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Graduates Guide to PPM

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Arras People, the Project Management Recruitment People, want to help the next generation of project management professionals get their capable feet in the door with whatever resources we can put at disposal. While no one goes to bed one night with a diploma and becomes a project manager the next morning, the tips and tools we share can make your transition to the professional side of project management applications more fulfilling.

Careers Advice

Below are several areas where you can explore your potential as a project manager.

Graduate Project Management Presentation from Arras People

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Voluntary Sector - Places to Find PM-Building Volunteer Opportunities

  • Do It
    Volunteer opportunities UK-wide. This site is easily tailorable as a job search.
  • Vinspired
    More volunteer opportunities, though with a slightly more 'youthful' focus.
  • Volunteer England
    Web site for Volunteer England (from DirectGov), provides background information on volunteering in UK
  • Volunteer Resource Agencies Directory
    Volunteering info directory gives list of agencies (and websites) that offer opportunities

Blogs - Prominent & Relevant Blogs About Project Management

  • PM Student
    Josh Nankivel targets issues as they relate to those who spend their careers learning about PM
  • Herding Cats
    Glen B. Alleman tackles relevant issues through field experiences & resources
  • A Girl's Guide to Project Management
    Elizabeth Harrin offers reviews, interviews and commentary about project management issues
  • PM Hut
    Variety of experienced PMs contributing articles, worldwide jobs and related news.
  • How to Manage a Camel
    Guests and Arras People consultants blog about project management matters that affect you
  • PM Tips
    Collaborative blog that provides project managers with "guidance for real life situations"

Professional Associations - Groups & Organisations You'll Consider Joining

Project Management Institute

Project Management Institute
Project Management Institute is the global professional association for project, programme & portfolio managers.

 

Association for Project Management

Association for Project Management
APM specifically targets graduates interested in project management through its Aspire programme.

 

International Project Management Association

International Project Management Association
 IPMA is a world leading non-profit project management organisation representing 45 national bodies.

 

APM PMOSIG

APM PMOSIG
Formerly PPSOSIG, this APM-led forum allows PMO professionals to network on matters of mutual importance.

 

Association of Cost Engineers

The Association of Cost Engineers
ACostE represents the professional interests of those with responsibility for planning and control activities.

 

British Computer Society

British Computer Society
BCS specialist group PROMS-G aims to develop awareness & competence in project & programme management.

Graduate Job Advice and Assistance - Arras People's Own Advice Sections

Graduate Job Boards - Find Out Who's Hiring Graduates Like You

  • Just4Graduates
    Features variety of vacancies complete with job search, featured employers and list of latest jobs
  • What Can I Do With My Degree?
    If you've ever considered working for the NHS, this website points you toward earning such roles
  • GradPlus
    Strong page for graduate job seeking advice with some job search capabilities as well
  • Prospects
    The UK's leading website for graduate careers, postgraduate courses
  • Total Jobs Graduate
    Graduate-focused job board from one of the top job boards on the Internet
  • Reed Learning Centre
    Another graduate-focused job board from another top job board
  • IT Jobs for Graduates
    IT-centric site even features a particular focus on IT project management roles