My Career Plan
As part of my career development, I’ve created a detailed plan outlining
how I aim to explore my interests, build my professional skills, and prepare for a career in business analysis.
Areerat Kheawkai's Career Plan
1. Be Self - Aware
To make meaningful career choices, I need a strong understanding of my values, interests, skills, and personality. I plan to regularly reflect on my academic projects and work experiences to identify what energizes and motivates me. So far, I have discovered that I enjoy analysing information, solving problems, and working in teams—skills I have applied through customer service roles and university projects. I will also use tools like the Skills Audit, MBTI, and Values Assessment on CareerHub to clarify what matters most to me, such as impact, growth, and purpose. Seeking feedback from peers and mentors will help me understand how others view my strengths and weaknesses. Journaling my responses to challenges, achievements, and learning moments will support my personal growth. Developing this self-awareness will help me align my future career decisions with roles that match both my strengths and values, ensuring I build a career path that is personally fulfilling and professionally meaningful.
2. Explore Your Options
To move forward confidently, I need to explore and understand the full range of career options available to someone with my interests in business analysis, strategy, and social impact. I plan to research different roles such as business analyst, strategy consultant, and public policy advisor, using job platforms like Seek and LinkedIn. Reviewing real job ads will help me identify common responsibilities, industries, and required qualifications. I will explore Griffith alumni career journeys to understand how others have navigated similar paths. Attending employer panels, career fairs, and industry networking events on campus will give me opportunities to ask professionals about their career experiences and current industry trends. I’m also considering sectors like healthcare, government, and non-profit, where data-driven decision-making can support public good. Informational interviews and shadowing professionals will help me gain a deeper understanding of daily work life. These actions will guide me toward roles that align with both my analytical mindset and interest in contributing to positive change.
3. Gain experience and insight
Practical experience is key to developing relevant skills and gaining insights into the business world. I aim to apply for internships in business analysis or operations through Griffith’s CareerHub and external job boards. These roles will help me apply what I’ve learned in class to real-world problems. I’m also interested in participating in case competitions, innovation challenges, and business hackathons to strengthen my teamwork, critical thinking, and data interpretation skills. Volunteering for leadership roles in student clubs or community organisations will allow me to practice communication and organisational skills in diverse settings. I plan to use part-time roles strategically, choosing jobs that help build transferable skills such as adaptability, customer service, and problem-solving. Attending industry talks and panels will provide a broader context for how business decisions are made. Through this hands-on involvement, I hope to build a clearer picture of what career paths are the best fit for my strengths and aspirations.
4. Evidence skills
To succeed in the job market, I need to clearly demonstrate and track the skills I am developing. I will start by identifying key skills required in business analysis roles—such as stakeholder engagement, reporting, data analysis, and communication—by analysing job ads and talking to professionals. Then, I will take action to fill any gaps. For example, I plan to complete LinkedIn Learning courses in Excel, Power BI, and Mongo DB to build technical competence. I will create a digital portfolio to showcase university projects and extracurricular experiences, with clear summaries of problems I solved and results achieved. This will serve as evidence of both technical and soft skills. I also plan to request references or endorsements from group project peers, lecturers, and work supervisors to validate my contributions. Additionally, I will maintain a reflective journal to document learning from each experience. This process will ensure I am ready to confidently present my skills in applications and interviews.
5. Develop networks
Building strong professional networks will support my career exploration and growth. First, I will actively engage with Griffith’s networking events, alumni panels, and employer visits, where I can meet professionals from various sectors. I would come prepared with questions and follow up with connections on LinkedIn to maintain relationships. Second, I plan to join professional associations such as the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), which offer access to webinars, mentoring programs, and industry news. These memberships will help me stay updated and meet others with shared interests. Lastly, I will strengthen my presence on LinkedIn by regularly updating my profile, sharing insights from my learning journey, and participating in relevant discussions. I would also reach out to lecturers and previous work supervisors for guidance and potential referrals. By building and nurturing these networks, I hope to find mentors, uncover new opportunities, and stay informed about developments in the field of business analysis and related sectors.