This specialization helps graduate students, postdocs, and advanced degree holders take a strategic approach to professional development and career planning. Through four focused courses鈥攐n Individual Development Plans (IDPs), transferable skills, networking, and communicating with diverse audiences鈥攜ou鈥檒l build the mindset and tools needed to grow your career with purpose. Whether you鈥檙e pursuing academia, industry, or something in between, you鈥檒l gain the confidence and clarity to navigate your next steps.
Applied Learning Project
Learners will complete practical projects such as creating a personalized Individual Development Plan (IDP), mapping transferable skills to career goals, crafting effective networking messages, and developing a communication strategy tailored to diverse audiences. These hands-on activities help learners apply what they鈥檝e learned to real-world career planning and professional scenarios.