AGCAS CIEL Conference Welcome & Introduction Margaret Dane AGCAS Chief Executive AGCAS CIEL Conference 13 July 2010

Introduction AGCAS – founded 1967 with only 40 universities Now 130 services and over 2,000 members CIEL Conference an important event in the AGCAS calendar – 162 participants over 3 days from all across UK and Ireland Networking theme – key skill for staff as well as students and key benefit of AGCAS membership Programme – expert input, share with others Have fun, relax and enjoy the conference AGCAS CIEL Conference 13 July 2010

Context Changed graduate labour market Impact of public sector cutbacks Employability high on government agendas HE institutional context and priorities Not more resources for careers services Restructuring of careers services Impact measurement to show value for money AGCAS CIEL Conference 13 July 2010

Importance of careers information and employers liaison staff Management and interpretation of information resources for students & graduates Key role in facilitating employer engagement and student access to employers Relationships with a wide range of other external organisations Networks to share common interests & concerns AGCAS support for staff development through qualifications and conferencs AGCAS CIEL Conference 13 July 2010