Guest Lecture: Career Pathways and Interview Preparation with Mars

Almaty, Kazakhstan – March 18, 2025 – De Montfort University Kazakhstan (DMUK) students had the opportunity to attend an insightful guest lecture on Career Pathways and Interview Preparation by Artur Suleimenov, Talent Acquisition Partner at Mars. The session provided valuable insights into Mars’ history, its corporate culture, and the recruitment process for students interested in pursuing a career with one of the world’s leading companies.

Students learned about the history of Mars, its strong focus on quality, responsibility, efficiency, and freedom, as well as the company’s values-driven corporate culture. Artur provided an in-depth look at leadership at Mars, explaining how the company nurtures talent and the different stages of the Mars Leadership Experience Program recruitment process.

The session also gave students valuable insights into employment opportunities at Mars, detailing the selection process, which includes CV screening, SHL assessments, business games, open days, and the assessment center. This breakdown helped students understand what to expect when applying for a role at Mars and how to prepare effectively.

The session concluded with an interactive part, where students participated in a mock interview to practice their interview skills in a real-world context. The Q&A session that followed gave students the opportunity to ask Artur questions about career pathways at Mars, the recruitment process, and his own experiences working at the company.

This lecture provided DMUK students with valuable tools and insights to navigate the recruitment process at Mars and gave them a deeper understanding of the company’s culture and leadership development opportunities.»