Professional Development Week 2025
31 March - 4 April
Every year we team up with our Industry Network partners to deliver an exclusive Professional Development Week / Workshop Week to prepare students for work. Students learn how to craft their CV’s and portfolios and refine interview skills tailored to their specific field of interest.
During a week, you can attend workshops and lectures, providing you with valuable industry insights and experience.
Be sure to check out the full description of the sessions, as some of them may require some technology or knowledge, or there may be a limited number of places available for the session!
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Heels Make Deals — Presentation and Q&A
Join us for an inspiring session with alumna Sabina Samuel, founder and creative director of Heels Make Deals, a boutique branding studio led by and focused on women and female empowerment.
AI and Fintech
AI is reshaping the fintech landscape by optimizing operations, enhancing decision-making, and creating more accessible financial services. However, addressing regulatory, ethical, and security challenges is crucial to fully realizing AI’s potential in the industry. The talk on AI and Fintech explores how artificial intelligence is transforming the financial technology sector, driving innovation, efficiency, and new business models.
3D Printing workshop (part 1)
Discover the power of 3D printing in fine arts and graphic design in this hands-on two-day workshop!
Visit the Kredenc Screen Print Studio
Join us for an exclusive visit to Kredenc Screen Print Studio, led by renowned printmaker Martin Dufek.
Small Business Owners – Lessons for Students
Gain real-world insights from entrepreneurs who have built their own businesses! In this interactive session, small business owners Fraser Brown, Virginia Tembo, Antonin Smely, and Donnel Mandimika will share their experiences, challenges, and key lessons learned.
Toes, Heels & Calls
Immerse yourself in the energy and intensity of flamenco through drawing! This guided session will take place during a live rehearsal with a professional dance ensemble, challenging students to capture the fleeting motion and raw expression of flamenco.
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Visit the VCCP Prague
Explore the dynamic world of advertising with an exclusive visit to VCCP Prague, a leading agency known for transforming brands through innovative campaigns.
Principles of Sales
Lucie’s workshop will discuss a typical sales process as a psychological behaviour. It will further distinguish between different types of customers and develop specific sales pitch in addressing their needs.
3D Printing Workshop (part 2)
Discover the power of 3D printing in fine arts and graphic design in this hands-on two-day workshop!
Intercultural Negotiation
Effective intercultural negotiation skills are a key ingredient for success in different areas, such as business, diplomacy and beyond, in today’s globalised world. The workshop focuses on a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of cross-cultural interaction and illustrates through several practical examples tools and strategies to navigate diverse negotiation landscapes.
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Packaging Workshop
Packaging is everywhere. It protects the product and helps communicate the brand message. There’s often too much of it but there are instances where it’s really needed. For this workshop you will not work on the design of a commercial packaging. Instead we are going to look at packaging from a more conceptual and poetic perspective. You will design and realise a packaging for a memento.
Session with intermission: 9:00—12:00 / 13:00—16:00
Portfolio Review from CTP
Join Simon Gray, Creative Director at CTP, for a session combining branding, creativity, and portfolio development. Simon will introduce the CTP brand before inviting students to take on one of two creative tasks: designing a branded T-shirt or developing animation ideas and execution for CTP’s intro/outro logos.
Negotiation Tactics
Join us for an engaging class that delves into the fascinating topics of negotiation tactics, social interactions, and psychological behaviours!
Intercultural Communication
In our increasingly globalised world, interacting with people from around the world is increasingly commonplace. However, the increase in contact and interactions has not led to greater understanding, merely more opportunities for confusion and mistakes.
CV Writing Workshop for Designers
In today’s information-rich world, making a strong first impression is crucial. Raise your professional profile with our CV writing workshop, designed specifically for art and design students.
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Unfigure It Out: Why Not Knowing is Your Superpower
Join us for an exclusive session with Matija Vujovic, the Founder and Executive Creative Director of Matbold®.
This talk flips the script on the pressure to “have it all figured out” by showing students how not knowing is actually where real creativity, originality, and breakthrough growth comes from.
It’s about using this season of life as a playground—not a prison.
Discover SAP: Career Opportunities & Industry Insights
Join us for an exciting session with SAP and our alumnus Darian Pulgarin to explore career opportunities and key industry insights. Learn from an insider’s perspective about working with SAP and gain valuable knowledge on various SAP-related topics.
Visit the McCann Agency
Get an exclusive look inside McCann, one of the creative agencies! This session will introduce students to McCann’s work, agency structure and key talent, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the world of advertising.
Midjourney AI Workshop
In an art and design school, understanding AI-powered image generation is becoming essential. This workshop helps students explore the strengths and limitations of a powerful tool that translates ideas into visuals.
Unlock Your Career Potential with Amaris Consulting!
Join us for an insightful session where we dive into the world of Amaris Consulting and explore how we empower businesses and individuals to thrive. This is your chance to enhance your CV and portfolio with expert tips tailored for today’s competitive job market.
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How The Book Was Born
The book, not just as a cover, but as an object. As interconnected architecture. How should we think about a book? And can a book have its own visual identity?
Gelli-printing & Kitchen Lithography
The workshop will introduce students to the basics of at-home printmaking using accessible, everyday materials. Students will explore two printmaking techniques — gelli-printing and kitchen lithography — which they will use to create both individual and collaborative prints without using specialized equipment.
Meet Your Lecturers
Ever wondered about the journey your lecturers took to get where they are today? Whether you’re curious about their industry experience, academic journey, or simply want to chat, this is the perfect opportunity to gain insights and build connections in a relaxed setting.
Visit the Cocoon Prague
Step inside Cocoon Prague, a branding agency that brings businesses to life! Get an exclusive look at their creative process, explore their dynamic workspace, and gain insights into brand strategy and design.