The Problem
Most international students entering their first year at university are unaware of how the graduate recruitment process works. As a result, they often miss deadlines and are underprepared for the skills required to secure increasingly competitive internships. These internships are crucial as they typically convert into Full-Time Graduate Employment offers.
The Selection Process
For careers in Banking, Finance, Law, Consulting, Tech, and Global Corporations, a combination of the following filters is used at each stage of the selection process:
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For careers in Banking, Finance, Law, Consulting, Tech, and Global Corporations, a combination of the following filters is used at each stage of the selection process:
Cover Letter and Prose Questions
A one-page Cover Letter and/or answers to prose questions, often focused on Commercial Awareness. For example:
“Tell us in 150 words about a current business story that has interested you and how it impacts our clients.”
Online Test
Math, Logic, and Verbal Reasoning: Assessing quantitative and analytical skills. Situational Judgement Questions: Evaluating decision-making skills in various scenarios. Candidates choose from a list of options.
Robot Interview
Conducted by platforms like Hirevue where candidates have limited time (one minute, ninety seconds, or two minutes) to record responses to Competency, Motivational, and Commercial Awareness questions. These videos are initially assessed by algorithms and then by Human Resources.
Assessment Days
involves multiple stages
- Often on a business case study where assessors judge candidates' interactions, empathy, analytical, negotiating, and persuasion skills.
- Either group or individual, with limited preparation time.
- Open networking over lunch/coffee with current employees and candidates, where applicants are judged on their ease and social interaction ability.
- One or a series of one-on-one interviews, which may include:
Assessment days
Through our programme, our students have achieved remarkable success and secured offers from renowned companies such as:
Fidelity International in asset management
BlackRock and Standard Chartered in finance
DLA Piper in law
Cushman & Wakefield in real estate followed by many more.
These successes are a testament to the effectiveness of our program in preparing students for rewarding careers in their chosen fields and interests. Our comprehensive training, personalised mentorship, and access to valuable resources have empowered our students to excel in their professional pursuits and secure opportunities with top-tier companies globally.
With our Careers Program at Rostrum, you will benefit from our boundless support from the moment you sign up, designed to cater to your requirements and needs:
Application Assistance:
We mentor students in navigating the application process strategically, enabling them to showcase their strengths and experiences and position them as standout candidates.
CV Optimization:
With our support, students learn to refine their resumes to clearly and persuasively highlight critical skills, experiences, and achievements.
Interview Preparation:
We prepare comprehensively for various interview types, including video-recorded sessions, HR competency and behavioural interviews, challenging ‘stress’ evaluations, and crucial Commercial and Final Round/Partner interviews. With our mentorship, you’ll confidently navigate each interview stage with the right questions and impressive answers.
Regular Communication:
We emphasise the value of regular and ongoing communication. Weekly check-ins are proposed to maximise student learning progress and potential. However, daily discussions will be scheduled as video rounds or assessment centres approach, focusing on tailored preparation to guarantee readiness.
Session Arrangements:
Sessions with the mentor are scheduled on Skype and emails. They are 30 minutes long and should be arranged at least one day in advance, preferably two days. A five-minute window is provided after the scheduled time; if necessary and required, rescheduling is promptly coordinated.
Application Coordination:
While email is the platform for sharing and exchanging applications, the initial conversations, especially for the first 3 or 4 applications, are crucial. A detailed assessment of each student’s academic background, professional experiences, skill sets, and career aspirations is considered. Our mentors work closely with the students to set clear and achievable goals based on these assessments. She guides effectively, showcasing the student’s qualifications and experiences in their application materials to stand out.
Commercial Awareness Preparation:
In fields such as Banking, Law, and Consultancy, interviewers prioritise candidates who demonstrate a strong understanding of global economic and political affairs and their implications for businesses and clients. Rostrum assists candidates in developing this crucial knowledge through comprehensive training and guidance.
Interviews:
We provide ongoing support and guidance throughout the preparation process by monitoring progress and adjusting strategies as needed by connecting students with relevant resources such as industry insights, networking opportunities, and skill development resources. A personalised plan for approaching interviews is developed, taking into account the specific industry, company, and position students are targeting.
Assessment Centres:
Rostrum mentors adopt a personalised approach tailored to the student’s strengths, interests, and knowledge by conducting thorough assessments to understand their unique profile. This is done by identifying areas of interest and passion within their chosen domain, ensuring students’ engagement through alignment towards preparation effort and their natural strengths and interests.
A strategic plan is devised to help students navigate the assessment centre process by integrating tailored practice mock sessions, interviews, and skill-building exercises. There is also a significant focus on honing and improving necessary skills and behaviours for success in assessment centres.
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ABout the Mentor
Gwyn Day, The Oxbridge Specialist At Rostrum boasts over 30 years of experience in financial and education markets. As a Member of Mensa and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, his exceptional IQ places him in the top 0.05%. He has successfully coached high-potential students into prestigious global universities and facilitated their entry into leading financial institutions, law firms, consultancies, and corporations. Gwyn’s personalised approach ensures tailored guidance for each individual, fostering academic excellence and professional success.
Arav Aggarwal
Working with Ratish was an absolute game changer in my college application process. From the moment I met him, I could tell that he truly cared about helping me achieve my dreams and goals. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the college admissions process and was able to provide me with invaluable guidance and support every step of the way along with me gaining many useful skills for my future career. Thanks to his expertise and guidance, I was able to gain admission to my dream college due to his constant support and follow ups throughout my application and college selection journey.
UDHAY CHOPRA
The team at Rostrum was extremely helpful through this admissions cycle. Martin, Ratish, and Sanjog were very thorough in editing my essays, both supplemental and the Common Application essay as well as preparing me for the US interviews and in the profile building process. Gwyn was very supportive in helping me develop my super-curricular activities, writing the SOP, and polishing my interview skills, and helped me navigate the entire process seamlessly, resulting in offers from my top choices in both the US and the UK.
Amruta
US universities require 4 years of UG, but the expertise of Rostrum helped shortlisted universities where I could apply with 3 year degree undergrad degree. From timely follow ups, to working on applications of 10 universities, my counsellor helped me craft more than 10 university specific essays. The great attention to minute detail was something which truly made the process exciting. Dea and Ratish were available round the clock to address to queries ( some extremely stupid ones too). When I look back 10 years down the lane, Rostrum’s mentorship will be my life’s happiest roller coaster memory.
Bhumi Jain
One thing which really eased my work was working with Rostrum. I didn’t have to worry about my applications, writing essays, college research, and making a list of profile building activities. That really eased my work and I could focus on my academics and other extracurricular activities.
Anisha
My UK mentor Khalid really helped me constantly refine my personal statement, and I also got a few inputs from Gwyn. All of these really helped me showcase my diverse extracurricular activities because I had a bunch of them that tied in with my major as well as show my passion for the field, which I think really made me stand out as someone who’s very genuinely interested in studying biomedical sciences. Rostrum knows what universities are looking for and in that sense they helped me decide what to show in my application.
DIMASH ASKAROV
Rostrum has really helped with preparing me for the interview process through technical mock interviews with Gwyn. I was able to develop my confidence and speaking abilities in order to convey my points more clearly. I’m grateful for their support throughout the whole application journey.
Yukti Arora
The whole team at Rostrum helped me prepare the best application possible. Shivangi and Ratish especially were so encouraging and guided me throughout the whole process. The whole team was always there whenever I had a question. I’m really grateful for all the support and effort!
AVANTIKA KHANNA
From day one, Rostrum guided me through my application to Cambridge and helped me gain more insight into what makes a 'standout' Oxbridge application. Working with Rostrum was such an amazing experience and helped me get into my dream school!
RIYAAN MISHRA
College selection and the process can be a daunting task. Rostrum made this very comprehensive and comfortable. Setting goals, breaking down requisite action and thereafter it’s follow up, all seamlessly coordinated by Sanjog. His ability to be direct, connect and stay calm encouraged our son, Riyaan.
ANANYA SOLANKI
My counsellor at Rostrum guided me through each step of the application process from making a college list, setting deadlines for myself, writing my essays to finally sending the applications out. The entire team at Rostrum has been so supportive over the past few months and has responded promptly each time I had a question or a doubt.
DISHA MITTAL
My experience with Rostrum has been a wonderful journey. I would like to thank the entire Rostrum team for the support they have given. Special thanks to Shivangi and Ratish for their constant guidance and assistance throughout the application procedure. It wouldn’t have been possible without them. From short listing colleges to editing SOPs several times, they have been there for me. Big thanks to the entire team for catering to all my needs, for making me believe in my self and my potentials. I’m soo grateful to have joined Rostrum, they have truly helped me to achieve my dreams.
Ameyath
Rostrum Education has been extremely helpful, patient and considerate throughout my application process. I owe my gratitude to my mentor Maknoon as he was always ready to address any query I had, no matter how small. Gwyn Day was an essential part of my UK applications as he helped me choose universities, courses and also in perfecting my SOP, I am thankful to him and the entire team at Rostrum Education for everything.
Ekam
Rostrum has been a huge help over the past year, Ratish and the team has helped and supported in each and every step of the journey. With their guidance and expertise they tailor fit you for the universities. never expected i’d get into such great universities. all thanks to them!
Rostrum provides unparalleled services towards supporting students academically through the course along with assistance for admissions into students’ dream universities.
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