PMW Industry Training: IT and Telecommunications

The IT & Telecommunications program is dynamic training tailored for professional migrant women seeking to re-establish themselves or elevate their careers within the IT and Telecommunications sectors.

Across three interactive sessions, participants will delve into key industry insights, skill enhancements, and career advancement strategies. Through in-person engagement, attendees will benefit from personalised guidance and networking opportunities. Moreover, seasoned professionals will share their firsthand experiences, providing invaluable perspectives on navigating the sector's nuances.

This program aims to equip participants with the knowledge, tools, and connections necessary to confidently pursue and excel in their career aspirations within the finance and banking sector.

Program Details:

This program includes 3 sessions, all held at Melbourne Business School (MBS), Murra Theatre, from 5.30 to 7.30 pm.

Session 1: Thursday, 11 July

Topic: Your unique value as a professional migrant (values, purpose, skills)
Guest Speakers:
- Dr Ruwangi Fernando - IT expert and AI specialist - Founder of STEM Sisters
- Pravena Sofea Periasamy - Employment Support & Compliance Officer - Jobs Victoria
- Ena Colo - National Account Director - Davidson Recruitment

Session 2: Thursday, 18 July

Topic: Personal Branding and Storytelling
Guest Speaker:
- Diana Walsh - Team Lead - HubSpot
- Tracey Evans - CTO - Virtus Health (former CIO Seek.com)
- Leela Kelagara - CIO - GJK Facility Services

Session 3: Thursday, 25 July

Topic: Discovering the hidden job market (how to develop professional networks)
Guest Speakers:
- Cecilia Gutierrez - Senior Data Consultant - Telstra
- Payal Tiwari - Management Consulting IT Director
- Sera Muratyan - Senior Consultant - Robert Walters Recruitment

Panel Discussion and Q&As: Each session will end with an engaging panel discussion featuring two industry professionals, each sharing their unique professional journey in Australia. Gain insights into their diverse experiences and perspectives and get the opportunity to participate and delve deeper into the topics discussed by asking any questions to the speakers.

Networking Time: The perfect opportunity to meet more diverse women from the community, grow your professional networks and build meaningful connections that lead to real opportunities

Accessibility needs: If you have any particular accessible need, please contact us at: letstalk@professionalmigrantwomen.com.au

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Please be aware that PMW events are filmed and photographed for public release and that you are agreeing to be captured by our media team. If you would not like to be captured in any filming or photography of the event, please let us know upon arrival at the event.

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A number of free or discounted tickets are set aside for our events. If you can't pay for your ticket, please apply for a sponsored ticket. We will contact you when the tickets become available.

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