Career Development Guest Speakers & Lecturers

1. How to break into product management 2. How to land an internship in data science 3. Overview of Technology Analyst role at major Banks, and how to transition to PM from it 4. Day of a PM in Big Tech (x2)

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Product Management AI for Product Managers / Finding Product-Market Fit Software / Product Development Lifecycle User Research Methods Building 0-1 Software at a Startup v Big Firm Financial Services Transitioning from Academia to Industry Early Career Coaching for Graduates

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SAP, Data Science, Mathematics, Python, Career Guidance for students

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Energy, Chemicals & Sustainability - Decarbonizing Industrial Systems: Strategies for oil & gas, chemicals, and heavy manufacturing - Green Hydrogen & Circular Chemistry: Tech pathways and policy integration - Carbon Markets & ESG Metrics: From compliance to competitive advantage - Energy Transition Frameworks: Systems-level modeling and stakeholder alignment - Waste-to-Value Innovations: Case studies in biofuels, plastics, and e-waste AI, Systems Thinking & Policy - AI for Climate Action: Predictive modeling, optimization, and ethical deployment - Digital Twins in Energy & Infrastructure: Applications and limitations - Tech-Policy Convergence: How AI, data, and regulation shape public outcomes - Strategic Foresight & Scenario Planning: Tools for resilient decision-making - Responsible AI in Industrial Ecosystems: Governance, bias, and transparency Education, Mentorship & Workforce Development - Bridging Academia and Industry: Capstone design, internships, and innovation labs - Mentoring for Climate Careers: Pathways in engineering, policy, and entrepreneurship - Systems Thinking for Students: A toolkit for interdisciplinary problem-solving - Ethics & Leadership in STEM: Case-based discussions for emerging professionals

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Digital Transformation, Strategy, Getting Internships, Networking, AI

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Career Guidance on finance, banking and audit

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product management, PM interview prep, user research as a PM

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Media & Communication Studies Journalism & Mass Communication Public Relations & Corporate Communication Digital Marketing & Content Strategy Psychology in Communication Personality Development & Public Speaking Media Careers & Industry Readiness

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Strategic Diplomacy in Southeast Asia: Lessons from Embassy in Singapore for modern international relations. Public Administration Leadership: Navigating policy and crisis in multicultural hubs like Singapore. Career Juggling for Professionals: Real-world tactics from interviewing global women leaders on The Juggleverse podcast. Women's Empowerment in High-Stakes Roles: Recalibrating motherhood and executive success. Digital Storytelling for Diplomats and Executives: Building influence via podcasts and social media. Cultural Negotiation Skills: Multilingual strategies from European and Asian diplomatic postings.

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Skillset for Success (Soft Skills for the future) Self Leadership Emotional Intelligence Communication Skills Wellbeing Matters Productive Life and Goal Setting

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AI-Native Frontend Architecture (building production UIs for LLM-powered applications), Server-Driven UI for Agentic Workflows (AG-UI, MCP, A2A protocols), Real-Time Streaming Architecture in React/TypeScript, Frontend System Design at Scale (lessons from Amazon CloudWatch LiveTail and Shopify's RTB platform), Career Paths from Junior to Staff/Principal Engineer, Modern Frontend Performance and Observability.

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1. The Path to CEO: Build a Business That Thrives Without You: we’ll dive deep into the strategies, financials, and leadership shifts needed to replace yourself in day-to-day operations—so you can focus on growth, strategy, and long-term success. 2. Decoding Team Dynamics: From Chaos to Cohesion: Strengthen your leadership impact / Create a culture of trust and accountability / Communicate with clarity and intention / Build a cohesive, resilient team 3.Recruit Like a CEO: Attract and close your ideal team player: Unlock the Formula for Building a Rockstar Team Join an elite group of top business owners for an exclusive session designed to redefine how you recruit and retain top talent. This workshop is your chance to refine your hiring strategy, connect with like-minded high achievers, and gain proven recruiting best practices from industry leaders. You’ll Walk Away With: A crystal-clear avatar of your ideal team member—so you stop wasting time on the wrong hires High-level networking & collaboration with fellow business owners Proven recruiting and retention strategies A tactical marketing plan to keep your organization top of mind with talent

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Students often study theory; you can provide the reality of how Fortune 500 companies actually operate. • Topic: From Shared Services to GBS: How companies move from simple cost-arbitrage to becoming value-driven "Global Capability Centers" (GCCs). • Topic: Operating Model Design: Explaining the "Build vs. Buy vs. Hybrid" decision-making process in global sourcing. 2. Digital Transformation & Future of Work This is arguably the most "in-demand" area for guest lectures. • Topic: AI & Automation in Corporate Functions: How GenAI is moving GBS beyond basic automation (RPA) to intelligent decision-making in Finance and HR. • Topic: The Digital Finance Function: Moving from record-to-report (R2R) to real-time predictive analytics. 3. Change Management & Global Leadership Consulting is as much about "people" as it is about "processes." • Topic: Leading Large-Scale Transformations: The psychology of change management when transitioning thousands of roles to a global delivery model. • Topic: Stakeholder Management: How to manage C-suite expectations and navigate corporate politics during a restructuring. 4. Specialized GBS Domains Depending on your specific project history, you can deep-dive into: • Finance Transformation: Working capital optimization, ESG reporting, and tax transparency. • Supply Chain & Procurement: Building resilient global supply chains using GBS hubs. • HR Transformation: Designing a global "Hire-to-Retire" journey in a decentralized world. 5. Career Readiness (The "Consulting Toolkit") Students are always eager to learn the "unspoken" skills of a top-tier consultant. • Topic: Structured Problem Solving: Using MECE (Mutually Exclusive, Collectively Exhaustive) and hypothesis-driven approaches. • Topic: Storylining & Executive Communication: How to turn complex data into a 3-slide deck for a CFO. • Topic: The Life of a Consultant: Bridging the gap between academic theory and the high-pressure environment of GBS consulting.

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How Modern Streaming Platforms Work (end-to-end architecture) CDN & Edge Computing for Video Delivery Media over QUIC (MoQ) and the Future of Streaming Low-Latency Video Streaming Cloud Media Platforms & Infrastructure OTT, FAST Channels & Streaming Business Models Server-Side Ad Insertion (SSAI) & Video Monetization Product Management for Deep Tech Building and Scaling Cloud Products Distributed Systems for Media Delivery Streaming Economics: Cost, Performance & Scale Engineering Leadership & Cross-Functional Product Development International Careers in Technology (France → US, VIE, global product careers)

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Leadership, counseling, leadership or personal development, DEI, management, handling difficult employees.

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Operations and Delivery Workforce and change / HR Project and Risk Management Career and Global Mobility Mathematics Oil and gas engineering electrical and power engineering telecommunications engineering

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