The Professional Development team of the UPO serves the undergraduate population through professional development and student experiences. The team’s mission is rooted in two values: (1) empowering growth and (2) cultivating excellence. We are dedicated to:
Supporting students’ career exploration and professional development through STP programming which equips students with the career skills they need to acquire internships and full-time jobs.
Fostering a vibrant, supportive, professional community through student engagement programs.
The Student to Professional Co-Curriculum educates undergraduate business students about fundamental professional skills. By participating in this co-curriculum, students develop a broad understanding of career skills, which assists them with transitioning from being a student to a young professional.
The co-curriculum has given me the support and tools that I need to be successful in my professional career.
-Jordan Bell '25
Tier 1 Professional Foundations (1st semester of 1st year): Students build a foundation for their essential career skills and knowledge through required coursework in their first semester (i.e. BUS 001, BUS 003). IBE students take IBE 010 to earn the Tier 1 badge.
Tier 2 Professional Planning (2nd semester of 1st year): Students engage in a community building, cohort-based, co-curricular program in the spring semester of their first year by registering for BZX 002 (Tier 2). This tier strengthens students' knowledge and planning in key professional areas. IBE Students take IBE 050 to earn the Tier 2 badge.
Tier 3 Professional Preparation (2nd year): Enhances students' preparation as they actively apply for experiential learning opportunities, including internships, that align with required coursework (i.e. BUS 203).
Tier 4 Professional Expertise (3rd year): Allows students to participate in specialized activities/programs organized by major, industry or skill.