ProGrad Training Testimonials ( Module 1)
May 19, 2009 by ProGrad · Leave a Comment
Module 1 training; An Introduction to professional Sales and Marketing, was held in early April to inform recent graduates of a variety of basic business components such as the different between profit and loss, the different types of personality types, and how to make effective cold calls. Below if a few comments left after the 3 day training course had finished.
“It was really good to see sales techniques and ways to improve” Michael
“The style of the workshop was really stimulating and different – I definitely learnt a lot!” Tham
“Extremely good! I learnt a lot of valuable skills to apply to my new job. Everyone in the group was fantastic and gave me a lot of valuable feedback to take back to work” Emma Jayne
“I was skeptical before commencing the module of what it could offer me. The trainer erased any concerns in the first hour. Relevant, to the point and applicable - the course and trainer had a real impact on me. Many Thanks!” Roy
“I found a lot of this cause beneficial. I found the course and presentation surprisingly good.” Will
ProGrad is an assessment, training and placement centre for recent university graduates looking to kick start their business to business sales careers. We offer 4 modules of training within the first year of employment to ensure graduates are continuing to grow, develop and progress quickly in their career. For more information call our Sydney office on 02 8235 8300 or visit our website at www.prograd.com.au
What is the average graduate salary in Australia?
May 15, 2009 by ProGrad · 1 Comment
According to latest research by MyCareer.com.au, the “average graduate salary” in Australia is $46,257.
As you would imagine, salaries range depending on the role with the highest average salaries in Engineering and Sales. The lowest salaries (on average) can be found in areas such as Customer Service and Call Centre.
|
Sub-sector |
Minimum |
Maximum |
Average |
|
Accounting |
$34,200 |
$63,200 |
$47,330 |
|
Banking and Financial Services |
$33,200 |
$56,000 |
$41,196 |
|
Customer Service and Call Centre |
$32,333 |
$43,500 |
$37,494 |
|
Engineering |
$37,000 |
$80,000 |
$52,208 |
|
IT and Telco |
$37,500 |
$51,000 |
$46,897 |
|
Marketing |
$38,000 |
$57,400 |
$47,126 |
|
Media, Advertising, Arts and Entertainment |
$41,667 |
$51,667 |
$47,597 |
|
Sales |
$33,800 |
$93,000 |
$50,205 |
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All figures may include benefits |
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ProGrad specialize in placing recent University graduates into business to business sales roles across Australia. We work across all industry sectors such as Finance, IT, Media, FMCG, Pharmaceutical and Telecommunications (to name a few). If you are a recent University Graduate and you are looking for an opportunity to kick start your career in the corporate world, please contact us now on 02 8235 8300. Or, contact ProGrad via email on info@prograd.com.au