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MBA Workshops

MBA: Finding Your Focus

It is important you have a direction or focus throughout your MBA plan. If you are unsure of your concentration or the type of position you would like upon graduation then join this active workshop to help you move forward with finding your focus. Discuss and develop your action plan using MBA blueprint to help you decide the business focus for your MBA program, internship and job search. 

• Wednesday, October 23, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. in 320 Jacobs
• Friday, November 1, 1 - 3 p.m. in 320 Jacobs

Duration: 90 -120 minutes

Registration: Sign up for this workshop through the BizLink system by going to Events and then clicking Workshops. Space is limited.

Please note:

• Bring your laptop and your CareerLeader report to get the most out of this workshop. 

Concentration Meetings

Meeting with others who share your interests can help you move closer to your career goals. Join your CRC advisor along with other MBA students in the same concentration area for informal discussions. Topics may include jobs, internships, typical responsibilities, hiring trends, industries, ways to get noticed, resources, options within the concentration, internship and job focus, and how to leverage your experience.

• ALL concentrations: October 25 in 106 Jacobs 
  • SCOM: Friday, October 25, noon – 1:15 p.m. in 106 Jacobs
  • Marketing: Friday, October 25, 1:15 –2:30 p.m. in 106 Jacobs
  • MIS: Friday, October 25, 2:30 – 3:45 p.m. in 106 Jacobs
  • Finance: Friday, October 25, 3:45 –5 p.m. in 106 Jacobs
• Finance: Wednesday, November 6, 3:30 - 5 p.m. in 320 Jacobs
• Marketing: Friday, November 8, 1 - 2:20 p.m. in 320 Jacobs
• SCOM: Friday, November 8, 2:30 - 4 p.m. in 320 Jacobs
• MIS: Wednesday, November 13, 3:30 - 5 p.m. in 320 Jacobs
• Ensure you are invited to the correct concentration meeting by keeping your BizLink profile updated

Advanced Interviewing Skills

A job interview is a critical stage of the hiring process. Preparing for a variety of interview situations and knowing what to expect is essential to success. Practice advanced interviewing skills and learn to communicate your qualifications and experience effectively. Whether you have limited work experience or are an experienced candidate, it is important to fine tune your skills. (Note: you will get more out of the session if you bring your resume to the session the CRC’s Interview Guide.)

• Friday, September 13, 2 - 3:30 p.m. in 205 Alfiero

• Friday, September 20 in 205 Alfiero (Time: to be announced)

• Tuesday, September 24, noon - 1:30 p.m.  in 205 Alfiero

• Friday, October 11, 2-3:30 p.m. in 205 Alfiero

• Tuesday, October15, noon - 1:30 p.m. in 205 Alfiero

• Monday, November 4 from 4 - 5:30 p.m. in 205 Alfiero

• Wednesday, November 13 from 9 - 10:30 a.m. in 320 Jacobs

• Thursday, November 14 from 5 - 6:30 p.m. in 320 Jacobs

• Friday, November 22, 2 - 3:30 p.m. in 205 Alfiero

Registration: Sign up for this workshop through the BizLink system by going to Events and then clicking Workshops. Space is limited.

Please note:

• Bring your résumé in order to learn how to effectively leverage your own experience
• Review CRC’s Interview Guide prior to the session
• If you are unfamiliar with the U.S. job search or behavioral-based interviewing please view our Basic Interviewing Skills workshop prior to attending this workshop

Required for all full-time MBA students