A year-long placement completed in the third year of my degree programme. As a result, I have achieved a Diploma of Professional Studies. Working within International Business Development, the team's role is to explore new strategic markets and potential partnerships within those markets in order to grow the international business further. Primarily a research based role, I reviewed competitor activity, re-evaluated the existing franchise model and explored market entry opportunities… Show more A year-long placement completed in the third year of my degree programme. As a result, I have achieved a Diploma of Professional Studies. Working within International Business Development, the team's role is to explore new strategic markets and potential partnerships within those markets in order to grow the international business further. Primarily a research based role, I reviewed competitor activity, re-evaluated the existing franchise model and explored market entry opportunities, such as online marketplaces, as part of the entry strategy projects for Canada, China and India. Relationship management, exemplary communication and innovation skills were integral to the role to ensure effective and efficient completion of tasks and projects. Throughout the year, I was an ambassador for the company at career events and presentations. Show less

In this role, I worked with the quality and production teams. Interpersonal communication was essential in working with different members of staff including management and team leaders to perform tasks and complete projects effectively such as communication with suppliers and supplementing product inventories. I also have the ability to navigate an ERP system (Enterprise Resource Planning - used to manage manufacturing processes) to efficiently complete tasks such as production planning and… Show more In this role, I worked with the quality and production teams. Interpersonal communication was essential in working with different members of staff including management and team leaders to perform tasks and complete projects effectively such as communication with suppliers and supplementing product inventories. I also have the ability to navigate an ERP system (Enterprise Resource Planning - used to manage manufacturing processes) to efficiently complete tasks such as production planning and inventory control as well as the knowledge of ISO quality assurance including ISO 9001 and ISO TSI16949. Show less