Career Advancement

Whether you are new to the world of work or have years of experience behind you, determining your next career move can be a challenging process. Check out our tips for taking the next step in your career, from developing your professional brand or getting a promotion to re-entering the workforce or transitioning into a new industry.

You can also find resources designed to help you network and research in your area of interest, identify and reflect on your experiences, and create a strategic plan of action to advance your career!

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Building Your Skills Outside of the Classroom

The skills you develop as you pursue your degree at Columbia will help you prepare for the work world. But for many, building industry-specific skills — like Excel, advanced accounting, or video editing — might not happen within an academic setting. These resources can help you build these skills.
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Alumni

In the Know

Alumni and students talk about Inclusion at the Being Out in the Workplace alumni panel and networking event

On October 29 th , students and alumni gathered at the Center for Career Education for the annual Being Out in the Workplace Alumni Panel and Networking Event. The theme of the discussion this year was inclusion , and our panelists shared their journey and the impact being out in the workplace has had for themselves and others.
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Workplace
LGBTQ+ Students