1. AGCAS Biennial Conference 2011 Student Transition and Professional Identity
Jan Perrett, University of Nottingham
Hannah Woolley, University of Nottingham
Academic Year:2001/12
AGCAS Biennial

2. Professional Behaviour
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3. Attributes of professionalism
Excellence
Competence
Ethics
Behaviour
Work morale
Motivation
Respect
Attitude
Character

4. Definitions of work ethic
The work ethic is a cultural norm that advocates being personally accountable and responsible for the work that one does and is based on a belief that work has intrinsic value
It assumes certain traits – loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness, dependability, reliability, initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility
It also encompasses appearance, attitude, productivity, organisation, communication, cooperation, team work and respect

5. Definition of Transition
A transition is:
personal awareness of a discontinuity in one’s life
requiring new behavioural responses

6. Why is there a concern about professionalism in student transition to work?
Employer perceptions: Research has shown that compared with the workforce as a whole, graduates lack
Resilience, especially in handling criticism and set backs
Confidence in group situations and with senior managers
Communication skills
Taking things in their stride and being calm and relaxed
‘Our research illustrates that universities could do much more to help graduates prepare for the world of work. They enter the workplace with high expectations, but bring very few of the most essential soft skills’ (Talent Q)

7. Why is there a concern about professionalism in student transition to work?
Generation Y wants:
Motivational leadership
To learn through coaching and mentoring
Opportunities for learning and developing
Flexibility
On-going development and support
Facilitated and experiential learning
Face-to-face learning
New research from the Institute of Leadership & Management reveals that 57% new graduate recruits plan to leave their current role within 2 years, with 40% hoping to find a new job within the year. Such high levels of attrition should not be simply accepted by employers.

8. So what can we do to prepare our students for transition to work roles?
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9. The American way