Attention Year 1 MBAs, and new MBAs starting the program in Winter 2021:

Communication, Culture, and Executive Presence is a professional development series offered by the Career Development Centre (CDC). This seminar series is designed to equip MBA students with the skills and resources employers desire to land your next position.

As Schulich MBAs, many of you plan to work at some of the most prestigious firms in the world, which requires tremendous preparation for some of the toughest applications and interviews imaginable.

You will learn how to research your future roles, plan your career path, prepare application material, interview like a pro, and showcase executive presence.

Instructor: Various industry professionals from Consulting, Financial Services, Consumer Packaged Goods, and Technology

These seminars will take place every Thursday at 7:00 pm. Please note that students who register for the series must attend all seminars during the 12-week period as they build on the knowledge learned in the previous week(s).

Topics covered:

Week 1 Job Market and Schulich Resources
Week 2 Career Search in a Digital World  
Week 3 Networking
Week 4 Resumes and Cover Letters 1
Week 5 Career / Industry Panel
Week 6 Resumes and Cover Letters 2
Week 7 Interview Skills 1
Week 8 Interview Skills 2
Week 9 Executive Presence
Week 10 Effective Speaking and Presenting
Week 11 Career Preparation Workshop / Panel  
Week 12 Personal Branding