In conversation with a Project Manager
Event description
Thinking about postgraduate study and wondering where it could take you?
Join us for the next Master Your Career event, where we spotlight inspiring UTS alumni who have taken bold steps to reshape their futures through postgraduate study.
Meet our speaker:
Syed Ali (graduate of Master of Project Management, UTS) is a Commercial Manager at Transport for NSW.
Syed began his career as a civil engineer before transitioning into project and commercial management. With over 10 years of experience delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, Syed currently works at Transport for NSW, contributing to major programs including the Digital Systems Program, Parramatta Light Rail Stage 1, and Stage 2 Enabling Works.
Alongside his hands-on experience, a Masters Degree, he also holds a PMP® global credential. His journey reflects a dynamic career evolution and the value of strategic postgraduate study.
“UTS equipped me with the tools to step into complex projects with confidence and keep growing.”
What's in it for you?
📌 Explore real career pathways unlocked through postgraduate study
📌Hear personal stories of challenge, change, and success from UTS alumni
📌Get practical tips on choosing the right degree and navigating postgrad life
📌 Discover how to apply your degree across diverse sectors - from transport to defence
📌 Open Q&A – Get answers and guidance directly from those who’ve done it before
AGENDA:
Time |
What |
5:45pm |
Arrivals and Check-in opens |
6:00pm |
Welcome and Introduction |
6:05pm |
Fireside chat with Syed |
6:40pm |
Audience Q&A + Networking |
7:15pm |
Event Close |
Introducing Master your Career Series
A new event series that highlights how a postgraduate degree can open doors to new opportunities, accelerate career growth, and fuel innovation. Featuring inspiring UTS alumni who have leveraged further study to drive change in their industries. These fireside chats offers you real-world insights, career advice, and the chance to connect with professionals shaping the future.
This series is part of the UTS Postgraduate Info Fair with more events, panels, info nights and webinars to explore.
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