KSU Business and Careers Forum

theKSU

BUSINESS &CAREERS FORUM

2012

careersforum.ksu.org.mt

What makes a successful career? Apart from sheer hard work and effort from our end, we must not forget that part of this important foundation is making contacts, enhancing interpersonal skills, and homing new ones.

How can we seek this new opportunities?

For the ninth consecutive year, KSU is inviting you to the annual Business and Careers Forum - a job fair for us students.

This is an excellent occasion for students to gather information about prospective career fields, as well as make a step forward into establishing professional relationships with their companies of interest.

As the University grows, more fields open up for students. Recognising the diversity of careers that students are nowadays entering,

CONTENTS KSU Maximise your potential AIESEC S-cubed IAESTE Event Map Events Programme KPMG Ernst & Young PWC Deloitte Malta Enterprise Attending Companies

04 05 06 07 08 10 12 14 16 20 22 24 26

KSU is aiming at widening the opportunities it offers to more students. KSU wants to have a more diverse Business and Careers Forum.

Together with the collaboration of AIESEC, S-Cubed and IASTE, KSU set and determined to broaden the range of companies and industries offering opportunities such as to cater for a greater spectrum of students.

As the representative of the student body of the KSU, strives to improve the experience of University students. Apart from organising quality entertainment events and interesting educational seminars, KSU looks further into the future of its members. KSU wants us students to aim at gaining experience, to learn more and to practice what they read about.

Therefore, KSU wants to provide a convenient opportunity where one can meet potential employers, and out of this, forge professional relationships that will shape up our academia and our career.

So visit our new website, careersforum.ksu.org.mt and visualise your opportunities!

Go through this magazine and learn about the companies, and what they can offer you!

Finally, walk through the Quadrangle and meet the participating companies, get to know them and what they can offer you!

Warren Sammut

socail policy co-ordinator

Kunsill Studenti Universitarji (KSU) is the oldest student national council in Europe. Founded in 1901 as the Comitato Permanente Universitario (CPU), KSU is the prime motivator of student affairs on the University of Malta campuses. It is a dynamic organisation which represents all students attending the University (which includes the Faculty of Health Sciences, Medical School and the Malta Centre of Restoration) and the Junior College, a total of more than 13,000 students. Therefore, it serves as the official link between students and authorities.

KSU organises various events and activities throughout the year and, being an autonomous organisation, does not receive any funds aside those from sponsorships and activities.

KSU also promotes student activism and seeks to cultivate an interest in students in a variety of fields, such as economic and cultural issues.

KSU works on improving education at University and its faculties, institutes, schools and colleges, from time to time working on quality and level of education received, most notably the input given towards the law that increased student representation on campus.

Over the past 110 years, KSU has been working on: - Representing students in whatever issues concern them, whether these are at campus, local, national or international level - Serving as an official link between students and relevant authorities - Increasing student representation and achieving democratisation of education in Malta

4

- Cultivating students’ interest in the educational and socio-political fields and issues - Coordinating cultural and social activities with other organisations - Providing day-to-day elementary student services such as laptop rentals and toga rentals - Pressuring authorities into assuring the highest level of quality in Further and Higher Education For more information on KSU and its services, feel free to visit www.ksu.org.mt.

get in touch

ADDRESS

Kunsill Studenti Universitarji Students’ House University of Malta Tal-Qroqq, Msida. MSD2080.

Malta

TELEPHONE

+356 2340 2104

CONTACT

Warren Sammut

POSITION

Social Policy Coordinator

EMAIL

socialpolicy@ksu.org.mt

www.ksu.org.mt

MAXIMISE YOUR POTENTIAL Most of the discussions we are having are related to the immensely difficult moments which neighboring countries are finding themselves in. Truth is, each and every European without a job will be looking for employment in economies that are still trying to pull through (fighting) the worst crisis since the Great Depression. We live in a country which is bruised by the financial turmoil however, it has not destroyed us. We are living in an island state, a place where if everybody gets together for a common goal, we would be able to shape our destiny. This is what sets us apart from the afore mentioned countries where such a sense of community and belonging is harder to come by.

Andrea A. Attard public relations officer

As tough as the environment has been around us, through passion and commitment we can be even more resilient. As students of the University of Malta we can provide the spark that our country needs. We have the power to be part of scientific and technological advances, business and medical breakthroughs. We shouldn’t underestimate the power that each and every student has in the University community.

There are opportunities which can shape your character and, moreover, shape other people’s lives in the process. Nothing comes easy, but if we are determined to improve a current situation, we will pull through.

opportunities I could have or what I could be achieving. I knew that I wanted to make a difference but I knew little of how to go about it.

There is no greater individual wealth than good education, and I believe that we should always make sure to put all necessary education facilities on our primary policy agendas and make sure that they are within everybody’s reach.

When I first arrived on campus I had no idea of the differences I could make, the

5

What if you could be employed in a top-notch company? What if you could go to an international professional organisation for a-oncein-a-lifetime experience for a 6-month internship anywhere around the world? Or what if you could go on a voluntary internship to a help a social cause that you hold dear to your heart for a few weeks in a developing countries with all the basic amenities covered?

What if you had the chance to create your own company? Or become a global leader in one of 113 countries? What if you had the means to fight the world crisis or do you believe that you can change the world? What if you could start this exciting journey whilst following a course?

AIESEC is the world’s largest youth-run organisation. Present in 113 countries and territories, AIESEC has a membership of over 86, 000 students and provides over 40,000 leadership and internship experiences per year. AIESEC’s main aim is to bring peace and fulfil humankind’s potential by providing members with those skills that matter today.

AIESEC in Malta, in collaboration with AIESEC International, offers its members the inspiration and the opportunity to develop themselves on a personal and professional level. Through its exchange program as well as leadership opportunities, AIESEC Malta gives its members a different university experience. Its multicultural environment also enables its members to develop the necessary mindset to become global citizens.

Supported by our partner organizations and alumni, AIESEC Malta continues to provide its members with inspiration to make a positive impact on society.

AIESEC in Malta has for 43 years been a platform on campus to empower students by providing them with local and international opportunities, professional and voluntary internships and access to the global network through access to over 400 international conferences every single year. Partnering with many corporate and

6

non-corporate organisations has enabled these organisations to have access to skilled youths, with talents, opinions and attitudes that are being used to improve social engagement and the opportunity to impact the community on social and economical issues such as: entrepreneurship, social responsibility, people with disabilities, education, cultural understanding, emerging markets, and sustainability.

AIESEC’s unique approach believes in creating platforms for young people to voice their opinion and take part in creating initiatives that bring positive impact on society. As a responsible NGO engaged and run by students and young graduates, AIESEC realizes the challenging nature of the labour market and the supply of the academic sector versus the market’s demand on talent, and this is why AIESEC in Malta is a part of The Business and Careers Forum 2012 to provide students with the chance to bridge the gap between academic and professional life.

To know more on how you too can be part of this exciting global organisation and benefit from the opportunities available to all students, you can email info.malta@aiesec.net.

get in touch

ADDRESS

AIESEC Malta Office, Level -1 Student House, University of Malta, Tal-Qroqq, Msida

TELEPHONE

+356 2340 2195

CONTACT

Analise Sammut

POSITION

Member Committee Vice President Talent Management

EMAIL

info.malta@aiesec.net

MISSION STATEMENT Peace and fulfilment of humankinds potential

PREFERRED BACKGROUNDS

All students and recent graduates

www.aiesecmalta.org

The Science Students’ Society (S-Cubed) is a Faculty based student organisation which represents all students following a course under the Faculty of Science on University, national and international levels. Its main aim is to unite science students through educational and social activities which are organised regularly throughout the year. S-Cubed also works to encourage the development of an environment more conducive to the advancement of science and to extend its reach outside University to popularise science.

S-Cubed has an executive of science students from different courses within the Faculty that work voluntarily throughout the year to organise activities that will enrich students’ experience on campus. Events are held regularly and range from weekend science seminars and site visits to parties and outdoor activities.

Additionally, S-Cubed publishes the magazine In Touch twice yearly with science related articles written by students and researchers. The full-colour magazine aims at communicating science through an informal language and provides the opportunity for students to share their experiences and interests.

S-Cubed also seeks to broaden its international horizons both on an organizational level and for its students, through affiliations with esteemed science organisations such as the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) and the Institute of Physics (IOP) which offer a multitude of educational resources for undergraduates.

This year, S-Cubed together with IAESTE Malta have teamed up with KSU for the first time to bring you a more comprehensive

‘KSU Business and Careers Forum’. S-Cubed always welcomes the opportunity to collaborate with other student organisations, towards achieving a common goal and creating a stronger unity within the university student body. Through S-Cubed’s participation in this event the KSU B&C Forum is now also targeting students studying in the fields of science, engineering, and IT. S-Cubed is confident that through its contribution to this event, students will familiarise themselves with some of the opportunities available for them once they graduate.

get in touch

ADDRESS

Students’ House KSU Office – S3 [S-Cubed] University of Malta Msida MSD2080

TELEPHONE

+356 9923 4771

CONTACT

Michael Buhagiar

POSITION President

EMAIL

info@scubed.org.mt

www.scubed.org.mt

7

IAESTE is a dynamic international non-governmental organization that coordinates the exchange of university students for paid work experience across a broad network of over 85 countries.

Jobs are available for a period ranging from 6 weeks to 1 year in duration and the company or institution employing the student would provide the student with a decent wage. About 10,000 traineeship opportunities are exchanged yearly worldwide, mostly offering a technical work experience, but always directly related to the student’s area of study. Since 1984, IAESTE Malta has been providing job experiences to students from the University of Malta in Germany, UK, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, France, Brazil, Slovenia, Hungary and Greece with prestigious companies such as IBM, Novartis, Philips, Siemens, British Telecom, BBC, Bosch and Ericsson. get in touch

ADDRESS

IAESTE Malta Students’ House University of Malta Msida, MSD 2080 Malta

TELEPHONE

+356 7933 5211

CONTACT

Michael C. Grech

POSITION

National Secretary

EMAIL

info@iaeste.org.mt

www.iaeste.org.mt

IAESTE Malta believes that a full university life is not one restricted to lecture theaters. The organization offers plenty of opportunities for participation in a broad range of activities and events, which together with the academic aspect, help bring out the best in the student.

IAESTE Malta also believes in the importance of exposure to the world of cultures and to a world without frontiers. Apart from the exchange program, active members have plenty of opportunities to participate in many international conferences and seminars all year round. Activities on and off campus are also quite common, with the IAESTE Annual Car Treasure Hunt that is held usually around April and which has been organized for 17 consecutive years so far being one of the main events.

While enjoying a work-experience abroad, a student acquires practical skills, putting into practice what s/he has learnt in class.

Exchange is offered on a one to one basis, a traineeship abroad being offered to a Maltese student for each job offered by a

Maltese company to a foreign student. Each year, IAESTE Malta endeavours to increase the number of job opportunities offered to students enrolled within the University of Malta as this would undoubtedly provide more students with invaluable experiences that will benefit them later on in their career.

Furthermore, IAESTE Malta strives to bring students closer to the industries in which they will be working in the future by organizing events such as the yearly IAESTE Wine Night.

Therefore this year, IAESTE Malta, together with S-Cubed, has also teamed up with KSU in its ‘Business and Careers Forum’.

We wholeheartedly believe that events like these can only enhance students’ future employability prospects and should hence not be missed. IAESTE Malta is pleased that with this year’s ‘Business and Careers Forum’, KSU is aiming to target a wider range of students from various faculties, and hopes that these students make the most out of such opportunities.

8

KS

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

JOIN THE GO TEAM Visit our stand on Campus, we’d love to get to know you.

Tel: 2594 1121 Email: careers@go.com.mt

KSU 21x21 Advert B.indd 1

13/11/2012 16:49

theKSU

BUSINESS &CAREERS FORUM

10

2012

1 2 3

MISCO Mazars KSi

4 5 6 7

Deloitte Ernst and Young KPMG PricewaterhouseCoopers

8 9 10 11

Methode | Farsons Go EMD EURES | EF

12

Malta Enterprise

Library

Sir Temi Zammit Hall

12

11

Rectorate

3

10

9

7

6

5

4 2

1

Students’ House

8

theKSU

BUSINESS &CAREERS FORUM

2012

EVENTS PROGRAMME

12

TALKS TIMETABLE Monday 19th November 2012 12:00 Deloitte Tuesday 20th November 2012 10:00 EU Careers 12:00 ICAEW Wednesday 21st November 2012 12:00 PwC 13:00 KPMG Thursday 22nd November 2012 11:00 Deloitte 12:00 ICTSA and E-Skills Alliance 13:00 Malta Enterprise Friday 19th November 2012 12:00 PwC 13:00 Ernst & Young

Working with KPMG gives you the opportunity to work with one of the leading international Audit, Tax and Advisory firms where you will encounter a wide variety of challenges, you will work with many different types of businesses and will experience different cultures. Few careers can offer such variety and challenge, as well as the opportunity to work with so many outstanding people.

KPMG in Malta is part of strong global network of member firms operating in 152 countries, having 145,000 people working in member firms around the world. With a balanced mix of international and local clients, working with KPMG will definitely be exciting and challenging.

You will have many choices and decisions to take at this time and you will need to find out which firm suits you best. Not all firms are the same. So what makes KPMG different?

Our Culture – we are a people’s firm and we pride ourselves on our values…

Values like integrity and honest communication A culture of trust and collaboration, flexibility and diversity A culture in which people share knowledge freely and genuinely try to bring out the very best in others.

Our Graduate Programme is designed to let you find out more about KPMG and the work we do. But above all else, it’s about gaining experience on real time, real life projects. It’s an opportunity to learn new skills, enhance your CV, learn about the world of work and, importantly, get your foot in the door of one of the leading professional services firms. It puts you one step ahead of the rest.

We want our people to learn and grow We encourage ambition and nurture talent We want to be known as a place that develops outstanding professionals who set themselves apart from the rest…

14

It’s not all work... Work is important, of course, but it is not everything.

We believe in a personal and professional life balance We have always had a reputation as a fun place to work and we try to live up to it We believe we can make a difference and are looking for people who feel that same way we do.

We believe we have developed one of the strongest learning and development packages you will find anywhere – a powerful combination of technical training, coaching, skills-building programmes, and milestone events which focus on celebrating promotions.

By joining KPMG, rest assured that you will be exposed to superb learning and development opportunities. We are committed to recruiting the best people and developing them to become professional business leaders of tomorrow.

As a graduate recruit we will provide you with: • Tutorials • On the Job training and experience • Mentoring • Support with your dissertation Submit your CV via email to recruitment@kpmg.com.mt or visit us at our stand. A copy of your latest results should be attached to the C V. www.workingwithkpmg.com.mt

get in touch

ADDRESS

Portico Building, Marina Street, Pieta. PTA 9044. Malta

TELEPHONE

+356 2563 1000

CONTACT

Joseph C Schembri

POSITION

Human Resources Partner

EMAIL

recruitent@kpmg.com.mt

www.workingwithkpmg.com.mt www.kpmg.com.mt

1 in the Big 4 2 in the world 3 years in a row We are committed to attracting and developing the best graduates, year in and year out. We are committed to nurturing a high-performance culture that delivers exceptional results for our clients.

If you have the right passion, determination and talent, you can achieve great things at KPMG. This is where you can fulfill your potential.

This is where you can make a difference.

Find out more at WORKINGWITHKPMG.COM.MT

© 2012 KPMG, a Maltese civil partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (“KPMG International”), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved.

Ernst & Young (EY) is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. Our 167,000 people in 140 countries share our values and our commitment to quality. Together, we strive to make a difference to each other, to our clients and to the communities in which we live and work.

get in touch

ADDRESS

Regional Business Centre Achille Ferris Street Msida MSD 1751

TELEPHONE & FAX tel: +356 2134 2134 fax: +356 2347 1600

CONTACT

Vanessa Scerri

POSITION

HR Manager

EMAIL

students@mt.ey.com

MISSION STATEMENT

People who demonstrate integrity, respect, and teaming. People with energy, enthusiasm, and the courage to lead. People who build relationships based on doing the right thing. Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs of our global organisation. They guide our actions and behaviour. They influence the way we work with eachother - and the way we serve our clients and engage with our communities.

PREFERRED BACKGROUNDS

Accounting, Finance, ACCA, Economics, Information Technology

www.ey.com

16

At EY, our people are the foundation of our success. We attract talented people from diverse backgrounds. Our emphasis on inclusiveness matters more than ever today.

Our open culture offers continuous personal and professional development.

EY has been operating in Malta since the mid 1990’s. EY Malta is a full member firm of one of the Firm’s four global areas – Europe, Middle East, India and Africa (EMEIA). This enables its numerous clients in Malta and abroad to benefit from access to a large number of specialised personnel in a number of countries. EY is the most globalised, integrated professional services organisation in mind-set, actions and structure and the market place is rewarding our difference.

We aspire to have a leading people culture everywhere in the world. To achieve this aspiration we invest in including, developing and engaging all of our people.

EY Malta provides a complete range of professional services, including Assurance (Auditing) Services; Transaction Advisory Services; Tax Advisory and Compliance Services; Financial and Accounting Services; and IT Risk and Assurance Services. The expertise of our team and the EY style infrastructure combine to offer our everincreasing portfolio of clients a seamless service focused mainly on the provision of value. Our clients come from a wide range of economic sectors, including the financial services industry and we offer our services to a mix of local and foreign clients.

WHY US? Right from the start of your career, we encourage you to define and achieve your aspirations. We support your professional development through award-winning formal and informal training, rewarding challenges and diverse experiences, including mobility opportunities.

EY Internship – Internships start with training in fundamental business skills as early as in the first or second year – but soon speed up, until you will doing the same kind of work our graduates are doing. In each year you will be part of a team working with our clients in one of our main business areas. At EY we are also interested in helping you to improve in your studies. Thus we have teamed up with some of our dedicated staff in order to provide tutoring during your university years in various study units. We will also support you in your thesis.

EY Graduate Recruitment Scheme – Open to all non-accountancy final year students who would join upon successful completion of first degree. You will be given full support towards gaining the ACA qualification and offered a training contract which includes a well balanced mix of study, examination and work periods.

WHY DO IT? Irrespective of your entry route our programmes offer: • good balance between work and study periods; • an intensive induction programme, constant training, career counselling and personal development coaching from a mentor; • the ability to put theory into practice and develop a wide range of business, technical and softer skills; and • access to an extensive online training library.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE Students following their studies in a related area who are eager to enhance their learning with hands-on experience within an international leading firm, are invited to send us their applications.

You are invited to send us your CV detailing your qualifications (including transcript of academic results), experience and aspirations.

get in touch

ADDRESS

PricewaterhouseCoopers 78 Mill Street, Qormi Malta

TELEPHONE

+356 2124 7000

CONTACT

PwC is a member firm forming part of the worldwide PwC network. Globally, we are the world’s leading professional service organization, drawing on the knowledge and skills of more than 180,529 people working in 158 countries. Locally, we are the leading and largest practice of accountants and auditors in Malta.

We are committed to PwC being a great place to work and to create an environment where our people can flourish through coaching; diverse overseas opportunities and a dedicated learning and education programme. By enrolling in any of our programmes students are embarking into an exciting profession and career... each of our student programmes offers the opportunity of a lifetime.

Lisa Pullicino

MISSION STATEMENT

PwC’s CareerDeal programme CareerDeal, a student internship programme that has been running successfully for a number of years, aims to strike a healthy balance between the support that you, as an accountancy student need throughout your university studies, and the coaching you require to better prepare yourself for the profession. PwC invests in CareerDeal students by offering them the chance to participate in our Corporate Social Responsibility programme, attend tutorials, job shadow and experience work in our different lines of service.

PREFERRED BACKGROUNDS

PwC’s ACA programme PwC’s ACA programme focuses on the development of technical and business skills whilst offering an alternative route into the profession. Selected candidates seeking the ACA qualification will undergo a focused three year programme which will involve a mix of work and study. Students will be trained to acquire business-related competencies and technical experience – competencies and experiences that will adequately prepare them for a promising career within the profession and with PwC.

POSITION Partner

EMAIL

lisa.pullicino@mt.pwc.com ‘We connect our people, networks, experience, industry knowledge and business understanding to build trust and create value for our clients.’

At PwC we are committed to help our clients, our people and our communities develop and grow.

We achieve this through our core values of Excellence, Teamwork and Leadership.

Accounting students remain very attractive to us but our interest does not stop here. We are willing to support and train bright, talented students from any discipline.

www.pwc.com/mt

20

PwC’s full-time study ACCA programme Our ACCA programme aims to accelerate the learning curve of our students and offers a fast track route into the profession. PwC’s Academy will provide you with dedicated classroom tuition to ensure that you are thoroughly prepared for the ACCA exams. This programme is planned over approximately 6 examination sittings and during this time the firm invests in you by offering a monthly study grant. The programme will offer you the opportunity to work in the different lines of service, which compliments your studies with practical experience.

PwC guarantees employment to students who successfully complete any of these three programmes.

We invite you to visit us on our stand and to attend our talks. Bring along an application form (available on our website) together with a passport sized photo, a CV and a transcript of academic results so far.

www.pwc.com/mt

The opportunity of a lifetime

Join our talks on campus to find out more about the career opportunities at PwC Non-accounting students Wednesday 21st November at noon in the KSU common room

1st yr B.Comm students with an accounts major Friday 23rd November at noon in the KSU common room

Find us on

Friend us on

PwC Malta

Attendees will be given the chance to win an iPad!

© 2012 PricewaterhouseCoopers. All rights reserved. In this document, “PwC” refers to PricewaterhouseCoopers, which is a member firm of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited, each member firm of which is a separate legal entity.

Why Deloitte?

Deloitte provides audit, tax, consulting, and financial advisory services to public and private clients spanning multiple industries.

With a globally connected network of member firms in approximately 150 countries, Deloitte brings world class capabilities and deep local expertise to help clients succeed wherever they operate.

get in touch

ADDRESS

Deloitte Place Mriehel Bypass Mriehel BKR 3000 Malta

TELEPHONE

+356 2343 2000

EMAIL

careers@deloitte.com.mt

MISSION STATEMENT

The Firm’s mission statement is ‘To help our clients and people excel’ and this underpins all that we do

PREFERRED BACKGROUNDS

Accountancy, Banking and Finance, Insurance and Finance, Tax, Law, Information Technology

www.deloitte.com/mt

22

Deloitte is one of the largest professional services firms in Malta. The firm is successfully led by 15 directors and approximately 240 full time staff across the following service lines, Audit, Tax, Financial Advisory and Enterprise Risk Services. We have the largest and most specialised team of tax professionals in Malta which has a strong focus on international clients.

• Students who are currently studying at University in the FEMA faculty choosing Accounts or Law

Why Us?

Deloitte is dedicated to supporting its people to excel whilst achieving a work-life balance.

Some of the benefits when working with us include • Training and learning • Professional subscriptions • Opportunity to travel • Health insurance • Family friendly measures • Health and wellness

Deloitte’s 200,000 professionals are unified by a collaborative culture that fosters integrity, outstanding value to markets and clients, commitment to each other, and strength from diversity. Our people enjoy an environment of continuous learning, challenging experiences, and enriching career opportunities. Deloitte’s professionals are dedicated to strengthening corporate responsibility, building public trust, and making a positive impact in their communities.

Who are we looking for?

Students and graduates who enrol on one of the Deloitte educational programmes are provided with an advantageous opportunity to continuously develop themselves professionally and personally with constant support. This support is passed on during their studies and on the job. In this respect we are looking for • Students who have accomplished secondary education and are considering various options available to them

• Graduates who already possess a first degree and plan to continue their studies in the field of business What we offer

Application procedure Submit your CV online at http://mycareer.deloitte.com/mt/en or send your CV by email to careers@deloitte.com.mt.

You can also visit the Deloitte stand at the Business and Careers Forum and speak to one of the members of our Campus team.

How bright is your future?

It depends on where you start It’s your future.

Throughout your studies, you certainly have aspirations as to which career path you would like to take, what you enjoy doing, are passionate about, and are really good at.

At Deloitte, we have various options for you to choose from within the Deloitte Programmes for tertiary education in professional services. We are keen to work with people with a clear vision as to what they aspire to in life.

How far will you take it?

Find out more at http://mycareer.deloitte.com/mt careers@deloitte.com.mt Stay connected

Deloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, a UK private company limited by guarantee, and its network of member firms, each of which is a legally separate and independent entity. Please see www.deloitte.com/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited and its member firms.

Deloitte Malta refers to a civil partnership constituted between limited liability companies, and its affiliated operating entities; Deloitte Services Limited and Deloitte Audit Limited. The latter is authorised to provide audit services in Malta in terms of the Accountancy Profession Act. A list of the corporate partners, as well as the principals authorised to sign reports on behalf of the firm, is available at www.deloitte.com/mt/about. Š 2012 Deloitte Malta

Call 144 WWW.BUSINESSFIRST.COM.MT

The lack of knowledge about what is required to set up a business is one of the major challenges that would-be entrepreneurs need to overcome in order to kickstart their business and enhance the prospects of a successful operation.

get in touch

ADDRESS

Malta Enterprise Malta Industrial Parks Gwardamangia Hill, Pieta`, MEC 0001

TELEPHONE & FAX tel: +356 2542 0000 fax: +356 2542 3401

CONTACT

George Francalanza

POSITION

Head, Relationship Management Unit

EMAIL

info@maltaenterprise.com

MISSION STATEMENT

To provide new investment opportunities while strengthening business investments already existent in Malta in order to generate a more diversified local economy that is strong enough to face the current global economic challenges.

www.maltaenterprise.com

Conscious of this, Business First offers professional guidance and advice to start-up companies, supporting them in this crucial phase of their business life. Indeed, startups are assisted to find their way among the various administrative requirements such as what application needs to be compiled, what documentation needs to be submitted and where, as well as other relevant matters.

Significantly, Business First also gathers more than 50 Government services for businesses under one roof, thereby offering the possibility of fulfilling most of these same requirements from one central location.

In so doing, Business First acts as a onestop-shop for businesses and saves time and avoids unnecessary running around for entrepreneurs, who can thus focus more on the operational side of their business.

Amongst others, services related to registration for VAT and tax purposes, employment, utilities, VISA permits, licensing including several tourism-related licenses will be provided through Business First, with the full list being available on the dedicated website www.businessfirst.com.mt.

Additionally, through Business First companies may apply for the wide range of schemes and incentives provided by Malta Enterprise to assist both local and foreignowned companies to set up, develop their business in Malta and possibly grow into foreign markets as well.

The services provided through Business First are updated periodically in line the commitment to monitor and analyse clients’ feedback to see what business services are

24

required and, where possible, start offering such services.

In this manner, Business First has also added some MEPA-related services through the hosting of a representative every Friday morning, while more services are expected to be added in the coming months.

Business First services are provided within a stipulated delivery timeframe which in most cases does not exceed 10 working days, with a number of service level agreements being signed with the various departments and entities to ensure that this commitment is maintained.

While Business First is assisting businesses of any size – from self-employed and micro enterprises, to small and medium-sized ones and even the larger companies – the service will be particularly beneficial for the smaller businesses which often have fewer resources available.

The policy context is clear. SMEs are the backbone of the Maltese economy, with more than 35,000 SMEs representing more than 99% of local enterprises. Between them, SMEs employ nearly 90,000 workers and contribute over 70% of the national added value.

Since its launch in January 2012, more than 9,000 contacts have been made with around 3,500 clients who sought Business First for assistance, mostly through e-mail correspondence on info@businessfirst. com.mt, visits to the Business First office in Guardamangia within the Malta Enterprise Head Office, and assistance over the helpline on telephone number 144.

Save your time putting all the pieces together...

Do it right through

Whether you are starting your own business or growing an existing one, Malta Enterprise is making life easier through the introduction of Business First, a one-stop service integrating over ďŹ fty government services to business. Visit Business First and save yourself all the running around to get authoritative information about doing business and accessing local and EU funding, as well as to apply for business permits and licences.

Call 144 WWW.BUSINESSFIRST.COM.MT

First and save yourself all the running around to get authoritative information about doing business and accessing local and EU funding, ATTENDING COMPANIES as well as to apply for business permits and licences.

Call 144 WWW.BUSINESSFIRST.COM.MT

26

27

visit

CAREERSFORUM.KSU.ORG.MT for more information about the event and student friendly career opportunities