Student Events

Our student events complement our classroom learning, providing access to employability events, industry speakers and networking opportunities.

Visit StudentHub to find out about upcoming undergraduate events held by BEL Careers and Employability.

 

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Honours Information Webinar

UQ Business School Honours Information Webinar

1 May 2024 5:00pm5:45pm
Want to stand out in a competitive job market? Our honours graduates have a distinct advantage when applying for professional roles and typically progress faster in their careers than their undergraduate counterparts. Find out if this is the right path for you.
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UQ Business Honours & PhD Canvas and Canapes Celebration

27 October 2023 3:30pm5:00pm
Each year UQ Business School recognises the achievements of our graduating Honours and PhD cohort. Members of our Business Honours and PhD community are invited to congratulate our graduating students at the Canvas and Canapes Celebration.
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BEL Careers Day

26 September 2023 10:00am7:00pm
Get connected with the people and tools to help you explore your options and carve out your career pathway.
Business School Postgraduate Networking Event

Business School Postgraduate Networking Event

8 August 2023 9:00am4:00pm
This networking event is an opportunity for Business School incoming postgraduate students to meet and connect with fellow students, lecturers and dedicated student liaison officers.
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Business, Economics and Law Orientation

17 July 2023 8:00am21 July 2023 5:00pm
We can't wait for you to join us for Orientation at The University of Queensland! Orientation is full of social and academic activities designed to introduce you to life and study at UQ.
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BEL Faculty Orientation

6 February 2023 9:00am17 February 2023 4:00pm
We can’t wait for you to join us for Orientation at The University of Queensland! Orientation is full of social and academic activities designed to introduce you to life and study at UQ.
Honours End of Year Celebration

Honours End of Year Celebration

28 October 2022 3:30pm5:00pm
Each year UQ Business School recognises the achievements of our graduating Honours class with an Honours End of Year Celebration.
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BEL Careers Day

27 September 2022 10:30am7:30pm
Be inspired, gain exclusive access to industry experts and career-building specialists and get a LinkedIn headshot at BEL Careers Day. Tuesday 27 September. Registrations essential.
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Business Analytics Postgraduate Orientation | ONLINE

17 August 2022 10:00am11:00am
Find out how to get the most out of your Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics and Master of Business Analytics program in this online Orientation.

Get To Know Your Business School

16 August 2022 12:00pm2:00pm
The School of Business would like to invite you to join us for a sausage sizzle, a free tote bag and lots of fun!
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Master of Leadership in Service Innovation Orientation | ONLINE

15 August 2022 5:00pm6:00pm
Find out how to get the most out of your Master of Leadership in Service Innovation program in this online Orientation.

UQIES Innovation Challenge

5 August 2022 6:00pm8:00pm
The UQIES Innovation Challenge is BACK and BIGGER than ever! In partnership with UQ School of Chemical Engineering and UQ Ventures, 120+ students will spend three days formulating, refining, and pitching a new business idea – supported by UQ alumni and members of the local entrepreneurship community.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation Awards

5 June 2022 12:00pm5 August 2022 12:00pm
Make your nomination today! Celebrate UQ’s amazing and talented entrepreneurs and nominate someone you know for Startup of the Year, Student Entrepreneur of the Year or Mentor of the Year. Nominations close 5 June.

Uncut: Lessons from failure

19 May 2022 6:00pm9:00pm
Our guest speakers will share their stories of failure including the lessons they learned and how their failures ultimately led to success. Join us for an evening of uncensored discussions, catering, and networking.
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Master of Business Students: Field of Study Information Session

19 May 2022 5:30pm7:00pm
Are you a Master of Business student who wants to know more about the various fields of study offered in your program by the Business School?
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Majors Information Evening

12 May 2022 5:00pm7:30pm
Join your Business School committees and learn more about the majors offered in your degree!
Honours Information Session

Honours Information Session

5 May 2022 5:00pm7:00pm
Want to stand out in a competitive job market? Our honours graduates have a distinct advantage when applying for professional roles and typically progress faster in their careers than their undergraduate counterparts. Find out if this is the right path for you.
Get to know your Business School

Get to know your Business School

27 April 2022 11:30am1:00pm
Whether you are just starting your journey or are in your last semester, we welcome you to join us on campus for the opportunity to get to know your Business School over a free lunch!
Master of Commerce Student Program Committee Welcome Event (online)

Master of Commerce Student Program Committee Welcome Event (online)

17 February 2022 6:00pm7:00pm
Join the Master of Commerce Student Program Committee Welcome on 6pm on Thursday 17 February 2022. This session will be held online.
Honours Information Webinar September 2021

Honours Information Webinar

30 September 2021 12:00pm12:45pm
Are you still considering your options post-graduation? Our honours graduates have a distinct advantage when applying for professional roles and typically progress faster in their careers than their undergraduate counterparts. Find out if this is the right path for you.
UQ Business School Postgraduate Association (UQBSPA): Alumni Speakers Event 2021

UQ Business School Postgraduate Association (UQBSPA): Alumni Speakers Event 2021

16 September 2021 6:00pm
UQ Business School Postgraduate Association are excited to host their Alumni Speaker Event on 16 September 2021 from 6–8pm. In this online interactive session, we will spotlight five alumni who have made it in their industries and give you a chance to get advice on building a solid career. 
Get to know your Business School

Get to know your Business School

16 September 2021 12:30pm2:00pm
Whether you are just starting your journey or are in your last semester, we welcome you to join us on campus for the opportunity to Get to know your Business School over a complimentary BBQ!
PG Networking Event

Postponed: Business School Postgraduate Networking Event

5 August 2021 12:00pm2:00pm
Due to the current COVID-19 lockdown in South East Queensland, our Postgraduate Networking Event which was to be held on Thursday 5 August 2021 has been postponed.
PG winter Mixer

Postgraduate Winter Mixer

29 July 2021 6:00pm8:30pm
This event will be an opportunity for new AND returning postgraduate & grad school students from St Lucia and Herston to mingle and network with peers who will all be on the same journey.
Winter in Queensland: CV Day

Winter in Queensland: CV Day

14 July 2021 10:00am12:00pm
Come to CV Day to receive advice from UQ Employability staff on how to create and refine an excellent CV.
International Student Careers Boot Camp

International Student Careers Boot Camp

5 July 2021 9:00am6 July 2021 5:00pm
Are you an international student based in Brisbane over the Winter Break? Then the UQ International Student Careers Boot Camp is for you!
Honours Information Webinar

Honours Information Webinar

29 April 2021 4:00pm5:00pm
Are you still considering your options post-graduation? Our honours graduates have a distinct advantage when applying for professional roles and typically progress faster in their careers than their undergraduate counterparts. Find out if this is the right path for you.
Industry Networking Night

UQBSPA: Industry Networking Night

16 April 2021 6:00pm9:00pm
This UQBSPA industry networking event will provide an excellent opportunity for students to network with professionals from various firms and ask questions about graduate, internship, and other employment opportunities in one-on-one conversations.
Job search strategies for international students

Job search strategies for international students: Lets talk about visas (online)

6 April 2021 11:00am12:30pm
This is a collaborative session delivered by BEL Career Services and UQ Union to support you to understand your working rights and how to factor this into your job search strategy. In this session we will be looking at the following visas: STUDENT VISA (subclass 500), BRIDGING VISAS and TEMPORARY GRADUATE VISAS (subclass 485).
Virtual BEL Peers & Careers

Virtual BEL Peers & Careers - Getting started on your career!

31 March 2021 12:00pm1:00pm
Hear from experienced BEL students about how they took their first steps in building employability skills, thinking about their career and all the things they wish they knew when they were getting started.
BEL Career Development Learning

BEL Career Development Learning - Workshop 5: Teamwork & Leadership - moving beyond group work! (online)

31 March 2021 10:00am11:30am
In this workshop, we will look into the importance of teamwork, functions of teams and leadership. Team work should not be like group work! Working in teams is an essential employability skill. Come to improve your team-working abilities and understand what makes a good leader.
Job Search + Networking

Job Search + Networking (online)

31 March 2021 10:00am11:00am
Finding a job can be a lengthy process. In this workshop we will look at effective methods of finding the job of your dreams.
IGET: Internships Alumni Panel Virtual Session

IGET: Internships Alumni Panel Virtual Session (online)

30 March 2021 1:00pm2:00pm
Join domestic, virtual and in-person internship alumni share their internship experiences.
Technology Careers Fair

Technology Careers Fair (online)

30 March 2021 1:00pm3:00pm
As Australia and New Zealand’s first dedicated technology careers fair, the Technology Careers Super Fair (TCSF) will showcase our region’s rapidly growing software and technology industry to a cohort of students eager to prove themselves.
Kickstart your Career Change with Confidence

Kickstart your Career Change with Confidence (online)

29 March 2021 10:00am11:00am
This workshop will provide you with the know-how to ensure you do all the right things to develop yourself alongside your studies for your new career pathway!
Local and International Industry Guest Event

UQBSPA: Local and International Industry Guest Event (online)

26 March 2021 1:00pm3:00pm
UQ Alumni will share their employability insights and experiences with UQBSPA members.
Create Your Value Proposition

Create Your Value Proposition (online)

23 March 2021 2:00pm4:00pm
A value proposition is a summary of why an employer should hire you and what makes you a unique candidate for that position. This workshop will unpack how to create an appealing value proposition that will help you in your search for work.
Business School Postgraduate Networking Event

Business School Postgraduate Networking Event

18 March 2021 2:00pm4:00pm
This in-person networking event is an opportunity for Business School incoming postgraduate students to meet and connect with fellow students, lecturers and dedicated student liaison officers.
LinkedIn– How to use & get the most from it

LinkedIn– How to use & get the most from it

17 March 2021 1:30pm3:00pm
This workshop will explore your personal brand development and show you how to use LinkedIn effectively for promoting your abilities, researching opportunities, exploring skills, and professional networking.
FDM Group: The Digital Skills Gap

FDM Group: The Digital Skills Gap

17 March 2021 12:00pm1:30pm
As the demand for people with advanced technical skills is rising rapidly across the Asia Pacific region, the candidates willing to spend time developing technical skills will have the upper hand in landing some of the most interesting, challenging and dynamic roles in the tech industry.
Management Consultancy Panel

Management Consultancy Panel

16 March 2021 5:30pm6:30pm
Considering a career in Management Consultancy but not sure what it actually entails or how to get there? Hear first-hand from our panel of consultants about the work they are typically involved in on a day-to-day basis.
Tertiary Writing Program

Tertiary Writing Program

3 March 2021 9:30am5 March 2021 10:30am
The Tertiary Writing Program (TWP) comprises three 1½ hour sessions which run over three consecutive days and is designed to build on critical thinking, reading and writing practices introduced in O-Week workshops and/or skills gained by students in previous semesters.
Postgraduate Mixer

Postgraduate Mixer

24 February 2021 6:00pm8:00pm
This event will be an opportunity for new postgraduate & grad school students from St Lucia and Herston to mingle and network with peers who will all be on the same journey. The night will be a chance for students to meet school staff and make new friends and connections in a relaxed atmosphere. The evening will be fully catered with refreshments available for purchase.
Honours Information Webinar

Honours Information Webinar

30 September 2020 12:00pm12:45pm
Ready to stand out in a competitive job market? Our honours graduates have a distinct advantage when applying for professional roles and typically progress faster in their careers than their undergraduate counterparts. Find out if this is the right path for you.
Lunch and Learn Webinar

Lunch and Learn Webinar

23 September 2020 12:00pm1:00pm
This exclusive webinar for Business School students will welcome cyber security expert Dr Micheal Axelsen.
Postgraduate Online Orientation

Online Orientation Welcome - Postgraduate Business Students

29 July 2020 5:00pm6:30pm
While we're sorry we can't meet you on campus just yet, we've designed an exciting virtual Orientation program to showcase life and study at UQ that we think you'll enjoy.
Honours Information Webinar

Honours Information Webinar

13 May 2020 12:00pm12:45pm
Are you still considering your options post-graduation? Our honours graduates are in high demand globally, typically earning higher salaries and progressing in their careers faster than their undergraduate counterparts. Find out if this is the right path for you.

Virtual Careers Fair

28 April 2020 11:00am2:00pm
Want to speak with employers about employment opportunities when you graduate? Or network online with employers now while you're still studying? Book in now for UQ's Virtual Careers Fair!
Business School Postgraduate Association (BSPA) Networking Event

Business School Postgraduate Association (BSPA) Networking Event

17 March 2020 7:00pm10:00pm
It is networking season and UQ BSPA is very excited to announce that registrations are officially OPEN for our much awaited event Industry Networking Night!

Postgraduate Mixer

4 March 2020 6:00pm8:30pm
This event will be an opportunity for new postgraduate students from St Lucia and Herston to mingle and network with their peers.
Postgraduate Networking Event

Postgraduate Networking Event

2 March 2020 2:00pm4:00pm
This networking event will give incoming Business School postgraduate students the opportunity to meet and connect with fellow students, first year lecturers and dedicated student liaison officers.
Orientation Welcome - Business School Honours programs

Orientation Welcome - Business School Honours programs

21 February 2020 9:00am3:00pm
Welcome session for all commencing Business School honours students.

Orientation Welcome - Postgraduate Business Students

19 February 2020 1:00pm4:00pm
If you’re commencing a postgraduate program in business in Semester 1, 2020, this welcome session is for you.
BELfest

BELfest

19 February 2020 11:00am2:00pm
Your free, exclusive welcome event for business, economics and law first year and new-to-UQ undergraduate and postgraduate students who commence in Semester 1, 2020.
Orientation Undergraduate Welcome

Orientation Welcome - Undergraduate Business Students

19 February 2020 9:45am10:30am
If you’re commencing an undergraduate program in business in Semester 1, 2020, this welcome session is for you.
Orientation Welcome - Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours)

Orientation Welcome - Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours)

19 February 2020 9:45am10:30am
If you’re commencing the Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours) in Semester 1, 2020, this welcome session is for you.
Orientation Welcome - Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours)

Orientation Welcome - Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours)

19 February 2020 9:45am10:30am
If you’re commencing the Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours) in Semester 1, 2020, this welcome session is for you.
Orientation Welcome - Bachelor of Business Management

Orientation Welcome - Bachelor of Business Management

19 February 2020 9:45am10:30am
If you’re commencing the Bachelor of Business Management in Semester 1, 2020, this welcome session is for you.
PhD Graduation Celebration

PhD Graduation Celebration

10 December 2019 3:00pm4:30pm
Each year UQ Business School recognises the achievements of our graduating PhD students with an end of year celebration.
Honours End of Year Celebration

Honours End of Year Celebration

25 October 2019 4:00pm6:00pm
Each year UQ Business School recognises the achievements of our graduating Honours class with an Honours End of Year Celebration.
Postgraduate Lunch and Learn

Postgraduate Lunch & Learn

28 August 2019 12:00pm1:30pm
Blockchain and AI for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Postgraduate Skills Workshops: Presentation & Writing Skills

Postgraduate Skills Workshops: Presentation & Writing Skills

10 August 2019 9:00am4:30pm
Presentation Skills & Writing Skills Workshops
UQ BSPA: Peer Mentoring Event

UQ BSPA: Peer Mentoring Event

8 August 2019 12:30pm2:30pm

Master of Commerce Networking Event

8 August 2019 10:00am12:00pm
Students will have the opportunity to meet with various Business School support services.
Master of Tourism, Hotel & Event Management Networking Event

Master of Tourism, Hotel & Event Management Networking Event

6 August 2019 1:00pm3:00pm
Students will have the opportunity to meet with various Business School support services.
Master of Business, Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation & Master of Global Management Networking Event

Master of Business, Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation & Master of Global Management Networking Event

6 August 2019 10:00am12:00pm
Students will have the opportunity to meet with various Business School support services.
Honours Information Evening: Bachelor of Commerce

Honours Information Evening: Bachelor of Commerce

31 July 2019 5:30pm7:30pm
During this session we will explain what honours is, how an extra year of study can maximise your employability and what you can expect as an honours student.
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2019 Research Students' Colloquium

26 July 2019 8:30am5:00pm
The aim of the Research Students’ Colloquium is to provide a special forum for our HDR and Honours students to discuss their research project and receive feedback from their peers and leading researchers in the UQ Business School.
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Postgraduate Lunch & Learn

8 May 2019 12:00pm1:30pm
Wellbeing Leadership for the 21st Century
Global Experiences Expo

Global Experiences Expo

10 April 2019 10:00am2:00pm
The Global Experiences Expo is the biggest event of the year for those interested in going on exchange or on a short/long term study program; international internship; or overseas volunteering opportunity.
Honours Information Session

Honours Information Session

3 April 2019 2:00pm4:00pm
Graduating in July, and you still considering your next move?
Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours) Networking Breakfast

Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours) Networking Breakfast

28 March 2019 7:00am9:00am
Dr Alastair Tombs, Program Leader, invites our 2019 incoming Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours) students and staff to attend an exclusive Networking Breakfast .
Support Services Showcase

Support Services Showcase

27 March 2019 10:00am2:00pm
A university wide partnerships with UQ faculties and UQ central services; the Showcase aims to bring all the main university providers into one central location to help students discover and re-discover services, programs and opportunities that will enhance their #uqlife.
UQ Big Quiz

UQ Big Quiz

26 March 2019 5:00pm7:00pm
All staff and students are invited to the UQ Big Quiz, UQ’s biggest trivia night of the year. It will be the battle of the brains as faculties battle it out against each other for prizes and glory. Free registration and free pizza for all registrants!
Postgraduate Skills Workshops: Presentation & Writing Skills

Postgraduate Skills Workshops: Presentation & Writing Skills

9 March 2019 9:00am4:30pm
Presentation Skills & Writing Skills Workshops
Master of Tourism, Hotel & Event Management Networking Event

Master of Tourism, Hotel & Event Management Networking Event

7 March 2019 3:00pm5:00pm
Students will have the opportunity to meet with various Business School support services.
Master of Business, Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation & Master of Global Management Networking Event

Master of Business, Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation & Master of Global Management Networking Event

6 March 2019 12:00pm2:00pm
Students will have the opportunity to meet with various Business School support services.