Career Development Month
UMB’s Career Development Month Planning Committee, representing career development professionals from each of UMB’s professional schools and central administration, is gearing up for Career Development Month scheduled for March 2025. This month-long series will consist of virtual development events as well as resume/CV reviews and Mock Interviews. The event is open to all UMB students, staff, faculty, and post-docs. Below is a list of events and the links to register.
Strategies of Effective Interviewing
Tuesday, March 4
Noon – 1 PM
Practice makes perfect! The key to successful interviewing is preparation. This session will cover Preparing for an Interview; Types of Questions to Expect; Types of Questions to Ask; How to answer the “Tell me about yourself” Question; How to Handle Difficult Questions During an Interview; How and When to Discuss Salary Expectations; How to Discuss Gaps in Employment; How to Use AI to Prepare for an Interview; Tips on Virtual Interviews.
Register for Strategies of Effective Interviewing
Crafting the Perfect Resume & CV – Understanding the Key Differences
Thursday, March 6
2 – 3 PM
Join us for an informative webinar on how to create a compelling resume or CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements. This session will cover the fundamental differences between a resume and a CV, when to use each, and best practices for formatting and content. This webinar will provide valuable insights to help you stand out in the job market. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your career prospects with a well-structured and impactful document!
Register for Crafting the Perfect Resume & CV – Understanding the Key Differences
Financial Vision for Your Future
Tuesday, March 11
Noon – 1 PM
Chris Sarlo, founder of Life Science Wealth, will discuss how to set yourself up for financial success early in your career. Discussion topics will include what to look for and how to evaluate job offers beyond the salary being offered.
Register Here for Financial Vision for Your Future
Using AI to Develop Your Resume and Cover Letter
Tuesday, March 25
Noon – 1 PM
Join us for an insightful webinar on how to leverage AI tools to craft compelling resumes and cover letters that stand out. Learn how to optimize your documents for applicant tracking systems (ATS), tailor your applications for specific job postings, and enhance your professional branding. Whether you're entering the job market or looking to refine your existing materials, this session will provide practical tips and live demonstrations to help you create polished, AI-assisted job applications with ease.
Register Here for Using AI to Develop Your Resume and Cover Letter
Salary Negotiation
Wednesday, March 26
12 Noon – 1 PM
You have been offered a job but maybe the salary is not what you hoped for. This session will cover strategies to use when negotiating your salary and other work benefits.
Register Here for Salary Negotiation
Sign-up for a Resume Review
UMB students, staff, faculty, and post-docs can sign-up for a one-on-one resume review. Please use this form to upload a copy of your resume. You will them be paired with a resume reviewer for a one-on-one meeting and review of your resume. Reviews will be held virtually. Sign Up for a Resume/CV Review During UMB's Career Development Month!
Sign-up for a Mock Interview
UMB students, staff, faculty, and post-docs can sign-up for a Mock Interview. You will then be paired with an interviewer for a one-on-one meeting. Reviews will be held virtually. You must upload a copy of a job description. You can copy and paste a description from LinkedIn, Indeed or a company website. Sign Up for a Mock Interview During UMB's Career Development Month!
