CSPD

As the parent of a college senior, I see first-hand how my son has to demonstrate these key five skills during internship and job interviews. What I have seen during his academic journey is that preparing for the job market and harnessing relevant skills is an evolving process—and one that I am glad he started […]

For most graduate students, going back to school can be exciting. With the right graduate degree, this decision is a way to open new doors, explore different industries or master a specialty.  How do you set yourself up for success in this new environment? Staff from around the Fox School of Business offer their best […]

In October 2021, alumni from the Fox School’s MS in Business Analytics (MSBA) program pulled back the curtain in the fields of data science and business analytics.  Four panelists answered questions about how they take the skills learned in the MSBA program and apply them in their everyday work.  Panelists included Vasundhara Dubey, MSBA ’19 […]

With 25+ years in higher education and the parent of a college senior, I have experienced first-hand how searching for jobs and internships can be a daunting task for students. However, with a strategy and an understanding of how to build a network, the process can be easier and more rewarding. The Fox School’s Center for Student Professional Development (CSPD) […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

“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 […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the workplace. Employers and employees have learned new ways of interacting with each other, and thanks to technology and video conferencing tools like Zoom, the transition from working in an office to a home office has been smooth for many.  But it’s not just technology that made the transition for […]