Project Management Career Clinics

How much does the careers clinic cost?

The current charge for the Project Management Careers Clinic with a member of the Arras People team is £35. This gives you access to a 30 minute one to one session with an experienced consultant.

What do I get in return for my fee?

That depends on the question/s you put to the consultant at the time of booking.

For example, if you're looking for help and guidance on making improvements to your CV, the consultant will take you through your entire CV, making suggestions on where improvements can be made to make sure the CV is doing the best it can for you. Many clinic participants have been surprised by how effective our CV review can be and how personally targetted the advice is. Consultants will then follow up the call with further reading and templates to assist you in making the changes and will be on hand to review your revised versions.

If you're looking for advice on project management training and accreditations, your consultant will provide an unbiased view of the project management training market, recommendations on which training and accreditations are the best for you and give advice on what employers are looking for. Consultants will follow up the session with any further reading and links for you to pursue.

We also provide careers clinics for people who are just out of work and need advice negotiating the UK job market, give advice to people who are looking for a career change into project management, provide top tips for people trying to break into a project management role for the first time, give guidance to graduates looking for their first break and provide advice to participants on their career development and career paths.

We provide targeted practical advice which enables you to move on in your project management career

 

How do you take payment for the clinic?

When you have made your booking, an Arras People representative will call you to take your debit or credit card details. We only accept credit or debit card payments. You will receive an electronic receipt of your payment for your records.

I don't have any experience in project management - can I use the clinic?

Yes, experience in project management is not a prerequisite to use this service.

We often talk to participants who have a desire to move into the field of programme and project management from their current field of employment as well as others with limited prior experience. In addition we have experience of talking to non programme and project management professionals looking for broader career and / or CV advice.

Whatever your position, the consultant you book with is experienced in asking targeted questions which will enable them to provide the best advice for you.
 

I want to know about training courses in project management - can you help me?

Yes, we can provide you with an unbiased view of the UK project management training market and help you to understand the training paths, courses and accreditations available in the UK market.

We can work with you to provide guidance on the right course for you including which course is likely to provide the best return on your investment - both career wise and job hunting wise.

We can also provide advice on other career development options for the more cost conscious individual.

 

Why can't I just ask you a question without paying a fee?

Each day Arras People receives many requests from candidates at all levels who are looking for advice on their careers in Programme and Project Management. It is our belief that your career is something which is unique to you and there is never a straightforward answer to questions like - "how can I improve my CV?" or "which training course should I attend?" because the answer is normally "...well that depends..."

So we want to make sure you receive advice that is right for you, delivered in a way that is focussed on you and contextual to your circumstances. To do that we need some time to understand your circumstances, time to read your CV and time to prepare for your clinic call, not to mention the call itself.

Based on our commitment to providing tailored advice which is totally relevant and targeted to your individual situation in the context of the current programme and project management market we believe that the £30 may be the best you have ever spent on your career.

What do I do if I need more than 30 minutes?

If you feel that you need extra time with a consultant or feel that a follow on session would be beneficial you can book another appointment with the consultant using the booking form.

Many of our calls may run over the 30 minutes allocated time and within reason the consultants are happy to manage an extension without additional charge.

Do I need to be registered with Arras People?

No, registration with Arras People is optional.

During the booking process, once you have chosen a slot you will be asked to upload your current CV so that it can be reviewed before your session. So, please make sure you have your CV to hand during the booking process.

 

There are no dates or times that suit me - what should I do?

We frequently add new dates and times to the schedule, so in the first instance we suggest that you revisit the booking area on the web site to check for suitable slots for your project management careers clinic.

However, we do recognise that it is not always possible to make a booking which suits your schedule. In these circumstances we suggest that you contact us and we will try to arrange a mutually convenient time.

I need to cancel my booking - what do I need to do?

You need to either call us on 0845 680 6444 or reply to the booking confirmation email which you will have been sent.

The fee for the booking is non-refundable but a consultant may be able to reschedule the call if you provide 24 hours notice of your cancellation.