
• Students must answer all questions to ensure they get the best results.
• advised to sit down in a quiet place to take the test away from the provinces; also it is preferred that mobile phone is put on silent mode and stay away from any sources of noise or other distractions. To finish answering the test it could take almost a half an hour maximum, so it is recommended to ensure the availability of this amount of time to conduct the test. After the completion of the test, please send your assessment testing and code consisting of a series of numbers and letters alphabet and then copy the code and send it via email from the university e-mail by mentioning student's name and specialization and the contact number to be reached with to this e-mail: CDU@qu.edu.qa

To reserve a date for career counseling session by which one could discuss the outcome of the assessment, please visit the following link: https://myadvisor.qu.edu.qa/career/ 

Video Illustration of reservation technique:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXGwN2_tFWk&feature=youtu.be

For more information please do not hesitate to communicate with the Career Services Center number 44033883

The Career Development Section in the Career Services Center provides Qatar University students with information about the current standing and projected needs of Qatar’s labor market. This accurate and reliable information is obtained through a number of studies that the Center conducts, in addition to available statistical reports on the labor market. Students can obtain this information by scheduling an appointment online with their College Career Counselors through https://myadvisor.qu.edu.qa/career/.

The section also organizes a series of site visits and career trips in coordination with labor market institutions, third party organizations, and the university colleges. The purpose of these trips is usually to provide students with practical experiences outside their everyday activities, and show them the nature of their expected future careers, as well as identify labor market needs. The section also provides job shadowing opportunities. This program is based on the methodology of an exchange of knowledge and experience between the participants (students) in the program and the employer. The program offers the opportunity for a group of students to visit one of the institutions or organizations and serve as a companion (shadow) one of its professional employees during the performance of their duties throughout the day. This enables participants to preview the real work environment and learn from the practices and experiences provided, as well as develop their skills, and qualify them intellectually and practically for what awaits them after graduation. All this serves as a form of early vocational training and professional development for the labor market .

 

Career planning is the process that increase your self-awareness and self-knowledge. By learning more about your interests, abilities, skills and values, as well as your strengths and weaknesses, it will help you to determine future goals and develop the necessary action plans to achieve those goals. The Career Development Section has developed a four-year action plan to be your guide and accompany you during your academic journey.

To start your career plan, book an appointment with your career counselor through https://myadvisor.qu.edu.qa/career/.

To learn how to make an appointment using the appointment manager, please watch this video tutorial

• Do you need help  finding a job?
• Looking for ideas or advice to help you move forward toward the next stage of your job search?
• Our career counselor can assist you individually in the following :
  • Help determine your next steps
  • Provide resources for finding career opportunities
  • Identify effective job search strategies
  • Offer ideas on building your professional network

You can book your appointment now with your career counselor through the Schedule Appointment System.

 

CV Writing

• You are welcome to schedule for a 30-minute counselling session with your counselor to review your CV by using this link myadvisor.qu.edu.qa/career
• You must bring a copy of your CV and Cover Letter to the counselling session or send them in advance by email to your career counselor for review.
• For more assistance, you can also use this CV Sample and this CV template as a guideline in writing your CV.

Interview Skills Preparation

Our career counselors are available to help you prepare for your job interview and learn interview skills and technique. You can participate and register in one of the following training sessions by clicking on the registration link: https://myadvisor.qu.edu.qa/career/.