In this episode, Rae interviews Hany Reyad, a current online student at the University of London who studies with a local teaching centre, the Arab Academy in Egypt. Hany is pursuing a social sciences program (EMFSS) and shares his educational journey and future plans. The conversation focuses on the importance of work approach skills, including complex problem-solving, digital skills, and creativity and innovation. Hany highlights the growing role of AI in enhancing his efficiency and...

In the first episode of the 10th season of the Global Careers Calls, our Careers Consultant Rae Roberts interviews Alexsandra Silva, a determined computer science student at the University of London online programme and entrepreneur from Brazil. Alexsandra shares her inspiring journey into the world of AI and start-ups. Discover her insights on emotional intelligence, self-management skills, and hear about her new start-up AIT. From tips on how to organise a strategic planning for resilience...

In this episode, Liz interviews Lilian, an AI expert with a background in language technologies and cognitive neuroscience. Lilian discusses her work at Vodafone, where she leads a team optimizing language technologies and transforming customer interactions. She shares insights on the importance of innovation, ethical AI, and the challenges of staying ahead in the competitive tech landscape. The conversation also delves into Lilian's advocacy for women in tech, her initiatives such as Greek...

In this episode of the Global Careers Calls podcast's ninth season, our host Liz Wilkinson interviews Raj Kandathil, a data analyst originally from India now based in Berlin. Raj discusses his journey of balancing work at a ride-hailing company with pursuing a Master's degree in Data Science from the University of London. He shares insights on the importance of adapting to new skills in the tech industry, the impact of AI, and the significance of soft skills like persuasion and negotiation....

In this episode of the Global Careers Calls podcast, our host Liz Wilkinson interviews Nina Graham, founder and director of a specialist consultancy firm. Nina shares her career journey from working in education to leading tech projects in the government sector and currently advising on technology maximization in higher education. She discusses the varied nature of consultancy work, challenges and opportunities for women in tech, and the evolving landscape of the technology industry. Nina...

In the first episode of the ninth season of the Global Careers Calls podcast, Liz Wilkinson interviews Praveen Kolluguri, an EE mobile propositions manager and a passionate advocate of neurodiversity and human rights. Pravin retraces his career journey from India to the UK, his role in product marketing and his dedication to making workplaces more inclusive. He offers practical advice for neurodivergent individuals entering the tech industry, emphasizing the importance of resilience,...

This week Sophie Odgers-Roe interviewed Osama Malik, an attorney and political commentator based in Islamabad in Pakistan. Osama will explain us how hybrid working is permeating the law field notwithstanding the importance of face-to-face contact in certain areas of law. Osama will also share the latest trends in the legal landscape with the appearance of new phenomena such as the legalization of cannabis, blockchain and cryptocurrency. Key points: 00:03 Introducing Osama Malik: A Diverse...

In this episode our Careers Consultant Sophie Odgers-Roe interviews Alex McGill, a private client legal executive from the UK. Alex illustrates us various aspects of the legal roles in the UK, including the differences between paralegals, legal executives, and solicitors, the training routes available, the implications of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), the growth of emerging roles in legal tech, and the importance of collaboration in the legal profession. Key points: 01:16 -...

In today’s episode Sophie will interview Tina Fernandez, a Technology lawyer based in London. She will retrace her career journey into the legal field from her first LLB with the University of London as a remote student in Malaysia to the launch of her own firm as Orbital Law, a legal consultancy specialised in information technology law, data privacy and cyber security. Tina will also describe us the new threat to cyber security and data privacy and how an understanding of the commercial...

In this episode Sophie Odgers-Roe will be in conversation with Abhivardhan, a Technology Law specialist based in India. Our speaker will illustrate us the main concerns of AI globally in privacy and data protection, the use of AI judges in certain countries judicial system and the overall impact of technology in the legal profession. Key points: [00:55] Introduction of Abhirvardhan [02:14] Abhivardhan's background and Journey into Technology Law [04:05] Privacy, Consent, and AI in the Legal...

This week we are looking at a very unique career change with our speaker Zoe Bowers. Zoe is the founder of Bowers English Communication, an English school based in Basel, Switzerland where she lives. Zoe will tell us how she reinvented herself as an English teacher. She will share with us the joys and difficulties of being a teacher, how she bridges cultural differences and how decisive setbacks in her career path happened to become incredible opportunities of growth and change. Key...

In this episode, our host Edwin Marr interviews Alex Burke, Senior Programme Administrator for the Divinity degree course at the University of London. Prior to working at the University, Alex had a long career across Secondary Education starting as a teacher and then progressing as headteacher and Head of Department. He retraces his career through the challenges and joys of the teaching profession sharing with us valuable tips on the importance of human connection, teamwork and...

The focus of this episode is on Humanities applied to the Technology sector with our guest, Carlo di Celico. Carlo based in New England, in US, will illustrate us how he is using his BA studies in Philosophy with the University of London to inform his job in developing AI technologies. He will retrace his career from his early steps as computer repair technician until his current job position as AI Project Leader. And, finally, he will share with us his predictions on the future of AI and...

In this episode Edwin will interview Sara Pink, a Heritage Consultant who recently moved to Saudi Arabia to work for an energy firm. Sara, originally from London, had a long careers in Information Management working in different parts of the globe: England, Malaysia, India, Afghanistan and Qatar. Thanks to her extensive career she built a vast knowledge in archive and library management. With her, we will discover the recruitment process in the Middle East, the working culture in her new...

Our Senior Careers Consultant Liz Wilkinson will interview Gemma Lavin, director of Digital Experience at Haberdashers’ Academies Trust South, a multi-academy secondary school trust, where she heads digital innovation. Gemma will describe us her passion for technology and her mission to use technology to streamline processes and enhance access to information. She will also explain us how the UoL MBA is helping her expanding her professional horizons and which skills have been fundamental...

This week Liz Wilkinson interviewed Henner Schliebs, a German Marketing Executive working for a Tech company in Texas. Henner will explore the skills needed as head of a big company, the impact of generative AI not only in the Technology domain but in the overall future of work and what is the day-to-day working life as a Marketing & Sales Executive. Key points: [01:26] - A typical week in his work life [03:32] – An example of an exciting recent project [04:39] – In leading such a...

Join Liz Wilkinson, a Senior Careers Consultant at the University of London Careers Service, as she discusses with Sebastian Ramirez, a current student enrolled in BSc Computer Science at UoL. Sebastian will share his motivation to pursue a degree in Computer Science with specialism in AI and Machine Learning, his decision of opting for a remote course and his recipe to balance work, life and online learning effectively. He will also describe the tech sector in Latin America and give his...

In the first episode of the Global Careers Calls podcast, our host Liz Wilkinson, senior Careers Consultant at UoL Careers Service, will interview an Italian anchor journalist working for RAI, the italian national television, as well as University of London alumni in MSc Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Fabio De Ponte. Fabio will tell us how AI is changing journalism and enabling professionals to spend more time on the ground, how the remote nature of his degree gave him the...

For the final episode of this season revolving around management and leadership across different sectors and countries, Rae Roberts interviews Elizabeth Carriere, former Governor of Montserrat, diplomat and senior director of international development programmes in different roles, both governmental and humanitarian. In this interview, Elizabeth gives a compelling insight into his professional journey that brought her to work in a multitude of positions from social development advisor to...

Join Rae Roberts as she explores the careers of Juan Trelles, a Uruguayan student in Data Science and Business Analytics at the University of London. Juan is an accomplished Project Management Director with years of experience in supply chain logistics. In this interview he will describe his unusual professional and academic trajectory, starting his studies after several years spent working and how this enabled him to acquire a deeper understanding on his professional ambition. He will also...

This week we are looking at Environmental Protection with one of our current student in MSc Global Environment and Sustainability, Ranita Koroma. Ranita is a Sierra Leonean Consultant and researcher in a variety of Environmental subjects such as Blue Economy, Sustainable Development; Marine Governance and Conservation; Climate Change and Biodiversity, Waste Management and Flooding. In this conversation she will talk about her role and experience in the NGO scene in Sierra Leone, her...

This episode of the Global Careers Calls is all about leadership and management. Rae Roberts will interview Holger Barth, a current student at the University of London that is pursuing a MSc in Project Management and with him she will analyse his path towards becoming a manager and then a leader. Holger will share some personal anecdotes about his experience as head of the Research and Development Unit of a Technology company in an SME in Germany and help us understand how to cultivate these...

In this episode of Global Careers Calls, Rae Roberts delves into an exciting and peculiar career change with Jeremie Gan, a Business and Management graduate from the University of London that shifted from a successful career in ballet dance to product management. Jeremie will describe how his studies helped him develop his leadership skill and how his job as professional ballet dancer equipped him with what are fundamental employability skills also in the business...

Join Tanyel Kazim and co-host Poonam Dasilva on Global Careers Calls as they delve into the dynamic landscape of work based on career stages. Whether you're just starting out, an aspiring developer, or contemplating a career change, this episode offers valuable insights. Our guests include Amir Jabarivasal, a digital nomad and career developer with a wealth of experience in both technology and policy roles within companies of all sizes. Amir's current focus on startups highlights his belief...