#post grad marketing programs

[dionysus-complex]

this summer I've been toying with various ideas of what to do post-graduation as the end of this PhD program approaches and as of right now there are basically three obvious paths (below readmore since this is mostly me talking to myself):

the paths are:

(a) attempt the academic job market and come to terms with the likelihood that if I do get a job, it would mean both my spouse and I having to uproot and move somewhere with very little choice about where that is. relatively likely to run up against a hard line we both have about not moving back to a red state (particularly if the 2024 election goes how it seems to be leaning), and even if it doesn't, the blue state options are largely in the Northeast which is not especially appealing to either of us. also likely to run up against the fact that most jobs for fresh PhD grads in the field these days are visiting professorships or non-tenured lecturer positions, which means that my spouse and I could be looking at multiple cycles of uprooting our entire lives. but there is the possibility of winning the lottery so to speak and finding a long-term position on the West Coast or in CO/NM

(b) find a job teaching Latin at a secondary level. this might also involve uprooting, but with somewhat more ability to choose where we live. I enjoy teaching; biggest problem is that the majority of jobs on balance are at charter schools which I'm ideologically iffy about (I've worked at a few, in red states, and would rather not do it again!) or at private schools, often religiously-affiliated. ideally I would want to teach at a public school and preferably in CA but that would require getting a CA teaching credential, which is doable but means more school

(c) law school???? I very nearly considered applying to law schools after my first MA but decided I couldn't be happy without trying the PhD route first. if I do go this route I'd want to go to school somewhere I plan to stay long-term (no T14 for me!) and the obvious choice is here in LA. would prefer not to do my current university or any of the UCs. good news is I have no academic debt and could probably get a significant scholarship with my undergrad GPA and academic background, especially if I'm thinking well outside the T14 world. greater potential for long-term stability than academia but also potential for burnout; ideally I'd want to do public interest/environmental/union-side labor stuff but that's not an easy path

a postdoc could also be a possibility but this is essentially a version of (a) that puts off the decision but does not dodge it

additional factor is that my spouse would like to stay in SoCal at least long enough to finish their own current degree program, which I am all in on but means that option (a) is probably not going to happen for a few years at least. in which case I'd either need to pursue (b) or (c) or find some other way of paying the bills here for a while

[tkachuktkaching]

Keith & Chantal Tkachuk on how Matthew & Brady's vibrant personalities stem from colourful St. Louis roots

It is an attitude and household like theirs in suburban St. Louis that has produced one of the league’s most colourful players off the ice, and one of the most entertaining players on it.

“I assume Brady is the off-ice one and Matthew is the on-ice one?” said Keith, laughing.

Brady’s infectious personality has been on display via several renditions of "Mr. Brightside" posted online by fans thrilled to see him letting loose in local establishments.

The toolkit Matthew has used to become one of the more polarizing and prolific 100-point scorers includes an innate ability to agitate while dazzling with memorable, between-the-leg finishes.      

In a league full of beige, both engaging, natural leaders stand out. 

Brady, captain of the Ottawa Senators, became a folk hero in Calgary last spring with his double-fisted celebrations in support of his brother’s playoff run.

Matthew, an alternate captain for the Florida Panthers, single-handedly resurrected the Battle of Alberta with a series of hits on Zack Kassian he punctuated with, “If he doesn’t want to get hit, then stay off the tracks.”

And the hits just keep on coming, from both.

“They’re not boring like a lot of guys in the NHL, tell ya that much,” said Keith, who was one of the more personable players of his era.

“I think it’s good they have a personality. It’s good for them, it’s good for the league, good for the team and it’s good for you guys. 

“You don’t want to talk to boring guys with programmed answers.”

Keith said he remembered watching Matthew on the After Hours segment on Hockey Night in Canada as a rookie, conducting the whole interview with his head down.

“I said, ‘What are you doing? Get your head up and talk,’” said Keith.   

“But now it’s like this (as he snaps his fingers).

“I watched Matthew interviewed last night and he was pretty good. He adds some normal stuff to it that people like. It’s not about the same answers. He does a good job.

“I think it’s being around the locker room for a long time, being comfortable.”

Both Tkachuks are armed with tremendous confidence, no doubt cultivated while growing up at their father’s knee in NHL dressing rooms. 

They’ve honed their interview skills under the glare of demanding Canadian hockey markets where all eyes are on their every move, and they know it.

Yet, they continue letting their personalities shine though.

Brady certainly does that well with a microphone in his hand, belting out The Killers’ anthem like he did just a few weeks ago when a fan posted him performing with teammates.

“The good news is every time he does it, he’s with his fiancée, so it’s not like he’s out by himself,” said Keith.

“If you were in Phoenix or New York no one would care, or know you. But you’re in Canada, so I just told him, you’ve got to be careful.

“It’s not like he’s being a goofball, idiot, drunk. He’s not like that. He just turned 23 years old, but he thinks like a 16-year-old. 

“He just likes to have fun.”

Sure, it’s all good fun like he’s had for years in his parents' basement with friends and family.

“He has a contagious personality – he always has a smile on his face, seems to be in a good mood and is fun to be around,” said Mom, sharing her theory on why his song is the Killers’ classic. 

“I think that’s just a popular college song – a fun song that the kids go crazy over.

Draft parties, grad parties, Christmas parties, you name it, the Tkachuks want to ensure everyone is included, as they value the importance not only of teammates bonding, but the spouses as well.

“One of the best parties was an Easter party we had one of the last years Keith played – we had the whole team over and we got this huge Easter bunny costume and Matthew got into it,” said Chantal, who Keith calls Julie McCoy, the cruise director from Love Boat.

“Matthew was about 12 and he just nailed it, holding the kids’ hands.

“All the moms were oohing and ahhing over how great an Easter bunny he was.

“Honest to god, I still get random texts from moms who said, 'That was just the best.'”

“They like the wine cellar and the scotch,” said a smiling Keith, who taught both his sons to revere their team’s support staff.

“I know what it felt like to be a young guy and not having anywhere to go, so I think it’s important to have that open-door policy.”

That policy extended to the family basement, where current Blues star Robert Thomas lived his first two years in the league before renting Matthew’s St. Louis home this fall.

Keith has three TVs mounted in the basement so he can watch Thomas and both of his sons at the same time. After games, Keith would take on a fatherly role with Thomas and wait up for him to get home to share thoughts on his performance.

[celestie0]

what do you think about grad school and maybe getting a masters or phd? like for you😭 i’m curious what more do you feel about academia

hiii bb!! ouu yeah i think with the way things are in job market rn, at least for a science degree, having a masters is a MUST and phd too if you want to teach or go into research...just an undergraduate degree for any STEM job i have noticed doesn't suffice unless you're like a comp sci major or have hella connections or something lmfaooo (or if you're a trust fund baby)

i'm actually going to med school so my four years of undergrad were spent working towards that goal, and not really with thoughts of phd or masters, but i did think about doing a masters during my gap year (which would've been this past year) since my school offered a few one years masters programs that i was interested in. it was gonna be a sort of back up plan for me in case i didn't get in anywhere, but ultimately i just had faith in my application n didn't want to spend money on a year of masters tuition haha

but it's hard for me to say for other fields, such as humanities, on what i think of the necessities of masters/phd programs...i'd imagine it's the same though, you'd probably need to pursue a lot of higher education to be qualified to teach or publish etc. in premed, you've got options of going to nursing school, PA school, med school, so i guess there are ways to pivot that don't involve masters programs if you still wanted to be a healthcare provider

i did watch an interesting video recently about the whole trap of the phd/masters pipeline, where students get a degree and think they'll be able to land a decent job post grad from wishful thinking, spend lots of time unsuccessful in the job market, then scramble to apply to grad school, and then even if they feel as though the phd program they're in isn't really giving them what they want from it, they don't want to quit because at that point it'll feel like sunken cost, and it damages their mental health and motivation and is basically this recurring loop where the system forces students to continuously stay in school and do excessive amount of research/work for criminally low compensation, just to become overqualified candidates for barely minimally paying jobs. ofc all in the name to benefit the insanely rich and wealthy. honestly most grad students i meet are stressed and so incredibly jaded, i can't imagine that it's easy on them at all. a lot of universities hardly pay them any sort of livable wage for the work that they do

as for academia in general, i think it's worth it to become educated, as it can open doors. obviously there are different paths for all people, some people choose not to go to school, some people go to trade school, others go to school much later in life. i remember i worked w this one doctor who was a mechanic for thirty years and he went back to school to get his undergrad degree and then went to med school, all while he was in his 50s, and now he's a practicing physician! i thought that was really incredible and inspiring. school is something that's there for you whenever you want it, need it, or feel ready for it. i think it's worthy to invest in your education, but you have to go into it knowing that you're going to make the most of it. in that, pursue higher education if you have a plan of why you're there and what you're going to do when you're there, and not just for the sake of earning a degree or putting off working because you'd rather just stay a student. the reason why someone from harvard might work at the same job as someone who went to community college is ultimately because the person who went to CC might've made more of their experience n harnessed connections/skills n probably had a much more clear idea of what they wanted to do with the education they were earning compared to someone who might've been coasting through a reputable school because once they got in, that was all they cared about (lol i sound bitter saying this, no hate to big name schools, but it's such a common misconception that just because you get a degree from like an ivy league, you'll be set for life. and same applies vice versa. some of the smartest ppl i know are people who did CC for two years and then transferred to a four year university. they saved hella money and got the same degree in the end, with the same exact if not better job opportunities. similarly, i've worked at clinics/hospitals where some of the doctors went to UCLA and others went to caribbean med school, but they all ended up at the same place in the end)

GOD THIS BECAME SO LONG i swear whenever i answer asks on my computer it becomes an essay loool but yea these are just my general opinions about college, higher education, and academia in general? i hope this answers and that i didn't misinterpret the question hahah but thank u for the ask bb!!

[ink-stained-clouds]

A studyblr (re)introduction

It's hard to believe, but I started this blog in high school and I just graduated college. Since then, a lot has changed so I thought it might be time for an updated introduction

✨ The Basics ✨

Name: Inky (not really, but my legal name is very uncommon)

Pronouns: she/her

Program of study: PhD in Sociology (I'll be starting in August!)

Academic interests: political extremism, online interaction, identity, sociological and psychological theories of identity and group processes

Non-academic interests: reading (these days mostly mysteries/thrillers, AsAm lit, occasionally fantasy), cooking, and painting

A little more about me :)

As far as academics go, I've mostly done qualitative research but am starting to learn STATA and how to scrape data from social media sources. In the future, I want to work in research and I'd love to teach but the academic job market sure is icky so we will see lmao

Outside of academics, I used to be a lot more creative than I am these days but I am slowly trying to change that. I took up painting this year and am trying to get back into creative writing. I come from a big city and currently live in a much smaller area so I also like finding new places to go/things to do in my area like local fairs and mom and pop antique shops to explore

You can also find me here, on the book/studygram my friends roped me into (and that I have come to enjoy making silly little videos for)

If you're new to my blog hi, hello :) it's nice to meet you. on this blog you will find your average study content with some anti-grind culture seasoning (we are not about working ourselves to death here, folks). outside of academic content, you may also find yourself subjected to my study break tag, political posts, and my occasional musings (under inky speaks)

Come fall, you'll start hearing about my adventures in grad school. I am also slowly learning to manage my chronic health problems on top to school/work and those experiences may make it into the mix too

I am always looking for new blogs to follow, especially if you're a fellow social science person or a gradblr so please don't hesitate to say hi!

- Inky

[sciencetylia]

I would recommend following ChemJobber ("CJ") and keeping up with CJ in general. Characterizing trends in the Chem Jobs market and helping chemists find jobs is his whole thing.

I do follow him, but the vast majority of what he posts is aimed at people with Masters, PhD's or Post-docs, or those who wish to apply for those programs, which don't apply to me. I went back 2 months, and didn't find one example of a job that I would be able to qualify for.

Right now going back to university is impossible for me as I have 30k in student debt and no university would admit me to grad school with my low GPA, lack of research experience and lack of recommendations from past professors.

I appreciate the tips, but I rarely see low level/entry level Chemistry positions from their page.

[rosesradio]

i'm struggling with what i wanna do in grad school...

and i was just gonna tag rant but yk what i'll put it in the post

i'm in my senior year of my bachelor's program in information systems (business + computer science = where dreams go to die) because apparently the degree will be useful for the next year or two until the inevitable AI takeover (itsfineitsfineitsfine)

i always thought i would go into grad school for library science and be a librarian, but the farther along i get in school, the more my options look...bleak. i've applied to my local library maybe half a dozen times and got one interview that i thought went well, though they didn't hire me (i think they had someone else in mind already). most people in the field say it took years of volunteer work, networking, and endless credits just to get their foot in the door. although my research says the field is not dying (it's just highly competitive), it feels like i would be screwing myself over if i got this degree.

really, i just want a job associated with fiction, something fun. i would be happy working in a library, managing the system & organizing events & talking about books with students. i would be happy being a creative writing teacher. I would be happy working in publishing, maybe reading over manuscripts or editing. i'd even be happy working on a movie set, if that's in writing or something else to bring a fictional world to life.

i have to decide something quick, because i graduate in may. i wanted to get my master's at the cheapest online school [redacted]. i thought i could maybe do a dual degree program for library science and english teaching or something. my parents want me to use my college money (both through them and my acedemic scholarships), to go to a different school [redacted], that costs twice as much for the same online degree because the reputation is better and it might lead to better networking opportunities.

my worry is just that no matter how many credits i need, i will always be short something. i'll have to go back to school for education or something else. and this isn't a situation where i get the job and they pay for me to go back to school--it would be like they don't hire me, and i have to pay to go back to school anyways because i won't have a chance at even getting another job interview otherwise.

i just don't know what to do, and i'm scared. i'm wondering what degree to do, what route to take that won't just make me happy, but will also get me a job at the end of the day. i keep seeing all these things about unemployment, the housing market, the job market, how hard everything is and i feel like i'm speeding until i crash into a wall. i haven't done any internships, all of my job experience is in food and retail and i'm terrified that's where i'm gonna stay for the rest of my life (no offense to anyone working those jobs, obv from this post you can tell it's virtually impossible to work anywhere else so like i get it).

i know i need to do my research and email the different schools and figure things out, it's just a really hard situation to work through.

if anyone has any advice or take on this situation at all, i would really appreciate it. i just feel really lost

[keshetchai]

Hey! If this is too personal feel free to ignore, but in your most recent post u said you were getting a PhD in Chinese porcelain at some point, can I ask what discipline that was in? My boyfriend knows a toooon about the history of a lot of porcelain and stoneware type items in China Korea and Japan and I’d love to convince him to look into another degree lol

Hi!

Not a problem at all.

This is VERY LONG, sorry. Cut because I covered all the basics in detail with warnings and alternatives. Plus encouragement.

I dropped out of my program, but I went directly from a BA in museum studies (which was grounded in art history and basically the same as the ah major with different elective requirements) to a PhD, which started with the master's years.

My intended PhD would've been in Art History. However this area is a bit more likely to find support in a variety of similar, but related degrees.

I used my university library's physical copy of the CAA Guide to graduate programs as my starting point https://www.collegeart.org/publications/directories

Career goals do influence what programs you might care about or not. I wanted one I knew would be supportive of my desire to continue working in museums and become a curator — and some art history programs still sort of sneer at anything that isn't preparing for tenure track.

Anyways fields that may relate:

Art History

Material Culture/Decorative Arts Studies

Conservation

History (with support for material culture emphasis)

Archaeology

Museum studies

Cultural history / material culture history

Side note: for MOST art history & history programs boyfriend will need to pass a minimum # of language exams (translate a passage into English). typically 2 languages for a PhD, and in art history, one of the two must be translating passages in French or German, even if you study American art, or Chinese art, or whatever. I had only ever taken jr high and freshman HS level French and still managed to pass the translation exam, there's guides and such specifically for these exams for these two languages.

Areas of focus I looked at (some overlap):

Trade / Export art history

Decorative arts & material culture

American or European export/import decorative arts (influences of direct export and chinoiserie/japonisme)

dynastic Chinese art history. I always jokingly said "Yuan & On" My primary interest/eventual hope for a PhD was largely focusing on the evolution of Yuan-Ming dynasty Blue and White Porcelains as Diplomacy-ware/like...empire building trade art? I was sort of a late medievalist first. But secondarily I was fascinated by American and European chinoiserie and Chinese export art to western markets, so more like 17th-19th centuries for that, lol.

Hindsight is 20/20 and after working for an Islamic art historian, that is a cool way to think about porcelain trade also. I think I knew my grad program was a waste when they didn't want me to use my paper on early instances of Chinese Porcelain in the Persian Gulf and its influence on early Islamic/Medial Persian ceramics. (There were more specifics via a vis what I was arguing but that's neither here nor there). My interim advisor (who was neither a Chinese nor an Islamic art specialist) told me it was "unoriginal", when the professor at a much more elite uni who is a lead Islamic art historian said it was amazing and I should publish it in a journal. My home institution was trying to force me to use a paper from the term I was currently in (which was....generic distribution requirements and NOT my area of study) so I basically stopped caring after the 5th millionth edit request on a paper topic I didn't give a shit about. By then fancy elite prof had hired me to be her research assistant and if she'd still been taking grad students I would've leaped to change everything. ANYWAYS.

You can also look into specialists of Korean or Japanese art. I would say Korean porcelain has more appeal over a broader timescale (to me) but Japanese Imari ware porcelain and the concept of like, Japanese "chinoiserie" is fascinating.

Material engineering history/economic & trade history could also work but again less common routes. I would stick closer to archaeology and art history.

Originally my dream program was actually the Bard Graduate Center MA in decorative arts & material culture in Manhattan. I was even accepted and I think they really liked me a LOT and offered me scholarship funds and everything, and I still think it was a perfect fit. BUT as it was a terminal MA, they weren't even fully covering tuition, and the Upper West Side of Manhattan is not exactly a cheap place and I had $72k in student loan debt because I paid for undergrad by myself.

It was a little heartbreaking, because this was one of my top choices.

Which actually brings me to THE MOST IMPORTANT POINTS:

Is your boyfriend PRIVATELY WEALTHY?

Does he already have a master's degree?

Is he willing to move anywhere to obtain this degree?

If he is not PRIVATELY WEALTHY, or does not already have an MA — is he willing to do & and understanding that, the remaining options are: A) an obscene amount of student loan debt for a terminal Master's degree either on its own or on the way to a PhD, B) acceptance into one of the handfuls of fully funded MA programs in art history or history which are exceptionally competitive and may still require incurring some student loan debt because the stipend is not a living wage? Or because he will need to move countries in order to have a more affordable degree? OR C) get accepted directly into a PhD program, knowing that anything less than full tuition remission + stipend is NOT an actual acceptance to the program, and that the "high" end of a stipend when I was applying in 2013 for fall 2014 was around $26,000 yearly, and maybe (I hope?) the most elite institutions have crept up to $28,000.

Because I was fully funded and that meant I was making like... Maybe $22-23,000 a year? No summer income guaranteed, and technically my program forbade working other paid jobs as a PhD student without departmental permission (which I ignored). And those stipend funds were not guaranteed for the entirety of the PhD. Usually they guarantee 2-3 years minimum for your years of coursework, and maybe up to 5 assuming years 3-4 are funded by your teaching/being a research assistant.

Technically it is feasible to finish a PhD in 5 years but most people never manage this, and spend 7+ years when you include completing the dissertation.

Also is he willing to move to anywhere in the world yet again to either get a job or teach with this degree?

I don't say this to say "no one should try." Because I did! I did try! I applied to terminal MA's with funding and direct to phds. I got accepted to an art history MA fully funded (stipend was 18k, I was....going to live on that? Somehow?) and another (Bard) wasn't fully funded, and I also got into the PhD direct from undergrad. I moved across the country for my degree, and lived on basically minimum wage. I loved my field and my interests and still do!! I tried VERY HARD. you can DO IT! I did! I was baffled that I had more actual work experience than some of the students in the cohort a year above me. Here I was, multiple museum jobs/internships under my belt and they were on internship #1. Wild! So i probably overworked myself for the ultimately same results lol.

...but I fucking hated my graduate school program culture/the people, and it destroyed my mental health, and I was always stressed about money and funding and I was going to keep doing that for an indeterminate amount of time for a PhD.

There were a million things that went wrong for me but frankly I don't know many people who finish graduate school that isn't like, an MBA without some kind of massive stressor to their mental health, which sucks. it's a small, competitive field and I can privately recommend specific institutions (one nearby that would basically doxx me which is why I don't write it out lol) and you might have to move a lot, make barely any money, go into a ton of debt, and...probably stay that way for years.

I knew all of this going in and I don't really regret trying to do it, I'm more resentful that I did everything and it still couldn't work without possibly breaking me.

If bf sees all that and weighs the pros and cons seriously and is still interested like I said, I can privately suggest more helpful things. My application game was 🔥. But if he sees all this and is like "hm sounds like a unique form of torture." But still loves porcelains?

Genuinely? Find some local museums and see if they have volunteer docent programs! Or other volunteering programs! Museums are often understaffed and always need volunteers and our favorites are ones who actually are willing to work and know things or at least genuinely care about learning. Lots of museums even have crowd-source volunteering efforts of a variety of topics. With really small local museums, you can always try to message or walk in and directly ask like...if there's volunteering you can do that would help, or if there's a project they just don't have the funds for focusing a hired person on, but he might be totally cool with going through the small collection of imported porcelains at the so-and-so historic house and writing short descriptions for them & doing research or whatever. (I did basically this for part of one of my internships haha).

Or see if they give talks, have memberships with cool benefits/lectures/whatever. I have a museum membership my mom bought me that ALSO is accepted by other museums in this big network which means I can go to basically any big city in the US and look up the list and find a few museums that will either give me a discount or (more often!) a totally free entry. This is very cool because I can go to a local museum for free literally whenever I want, and then if I travel to another state to visit a friend and I look up a network museum I can be like "oh actually no worries. I got this." And instead of us spending $25 each for a ticket, we spend $0 total.

10/10. https://sites.google.com/site/roammuseums/home/list-of-roam-museums ROAM museums network. My membership at one of these museums means I also can use this network.

Also ask local libraries about any special programs/tickets with local museums or galleries. Sometimes you can "check out" museum passes.

GOOD LUCK!!

[lazar-codes]

New Year, New Challenges

Hello 2024! It's been a hot minute since I've done anything programming-related... I was actually planning on finishing up my Frontend Mentor projects before the end of the year, but I decided to take it easy near the end of December. That being said, I (hopefully) have the energy to get back into programming on the regular! However, first thing's first; I decided to apply for grad school (mostly because the job market for programming is basically non-existent where I live for juniors), and naturally I've come to that decision 2 weeks before applications are due, so these next few weeks will be spent working on them.

When I finally finish my applications, I plan on going back to doing LeetCode problems to start my day, then either read up on some CS concepts (i.e. data structures and algorithms) or work on projects. Unfortunately I have no original ideas for projects, but that's what the internet is for. All I know is that I want to learn Typescript this month.

I also just plan on expanding on my other hobbies for this year, since I don't want to be defined by only 1 thing. So, I want to seriously get back into my art since I haven't had the proper art drive for a few years now and miss doing my illustrations. Not to mention I finally finished my sketchbook after 3 years of working on it, so I've been really excited in working in my new one and going back to pencil. I also want to learn 3D with Blender, and maybe eventually even re-create a level from a video game...?

Ok, I'm done rambling. Will I post updates on my non-programming hobbies? Probably not, but you never know. Now, time to get started on those applications.

[etherealacademia]

Hi! What courses are you taking for publishing? I’m just about to graduate and I’m looking to further my studies :)

publicity for books, literary marketing, book editing, etc. I am in a part-time post-grad certificate program designed to prepare you for the industry. If you're in Toronto, feel free to message me privately and I'll tell you where I'm taking it!

[whentherewerebicycles]

ok they said they would send me the prompt sometime today but did not specify when so i am still in PREPARE FOR ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING mode. i finished the first-gen programming book on the plane. there were a handful of very good case studies in there & a few ideas i would love to try implementing, but i feel like those edited collections with a million contributors are inevitably a little uneven and can get a bit repetitive by the end. on the whole though i’m glad i read it and i collected a handful of sources from the bibliography that i’m going to follow up on next.

one of the last case studies in the book was about career services and i found it really interesting... the writers were pointing out that university career services tend to focus a lot on the process of finding a job (resume and cover letter writing, navigating linkedin and job boards, interviewing, etc.) but most institutions don’t do a ton of work on teaching students career management skills - like, how to read a job posting to determine if it’s going to get you where you want to be, or how to proactively identify and develop specific skills in a role even if it’s not your dream job, or how to go back on the job market and find a better match for you if a job doesn’t seem to be aligned with your long-term goals, etc etc. i definitely notice this a lot in my first-gen kids who i do post-grad career support stuff with. like, the jobs they choose to apply to often confuse me because they don’t seem like a good fit for what the student is actually interested in doing, or they’ll stay in a job that isn’t a good fit for too long because they’re unsure about how to make the transition.

we did some work on this in my program -- i had this career trajectory mapping activity where they had to research organizations in their areas of interest, then find a high- or medium-ranking employee there in a leadership position they might interested in doing later in their careers, and then we had this in-class activity where we used people’s linked in profiles to trace their path from college to grad school (if relevant) through the early stages of their career. we made these big maps on the board where we wrote down the job titles the person had held, the way they described their responsibilities in each role, the amount of time they spent at each, the amount of time between promotions, and whether their experience was concentrated in one organization/program or not (and if they moved around if it was laterally within a company or to a new organization). we did a handful of these together in class and then as part of their research portfolios that semester they had to create more maps, one of which had to be for a person they’d set up an informational interview with (so they could use the map to ask more detailed questions about people’s trajectories and get insight into how professionals further along in their careers made decisions about what jobs to take, when to leave, etc.).

ANYWAY i think i could do a LOT more thinking/brainstorming around how to integrate those skills in managing your own career into different curricula... just something i’d be interested in returning to. ooh and also i learned about the National Association of Colleges and Employers’ Career Readiness Competencies which i think will be a useful framework if i need to talk about prof dev at any point during the visit.

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How to Find OPT Resume Database in the USA: A Complete Guide for Employers

For businesses seeking fresh talent with specialized skills, hiring OPT candidates in the USA may be just what they need. Optional Practical Training (OPT) is ideal for you, as it allows international students to work in the U.S. for up to 12 months (36 months for STEM graduates) after graduation. But searching a suitable OPT resumes in USA are pretty much difficult task. As a result, employers are having trouble finding a trusted OPT resume database in USA with a wide variety of candidates to choose from. We shall look at some of the best techniques to search and use OPT candidate resumes in this blog.

What Is an OPT Resume?

An OPT resume is a type of resume used by an international student that includes their educations and skills and mark their experience for applying to work in the United States for an optional practical training. This résumé is essential for employers looking to fill the need for qualified workers that do not need to be extensively sponsored.

An OPT resume is a formal document that presents the skills, education, and work experience of international students who qualify to work in the U.S. under the OPT program. These are critical for employers looking to hire skilled workers who need little sponsoring.

 Why Hire OPT Candidates in the USA?

New Talent – OPT workers are recent graduates who have the most up-to-date knowledge in the industry.

OPT Student, No Immediate Sponsorship Needed.

Global Perspective – Employing international students contributes to a market of globalised views.

Hiring flexibility – Companies can gauge candidates before making a long-term sponsorship commitment.

 How to Find OPT Resumes in the USA

OPT-Specific Job Portals

There are various platforms that connect the hiring companies looking for OPT candidates in the USA. The top job portals have been:

24 Hour a day will surely fetch you good money by creating this kind of platform professionally OPT Nation —An effective platform of thousands of OPT resumes @ USA into playing field for various industries.

MyVisaJobs – It is an extensive database where employers can easily find OPT job seekers.

Dice – Top job board Associated with tech-specific OPT candidate resumes.

Handshake – A college-led job board that connects employers to new grads from top colleges

B. Partner with Universities

In the USA there is an OPTION to maintain a university wise OPT resume database which is very useful for employers. Companies can tap into these connections by:

Collaborating with Career Centers – University career centers help students get matched with employers interested in zealot talent on OPT.

Visit Job Fairs – In a job fair, you get an audience of skilled OPT candidates.

University Website Posting – Most universities will permit businesses to post job opportunities on their career portal.

C. Use LinkedIn And Other Social Media Platforms

One of the best parts of OPT recruitment in the US is that LinkedIn is an excellent networking tool. Employers can use it by:

Searching and Filtering Keywords – Typing “OPT,” “F1-OPT” or “OPT candidate” narrows down appropriate profiles.

➡️ Joining Dedicated Groups – There are few LinkedIn “OPT hiring” groups, where hiring opportunities are shared.

Job Openings Posting – Employers may post job openings and participate in discussions pertinent to the industry.

D. Approach the OPT Recruitment Agencies

A data focusing on OPT resumes in the USA is commercially available to recruitment agencies that cater to OPT hiring. They simplify the recruitment process and find the right candidates by linking employers and candidates much faster.

E. Use General Job Boards

While these job portals are not specifically being designed for OPT hiring, leading ones like Indeed, Monster and CareerBuilder have OPT candidate resume posted. So by using highly specific search filters and keywords you may identify the most relevant and targeted candidate profiles.

 How to Choose the Right OPT Candidate?

Having sourced OPT candidate resumes, it’s important to shortlist them appropriately. To ensure you hire the right candidate follow these steps.

Verify Work Authorization — Ensure the candidate has valid OPT status and understand their visa timeline.

Evaluate Skills and Experience – Assess the candidate’s skills in relation to your job description.

Master the Interview – Assess technical skills, communication ability, and cultural alignment.

University Accreditation – To maintain high hiring standards, ensure that the candidate’s academic institution is authorized and accredited.

Conclusion 

OPT resume database in USA is a treasure home for International Talent Hire for any business. This enables employers to tap into a wide network of qualified OPT candidates across the USA through job portals, university networks, social media sites, and recruitment agencies. A good hiring plan means tapping into new, skilled graduates who will add to the talent pool. From recruitment processes that reflect a commitment to diversity to a team full of diverse and dynamic individuals, simply get started with these resources today.

Frequently Asked Questions 

Q1: How do I find OPT candidates' resumes for free in the USA?

You can find free OPT candidate resumes by searching on university career portals, joining LinkedIn groups dedicated to OPT hiring, and posting job openings on social media and community job boards.

Q2: Which job portals provide the best OPT resume databases?

Popular job portals include OPT Nation, MyVisaJobs, Dice, and Handshake, all of which specialize in connecting employers with OPT candidates.

Q3: Can I hire OPT candidates without sponsorship?

Yes, OPT candidates can work without sponsorship during their OPT period, but long-term employment may require visa sponsorship, such as an H-1B.

Q4: Are there any recruitment agencies that specialize in OPT hiring?

Yes, many staffing agencies focus on placing OPT candidates with employers. They have access to exclusive OPT resume databases and help streamline the hiring process.

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Best Consultancy in Hyderabad for Study and Career Abroad Opportunities

Many people now dream of studying or establishing a profession overseas in today's globalized society. Numerous well-known international consultancies that assist professionals and students in realizing their goals are based in Hyderabad, a flourishing center of talent and desire. Among them, GlobalDegree Abroad Consultancy is the top overseas consultancy in Hyderabad, providing outstanding immigration services, career counseling, and visa processing to ensure a smooth and successful international experience.

Why Pick GlobalDegree Consultancy for Abroad?

Making the correct decision when choosing an international consulting can have a significant impact. At GlobalDegree Abroad Consultancy, we take great satisfaction in our individualized approach, unparalleled knowledge, and extensive services that are tailored to each client's particular requirements.

1. Full-Service Visa Processing

It can be intimidating to navigate the intricate visa application procedure. GlobalDegree Abroad Consultancy offers end-to-end assistance for a range of visa types and has a track record of successfully approving them, including:

Student Visas: Personalized advice for students who want to study in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and other nations.

Assistance for professionals looking for work abroad is provided by work visas.

Permanent Residency (PR): Professional guidance and procedures for people who want to live overseas.

Families can remain together while seeking possibilities abroad with the aid of dependent visas.

To increase your chances of success, our staff makes sure that all paperwork is completed accurately, that submissions are made on time, and that you are well-prepared for the visa interview.

2. Professional Career Counseling

We at GlobalDegree Abroad Consultancy recognize that your professional ambitions are just as significant as your academic objectives. The purpose of our career counseling services is to:

Determine your long-term objectives, interests, and strengths.

Make recommendations for appropriate programs, colleges, or employment prospects that fit your goals.

Describe new worldwide trends and industries with great demand.

Together, you and our skilled counselors create a personalized road map for your career success.

3. Trustworthy Immigration Assistance

Getting a visa is only one aspect of moving to a new nation. Among our immigration services are:

Pre-departure briefings are in-depth meetings designed to get you ready for living in a foreign nation.

Help with accommodation, transportation, and acclimatization to your new surroundings is known as post-arrival assistance.

Support for Documentation: Advice on administrative and legal needs, including tax registration and health insurance.

You can travel overseas with ease and confidence if you work with GlobalDegree Abroad Consultancy.

Leading Nations for Education and Employment Prospects

Our area of expertise is helping customers find possibilities in some of the most desirable locations on earth:

1. America's United States (USA)

The USA, a leader in innovation and education worldwide, provides professionals and students with opportunities that are unmatched. We help with:

admission to esteemed academic institutions.

Processing of F1 visas and advice on optional practical training (OPT).

placements in prosperous sectors such as finance, healthcare, and technology

2. Canada

Canada is a popular place for immigrants and students to study because of its friendly culture and excellent standard of living. Among our offerings are:

support for work visas and study permits.

advice regarding permanent residency through Canada's Express Entry program.

assistance with work permits for postgraduate students (PGWP).

3. The UK

The UK is a popular choice because of its top-notch educational system and varied work market. We assist with:

admission to universities with the highest rankings.

Graduate route visas and Tier 4 (General) student visas.

prospects for employment in industries including business, engineering, and healthcare.

4. The nation of Australia

Both professionals and students are drawn to Australia's thriving cities and strong economy. Among our offerings are:

enrollment in prestigious universities in Australia.

applications for subclass 500 student visas.

avenues to permanent residency via skilled migration initiatives.

What Makes Us Unique?

There is more to GlobalDegree Abroad Consultancy than merely providing international consulting services. Your partners in success are us. What sets us apart as Hyderabad's top foreign consulting firm is this:

1. Skilled Group

Our staff comprises highly skilled individuals with years of expertise in career advising, immigration, and foreign education. Their knowledge guarantees that you get the best advice possible at every turn.

2. Customized Options

Every client is unique, in our opinion. Our individualized approach guarantees that solutions are tailored to your unique requirements, objectives, and tastes.

3. Open Procedures

We keep everything completely transparent, keeping you updated and involved at every turn. Numerous clientele have trusted us because of our dedication to moral behavior.

4. A track record of success

With thousands of happy customers and a high acceptance rate for visas, GlobalDegree Abroad Consultancy has made a name for itself in Hyderabad and beyond.

With GlobalDegree Abroad Consultancy, Take the Next Step.

This is where your path to a better future begins. GlobalDegree Abroad Consultancy is your reliable partner at every stage, whether your goal is to study, work, or settle elsewhere. To find out how we can assist you in realizing your goals, get in touch with us right now.

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The Best Mini MBA Programs You Can Enroll In Right Now

A Mini MBA is a short, often inexpensive option for business students and professionals who are unsure about committing fully to an MBA program.These accelerated programs often help individuals gain additional skills and knowledge that helps them to expand their chances in the dynamic business world after graduation. But this frequently reduces what students may learn throughout a full graduate program.   

PG in Risk Management - the Alternative

On the other hand, a Post Graduate Diploma in Risk Management (PGDRM) from Global Risk Management Institution (GRMI) is just like a Mini MBA that can be done after graduation in any discipline or any masters course but is better than a mini MBA due to the following reasons :

This course caters to students from all educational backgrounds and is generally considered an alternate MBA because it's more industry-oriented and focuses on practical lessons rather than theoretical.

Latest-industry driven curriculum - With live sessions by industry experts , GRMI offers an integrated approach to learning with incorporating the needs of today’s markets giving their students a competitive edge over any other student.

The PG in risk management covers diverse topics like IT risk management, Cyber Security risk management, Financial risk management , corporate governance , ESG (Environment, Social and Governance) other significant aspects of the domain.

PGDM courses are often given more preference over MBA by various employers within India and abroad, due to the practical insight PGDM courses offer. The classrooms are rigorous and lessons from top industry leaders and management internships are a common feature that prepares students for the business environment beforehand.

Institutes with PGDM like GRMI, being self-driven, work harder than universities offering MBA degrees, to place their students across various companies.

There are greater job opportunities for PGDM students due to additional and updated skills. The institute boasts of a 97% placement track record and you want to know the best of all? 85% of the alumni network of GRMI is working with the Big4 firms.

GRMI grads earn an amazing median package of INR 9.25 LPA.

PGDM colleges like GRMI have a cutting-edge syllabus that is updated with time but the universities are not allowed to change the syllabus more often. The world is more transformative than ever today, so the syllabus books and textbooks need to change often.

Interested students may contact the institute at 09910939240.

Conclusion

GRMI provides a student not only with one of the best courses to do after an MBA but also tons of options within the sphere of risk management. It also provides education in an integrated manner, helping you dive deep into all the layers the industry has to offer. The Post Graduate Diploma in Management by GRMI is now integrated with the OTHM International Diploma in Risk Management (Level 7) which will now allow the GRMI students to receive an OTHM-OFQUAL regulated International Diploma in Risk Management which is fully recognized by all UK universities.

Nationwide students are availing the benefit of this opportunity. What are you waiting for? Contact them at 09910939240 and get started on your journey!

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Why You Should Consider These Courses After Your MBA for a Competitive Edge 

In the rapidly changing business world earning an MBA degree is in effective step as it allows students to acquire management skills, leadership skills and strategic thinking. However, in today’s competitive world, employers also look for specialization and adaptability. Hence, people search for courses to do after MBA which can enhance their skill and add further qualifications to their portfolio. This gives them the edge to stand out in the ever-evolving job market. The Global Risk Management Institute Gurgaon is India’s top institution for risk management education and offers a specialized risk management program design to fill this gap. It focuses on preparing professionals to deal with real world challenges. Hence, the PG in risk management is an ideal choice after MBA for a competitive edge. 

Why GRMI and its PGDRM course? 

The Risk Management course from GRMI bridges the skill gap. While MBA provides a solid foundation, many organizations require specialized expertise to solve risk problems. For this, it's essential that students pursue PG in risk management offered by GRMI after completing their MBA program. 

Nowadays, risk management has become a priority for organizations around the world. With the increasing complexity of the business environment, businesses need risk professionals who are highly skilled and specialized. The GRMI course is designed to meet these demands. GRMI’s post graduate program in risk management is a transformative program that prepares students to meet these challenges. 

This alternate MBA does not require entrance exam scores; instead, the admission process involves two sets of interviews so as to assess the student’s profile thoroughly! 

It is a comprehensive program covering all aspects of risk including financial risk, enterprise risk, operational risk, compliance, third-party risk, CSR, ESG, cybersecurity risk and other verticals. 

Insights and mentoring from industry leaders provide practical knowledge through case studies, expert sessions, group assignments, and real-world challenges. 

It is recognized for the alignment of its programs with industrial requirements and international standards. 

High rate of job placement in leading companies is an attractive feature of this course: the institute boasts of a placement track record of 97%! 

This course is a short duration course which is also an attractive feature: 10 months of classroom-education followed by 2 months of internship in the topmost firms, making it the perfect mini MBA. 

Provides opportunities for networking as professional courses like those offered by GRMI give access to a network of peers, professors and industrial experts. This exposure not only provides learning but also opens doors to various career opportunities. 

Students pursuing PGDRM post MBA have an advantage over all other individuals in the job market. GRMI graduates often report higher starting salary and faster career progression with their improved skills. 

Additionally, GRMI grads earn a median CTC of INR 9.25 LPA! 

GRMI can be contacted on 09910939240 for further information. 

Conclusion 

In a world where adaptability and specialization are essential for success, courses to do after MBA can set a student apart from the crowd. GRMI focuses on practical, industry-based training, thus paying attention to not only theoretical knowledge but also to upgrading skills. By investing in the PGDRM program, students not only secure their future but also ensure employability in leading companies. Students who are interested may contact the institute on 09910939240 to enquire into their flagship prgram. 

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hi aska! ⭐️ i’m on my gap year working while also aiming to get a gr 12 calc credit via TVO ILC. since i’m doing an online course right now, i’m wondering if completing a program from uoft’s school of continuing studies is a good idea. i also saw that SCS bootcamp stuff too. i got accepted to uoftsg for humanities/social sciences, and the plan was to get the business fundamentals certificate too. i’m still looking into the continuing studies programs, and the finance/marketing programs have me curious. then again, i’m unsure if it’s worth pursuing since i fear it might not be as valid on my resume compared to having a BBA. plus, juggling online courses w/ IRL courses, events, etc.

at the time i applied for undergrad, i didn’t try to get into rotman or schulich since i didn’t have the required math courses at the time of applying (or the required interest in business school lol).

i like what i’m about to pursue for undergrad but i keep thinking about getting some business stuff under my belt to increase chances of employability, and i’m becoming more interested in business and marketing. this has me wondering if i should try getting business qualifications via online programs or go to business school post-grad. what do you think? i’m thinking doing a business certificate in undergrad and then business school post-grad. thank you so much for everything you do :)

hi there,

your question has been answered.

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Top Strategies for College Grads to Ace the Job Search

Graduation is just around the corner, and those four years flew by faster than expected. Unless you're on a five-year plan, you'll soon be entering the job market. Don’t have a job lined up yet? Time is running out! If you've been following the advice of your professors, career counselors, and yes, even your parents, you should already be deep into your job search preparation. Now is the time to ramp up your efforts and start actively applying for positions. Proper planning and preparation are key to securing that first post-college job. If you participated in Internship Programs during your college career you already have some great experience and may even have a job (or some leads). But even if you've done everything you should have,  you may not yet have a job lined up. College Grad Job Search - Start Early – Begin your job search well before graduation. Many companies recruit months in advance, so being proactive will help you stay ahead of the competition and secure opportunities before your peers. - Tailor Your Resume – Customize your resume for each job application. Highlight the skills and experiences most relevant to the position to increase your chances of catching the hiring manager's attention. - Leverage Your Network – Networking is essential for job seekers. Reach out to professors, classmates, career counselors, and professionals in your field to open doors to potential job opportunities that aren't publicly advertised. - Prepare for Interviews – Practice common interview questions and develop thoughtful responses that highlight your strengths. Employers are looking for candidates who can effectively communicate their value to the organization. - Use Job Search Platforms – Utilize job search engines like ZipRecruiter, LinkedIn, Indeed, and Glassdoor. These platforms allow you to filter opportunities based on your skills and interests, making your job hunt more efficient. - Clean Up Your Social Media – Employers often review candidates' online presence. Make sure your social media profiles reflect professionalism, and remove any content that may raise red flags during the hiring process. - Be Persistent and Patient – The job search process can be long and challenging. Don’t get discouraged by rejections or delays. Stay focused, apply to multiple positions, and keep refining your approach. - Follow Up After Interviews – Sending a thank-you email after an interview is a professional way to reinforce your interest in the position. It also helps you stand out and keeps you fresh in the employer’s mind. Preparing for the job hunt: The first part of any endeavor is preparation - knowing what you need, knowing what to do, and knowing where to start. - Executing Your Job Search Plan - Having a plan is key to finding your dream job.  Lists of recruiters, companies, job search boards, and your network all play a part in your job search.  Read this article to get help making your lists. - Getting a Job after College - Okay, so you know what you need to do to graduate (hopefully), but this book gives you a checklist of things you need to do to prepare for your job search - references, recommendation letters, resumes, cover letters - the usual suspects. This article is a great place to start to ensure you have a list of what you need. There are additional links on the left-hand side of the page with relevant information on this topic. - What Every Student Should Know to Prepare for Graduation - Everything you (and your parents) need to know about preparing for life after college.  This book has some great information and advice.  The transition to post-college life can be so difficult for many recent graduates - this book offers a practical step-by-step plan every young professional can follow. From the end of high school through college graduation, it lays out exactly what students need to do to acquire the skills companies want. Full of tips, advice, and insight, this wise, practical guide will help every student, no matter their major or degree, find real employment—and give their parents some peace of mind. The Tools You Will Need: Every trade and profession has tools. In this case, I am talking about the tools of your job search. - Employability Matters: 5 Things to Avoid When Creating Your Resume - The first and most important thing you will need is a resume. Take your time with this as your ability to "get your foot in the door" is heavily dependent on the content and "look and feel" of your resume. There are so many choices these days. This resource, from Careeralley.com, provides a list to help you get started (or to improve on what you already have). - How to organize job references together for your job search - This guide helps you create a reference list, select the right references, nurture those reference relationships, and ask the question the right way. The guide also provides a few tips on what to do after you’ve had people agree to act as a reference. - References: The Keys to Choosing and Using the Best Job References in Your Job Search - You will need references in your job search and the best time to get them is before you graduate college. Letters from professors or Internship employers carry a lot of weight. This article will help you make the best choices when choosing who you will ask for references. Just having reference letters is not enough, you need to have the right letters. In addition to the great information offered in this article, there is a list of questions that employers might ask your references. - Guide to Researching Companies, Industries, and Countries - Okay, you have your tools, where do you start? This article, also from Quintcareers.com, provides some great background and an amazing list of links to resources for your job research. You do want to balance the amount of time you spend on research with actually looking for a job (you could spend months just making your list), but this article should be your list of where to look and how to look for companies that interest you. Additional Resources Read the full article