Course Description
Provides graduate students with an introduction to career paths both in academia and the industry with a focus on professional development. Students will develop professional skills needed to progress through a graduate degree and beyond, such as communication, mentoring, leadership, teaching, interviewing, and applying for jobs.
Athena Title
Professional Development
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
After completing this course, students will be able to: Recognize career opportunities in academia, industry, and government Develop effective job application packages including Curriculum Vitae, personal statement teaching philosophy, and others Identify effective practices in leadership, teaching, and mentorship Recognize the importance of networking for career development Effectively communicate science with diverse audiences and media
Topical Outline
Individual Development Plan Career preparation Career exploration (industry/academia) Effective application packages (CV, cover letter, personal statements/extension statement/teaching statement) Effective interviewing Networking Teaching and mentoring Effective and inclusive teaching Teaching philosophy Mentor-mentee relationships Communication Effective communication (oral, written, and digital) Professionalism and leadership Ethics in teaching and research Diversity and inclusion awareness Leadership skill building
Syllabus
Public CV