Interview Skills

(Non-Examinable)

The Open University of Mauritius (OU) has developed Employability Skills Courses that allow learners to acquire soft skills that are as important as academic qualifications, especially in an era of rapidly evolving knowledge.

Job interviews can make anyone nervous. After all, one wants to make the best impression one can. However, as a school leaver or fresh graduate, one has an added challenge: little formal job experience. One must prove to the employer that one’s studies and university experiences relate to the job one is seeking. As part of the communication skills segment, individuals should work on eye contact, posture, body language, a firm handshake, and interview skills. The videos cover ways to help students connect their school or university experiences to employers’ job requirements. The videos will review the issues and provide an in-depth analysis of the interviewing process.

Duration

3 months

20 hours of learning recommended: 8 hours to be dedicated to the print-based material and 12 hours to the videos covering the following topics:

Study programme structure
  • Creating Winning Strategies
  • What Employers Want
  • Job Search
  • Phone Interviews
  • Cover Letter, CV & How to Apply
  • Mock Interviews
  • Dress Code, Attitude & Behaviour
  • What happens after the Interview
Fee Structure

Mauritian

Rs 3,625

SADC

US$121

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