Although the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry isn’t for everyone (it’s incredibly competitive), one thing can’t be denied: It’s a popular industry among graduates. Case in point, five FMCG companies (Nestlé, Unilever and P&G among them) were present in the annual Singapore 100 Leading Graduate Employers Survey 2021 conducted by GTI Media Singapore (S100 Survey).
Brand management is an ever-expanding area within the marketing function, especially within the consumer goods sector. This area of work appeals to many marketing graduates because consumer goods companies are often viewed as “marketing-led” with their generous marketing budgets, resources and expertise.
There are plenty of opportunities to leverage on when it comes to gainful employment in Singapore’s engineering industry, especially with Singapore’s plans to become a Smart Nation. However, getting satisfactory employment is a whole different ball game.
But the game’s not over until you say it is! So, consider using several methods to ensure satisfactory employment, such as figuring out the segment of the engineering industry you want to work in, the career you want to have and life you want to lead.
Here’s how you can go about it!
Let’s face it. Every candidate applying for a highly competitive graduate scheme in the field of investment banking and investment management is going to add the old reliable “good communication skills”, “able to work in a team” and “problem-solving skills” to their resume. With that in mind, if you’re looking to truly stand out as an outstanding candidate, relying on those old clichés won’t get you anywhere!
Analyst
A person who studies a market or industry sector and makes recommendations to either “buy”, “hold”, or “sell”. Less glamorously, it also refers to an entry-level career position in many investment banks and firms.
Bear
An investor who sells with the belief that the prices of the financial product they are selling will fall.
Bid price
The price which a buyer is willing to pay for a financial product.