Landing your dream job is never easy, but for these three young people it will be a grueling series of trials. In the spirit of popular reality TV show ‘The Apprentice’, we follow three hopeful young people as they apply for a coveted international travel-guide position at Powell International Travel Agency. They must persevere through the job application process, from preparing a resume and cover letter, to attending the interview, right through to the final verdict. Along the way we learn from their successes and failures, discovering what it takes to be successful in applying for that dream job.
Producers: VEA Group Pty Ltd
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Financial Management and the Planning Cycle
KPMG is one of the world’s largest professional services firms, providing audit, tax, and advisory services to businesses across the globe. Join KPMG’s Ben Skarrasbrek and Alexi Terrovex as they take us on a virtual tour of financial planning and management in large organizations. We start with common financial roles and duties, and establish the vital importance of developing good cash flow, liquidity and return on capital investment. Then we engage in an in-depth audit of the planning cycle, from addressing the current financial position and developing a business plan, through monitoring cash flows and financial reporting, to maintaining financial controls and minimizing risk.
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The PR Function
Public relations (PR) agencies persuade the public to have good relations with a business, brand, organization or celebrity. Big business lives and dies in the public arena, where PR can mean the difference between astronomical successes and dismal failures. In this enlightening program, PR experts Leigh Debbage, Senior Account Manager at Premier PR, and Grant Titmus, Principal at Red Agency, offer their unique insight into the inner workings of the PR industry. We define PR in the modern context, examine how PR agencies get to understand publics, join in the PR campaign, observe the challenges of crisis management, and reflect on the future of PR.
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Management Styles Explained
Management styles are characteristic ways of making decisions and relating to subordinates. The predominant management styles are commonly defined as autocratic, persuasive, consultative, participative and laissez faire. While leaders often exhibit a preference for a particular style of management, it is argued the different styles of leadership should be employed dependent upon the culture of the business, the nature of the task, and the nature of the workforce. Effective management will ensure that the objectives of an organization are met. This informative program examines the five management styles, their characteristics, advantages and disadvantages and application to various management situations.
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A Case Study in Problem Solving
Maintaining and developing new and existing technologies requires the use of solid problem-solving techniques. In this program, we explain the system of problem-solving methodologies that have been devised to assist people in creating technological solutions. Presented using real-life examples with an emphasis on fulfilling customer needs, this program clearly highlights the advantages of following a logical approach when solving a problem. From designing, developing and testing, through to implementation, evaluation, and reporting on the outcomes, this program will ensure viewers approach problem-solving using a proven strategic method.
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Publishing a Magazine
Desktop Publishing is the term commonly used to describe the use of a personal computer to perform publishing tasks. In this program we visit Bridal magazine publishing company Media Ink, to discover how various ICT practices are employed in the production of their popular publication. We see how Media Ink utilizes software packages including Adobe Creative Suite and Quark, highlighting many processes that can be emulated by the home-user. We also simplify the complex options that are available to designers for commercial printing. This program is a clear yet detailed explanation of the desktop publishing process that will inspire viewers to create their own digital masterpieces.
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Skills for the Workplace
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is integrated into all levels of the 21st-century workplace. Word processing, computerized spreadsheets, email communication and web-based research are just some of the tasks performed every day. In this program, various employees demonstrate the skills required to be competent in their positions, including using computers effectively in an office, researching a business project, presenting information, types of digital documents, and the use of spreadsheets and databases for decision making and data storage. Understanding the basics will equip viewers with the knowledge and skills essential for work in the modern workplace.
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Metals
Metal is all around us. From the cars on the road to the staples we use in the office, metal is one of the most common, flexible and naturally occurring materials used in modern design. In this informative program we discuss the use of metal as a practical material in detail. We look at its origin, characteristics, where aluminum comes from, and its many uses. Two case studies are also provided that outline the processes involved in making goods out of metal to be used in industry. This program highlights to viewers the important role metal plays in the design and manufacture of new and existing products.
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Textiles
From top designer clothing lines to the humble flag, these designs have been created from one of the most flexible and practical materials – fabric. In this program viewers are introduced to the world of textiles. We learn how textiles are categorized – their characteristics and properties; factors involved in sourcing textiles; the importance of testing fabrics; the dyeing of textiles; and how textile finishes work. We also hear from a number of professionals who work in the textile industry. This program will support designers in choosing the most suitable fabric for their own end product.
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Improving Performance – Elite Athlete Case Studies
Elite athletes employ simple strategies and techniques to improve performance. How better to gain an insight into these tried-and-tested methods, than to hear directly from the elite athletes and coaches themselves? This insightful program takes us trackside to the training grounds of eight sportspeople from around the world, who share their personal insights and stories of performance training. We learn how to plan an effective training schedule and discuss the importance of psychological preparation. We also discuss the risks involved in performance enhancing drugs, and the benefits that current advances in sports technology bring to athletic performance and measurement.