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Name: Breda O'Brien
Student ID: 23889209
Skills
Cover
Summary
Skills
Engagement
Certificates
Business Acumen
Activity Title: University of Galway Employability Award
Date of Achievement: 25/2/2024
Description:
Networked with employers at workshops and events which developed commercial awareness, creative
problem solving, strategic thinking, and to be able to see the bigger picture.
Activity Title: Designing User Experiences
Date of Achievement: 26/5/2025
Description:
Developed business acumen by identifying user needs and creating solutions that add value. Learned to
approach design challenges with a problem-solving mindset, balancing user experience with practical
business considerations.
Communication
Activity Title: Sports Club Leader
Date of Achievement: 1/3/2022
Description:
Developed interpersonal communication skills by collaborating with the club committee, fellow club members
and the sports unit. Participated in meetings and occasionally spoke at public events. Honed and employed
various forms of communication methods such as social media, mailing lists to keep current club members
informed. Created posters and attended club’s day to attract new members.
Activity Title: Flirt FM 101.3 - Radio Essentials
Date of Achievement: 1/1/2023
Description:
Developed an articulate, clear, concise, and engaging communication manner suitable for radio. Adapted
language for the target audience. Actively asked questions and listened to team members, mentors, and the
public to produce a good broadcast.
Activity Title: LIFT: Leadership Programme Participant
Date of Achievement: 6/3/2023
Description:
Asked questions and actively listened during group work. Respectfully collaborated and networked with group
members. Clearly and concisely articulated ideas and messages.
Ollscoil na Gaillimhe,
Bóthar na hOllscoile,
Gaillimh, H91 TK33,
Éire
University of Galway,
University Road,
Galway, H91 TK33,
Ireland
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