COB Connections: 12.12.2023

Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Break-Time Skill Expansion with LinkedIn Learning

NACE Career Readiness Competencies

Throughout the past few months, our focus has centered on key NACE Career Readiness Competencies: Career and Self Development, Communication, Leadership, and Critical Thinking. These skills are fundamental, and we will continue this journey into the next semester, where we will provide valuable insight into the remaining four competencies.

Should you be interested in utilizing your break to expand your skill set, we have some fantastic course recommendations listed below that are available through LinkedIn Learning which all students can access during their time at JMU.

Improving your Focus

Five Ways to Take Control of Your Time

Business Writing Principles

Boost Productivity with AI Tools

Communicating with Confidence

Deadline Dash

COB Research Experience for Undergraduates

December 31 | 11:59PM | Deadline

Calling all students who are motivated and interested in learning about the research process and networking with our faculty. To learn more, CLICK HERE.

Why Accounting

January 22 | 3:30-3:30PM | Hartman Hall, Forum

Calling all first and second-year students who are pursuing accounting or those interested in accounting. This unique opportunity offered by the Accounting Department offers access to recent JMU accounting alumni, current accounting master's students, representatives from prominent national accounting firms, as well as various regional and local firms and industry-leading companies. You will not want to miss this event!

COB Student Org Night

January 22 | 5:00-6:30PM | Hartman Hall, Atrium & Mezzanine

Come explore over 30 dynamic organizations housed within the College of Business. Whether you are looking for opportunities to grow professionally, network, or unleash your leadership potential, there is an organization for everyone. For a list of CoB organizations, CLICK HERE and for HART School organizations, CLICK HERE.

Mindful Messenger

College of Business Exam Snacks

To help ease the stress of exam week, the College of Business will be offering coffee and snacks through Wednesday, December 13. We wish you all the best!

Library Spotlight

HBR Guide to Critical Thinking

JMU libraries are a great resource to help address your career-related goals. Here is one audiobook from JMU Libraries that addresses career readiness competency Critical Thinking. HBR guide to critical thinking Looking for other resources to help you meet your specific career readiness goals? Send a message to our business librarians at [email protected] to get tailored recommendations.

Endless Resources

CultureWizard through Goin' Global

CultureWizard serves as an online and mobile tool aimed at enriching your global perspective. It offers a range of resources, including videos, webinars, articles focusing on global business skills, quizzes, self-assessments, and additional features. Goin' Global, accessible to all JMU students, serves as a valuable resource aiding in preparations for international studies or work, catering to those planning to study abroad or venture into the international job market. To learn more, CLICK HERE.

Virtual Interview Rooms

M-F | 9:00-5:00PM | EY Professional Development & Undergraduate Programs Suite

The College of Business has virtual interview rooms for CoB students to reserve to ensure a quiet space for your interviews. Each room is equipped with a computer, camera, and microphone to facilitate your virtual interviews. RESERVE YOUR ROOM TODAY

JMU Career Closet

M-F | 8:00-5:00PM | Student Success Center 3rd Floor, Suite 3250

Get ready for JMU Career Fairs, interviews, and class presentations with our curated collection of professional work attire, available to all current JMU students for free. For more details, CLICK HERE.

Professional Development & Undergraduate Programs

Molly Brown, Associate Dean

Antwerp/Study Abroad, Continued Enrollment, and Scholarships

Sam Collier, Director

Professional Development/Career Coaching

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Erica Kann, Assistant Director

Professional Development/Career Coaching

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