About the Program
The Westford Mentorship program is a unique opportunity for industry experts to connect with the next generation of workforce.
The program aims to address the industry academia gap and create corporate ready graduates through the mentor-mentee relationship.
A mentor is a coach, a support network and a motivator who can share real world knowledge gained through extended education and professional experience.
The growth and development students gain as mentees from the guidance of an industry expert is second to none.
Mentoring is a two-way journey of learning, one of the key qualities of a successful leader is the ability to mentor and develop others effectively.
Mentors and mentees will experience hassle free development with effective results.
The Program Mission
Connect
To connect mentors-mentees coming from a wide range of locations, backgrounds and industries who have a wealth of knowledge to share.
Create
To create mentoring relationships that enable students to overcome barriers to industry engagement.
Engagement
To ensure quality engagement through a thoughtful program structure.
Community Building
To develop a long term connected community of mentorship.
Experience
To provide support and guidance through the mentorship experience, supporting personal growth for mentors and mentees.
The Program
Who
Mentors: Our mentorship opportunity is open to Westford Alumni from the MBA and DBA programs, as well as working professionals. All participants must have a minimum of 5 years of managerial experience. Mentees: Top selected Westford students studying from level 5 and above
When
The program will run twice a year with a 6-month duration. With a minimum commitment of 6 meetings
Where
Meetings can be held online or face to face
Why be a Mentor?
Why be a Mentee?
Here are some more benefits to joining our Industry Mentoring Program:
- Career guidance and advice from an industry professional & WUC alumni
- Connect with industry and expand your professional network
- Develop confidence communicating with industry professionals
- Help map your career progression
- Take part in professional development opportunities
- Open further professional opportunities
- Develop career management skills and increase employability
If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants
