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

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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