Center for Student Professional Development

Consumers are seeking the fastest and most cost effective ways to shop. During the 2021 Target Case Competition, students pitched their case studies which focused on expanding how customers shop Target products. This year’s competition was Making Room for Flexible Fulfillment, and the contestants were asked to find strategies to fulfill customer needs and emphasize […]

For college students, the pandemic put the brakes on a critical part of their lives. For many, the final years of college are an opportunity to learn what they like and dislike about the “real world” through internships. It’s a time to adjust to workplace environments, hone their professional skills and get ready for the […]

The U.S. labor market is inching back from the shock of COVID-19, but that does not make job hunting any less daunting. To help mitigate job search challenges of graduating seniors, the Center for Student Professional Development (CSPD) at the Fox School of Business created the Job Search Jump Start cohort. “We held the program […]

“So you have great experience—why did you leave your past job? Since that time, what projects have you completed?”  Many job seekers worry about being asked to explain employment gaps, and this anxiety is completely understandable. Whether this time is a result of being laid off or a decision to exit a toxic work setting, […]

Your college transcript is more than a piece of paper. It’s a credential that shows an employer you’ve earned valuable skills, technical knowledge, and project experience in a team setting. The length of time you have devoted to learning is a testament to your perseverance. But what about niche skills you didn’t acquire in the […]

In this section, the editorial team interviews Fox employees about the extensive knowledge and support they offer students and alumni. Here, our faculty and staff share how their career at the Fox School has had a lasting impact on faculty and student lives, transcending the academic setting.  As an “adopted Philadelphian,” Janis Moore Campbell, senior […]

COVID-19 has turned many industries on their heads, including the world of recruitment. Since the pandemic began, the Fox School’s industry partners have worked tirelessly to create solutions to ensure they are staying engaged with students. The Center for Student Professional Development (CSPD) is thankful for the partnerships and the support they continue to provide […]

We are in the final months of 2020, but as we consider our resolutions for 2021, it is also precious time to reflect, plan, and act! Instead of another set of job search resolutions, this year, why not be your own Santa and offer yourself the gift of reaching your career goal? Believe it or not, January […]

Held earlier this fall, the Center for Student Professional Development’s (CSPD) 12Twenty Challenge combined two fantastic ideas: provide future, current and outgoing Fox School of Business specialized master’s students with invaluable financial and salary information to get them the best post-graduation job offers while also giving three MS students the chance to randomly win one […]

You’ve scoured the company website, memorized the firm’s mission and vision, reviewed the annual 10k report and read the company press releases. Now, what? You can Google, Google, Google galore. But without some sort of organizing protocol, the mere thought of memorizing dozens of dizzying company factoids can overwhelm the best of us. These three […]

Interviewing and hiring has gone digital. Virtual interviewing platforms such as HireVue have become an integral part of the process, leaving students challenged with this interviewing environment. The Center for Student Professional Development (CSPD) at the Fox School of Business invited Stephanie Cabalatungan, early talent acquisition partner at Prudential, to host a Hire Vue Secrets […]

A few years ago, I got to know a recent graduate who was exploring career options. I introduced her to a talented, experienced colleague of mine and suggested she request an informational interview. She emailed a very brief description of her career goals and asked for ten minutes of his time, and he said he’d […]

“Your brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room.”  This popular quote from Jeff Bezos, founder, CEO, and president of Amazon, accurately describes the importance of having a strong personal brand. The Center for Student Professional Development (CSPD) at the Fox School of Business recently hosted a webinar titled “Creating […]

Are you ready to take the next step in your career but not sure which companies would be a good fit for you? It’s time to do your research. But what is the most effective way to learn about a company? You might look at the company website, check out their social media feeds, or look for […]

The job market is uncertain, but members of the Fox Community do not have to navigate the future alone. The Center for Student Professional Development (CSPD) expanded its services in early 2019 to support the Fox School’s expansive alumni network. Pamela Lyman, director of Alumni Career & Professional Development at CSPD, develops, manages and implements […]