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We can all testify to the fact that the world of work is changing. It is a cliché, but a true one, that the only constant is change. How much are you are aware of the current working climate and what investigation have you done to understand more about the ‘New World of Work’ that you will be entering.
Before reading on, have a go at the quiz to see how well you understand the ‘World of Work’.
World of Work Quiz
Designed to challenge your assumptions about the world of work. We have developed a short series of statements that are either true or false. Complete the quiz and record on your Career Planning book your score. After completing the quiz you can move onto further information which will discuss world of work in more detail.
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Your parents and/or supervisor entered quite a different workplace than the one in which you will enter. |
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Once you have entered the world of work your employer will look after your career path and highlight the opportunities relevant to you. |
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Those who enjoy and deal with change will likely be more succeddful in the future. |
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A university is traditional and slow to change organisation. |
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When we enter the knowledge society (as we now do) it will require us to focus more on the technical knowledge and expertise of our chose subject than anything else. |
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I want an academic career, however, is it important that I know about careers and jobs outside academia. |
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