The Professional Development Academy is a program designed to help you develop knowledge and skills for career readiness and success. The Academy will offer you the opportunity to explore critical professional competencies identified by employers. The academies currently open for application are:

STEM Edition
Date: Wednesdays, September 2 - November 4 Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Location: Toppel Career Center

Humanities & Social Sciences Edition
Date: Tuesday, September 8 - October 6
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Toppel Career Center

Eligibility:
PDAcademy is open to all undergraduate students who are interested in dominating the job market! You must be able to attend all sessions to be selected as part of the academy class. As a participant, you will receive the following:

• 1-credit transcript notation
• Certificate of completion
• Networking opportunities with employers who recruit ‘Canes
• Opportunities for personalized industry connections

Attention globally-focused students! If you’re looking to build upon your education before getting to work on international policy and administration, check out the virtual open houses being hosted this week by two of UM’s Master’s programs that prepare you to work with international issues.

Master of Arts in International Administration Virtual Open House
April 29, 2020 @ 12:00pm
This 30-credit program can be completed in one year. It offers evening and online classes, and no GRE is required for admission. This program features concentrations in Security Management, Risk Communication, Geospatial Technology, and Health Equity & Human Rights. Join the Zoom session to learn about a degree program that's all about making a difference. Registration is required to attend this event. Visit their website to learn more!

Master of Arts in Global Health & Society Virtual Open House
April 30, 2020 @ 12:00pm
This 36-credit program is taught by world-renowned faculty. It features concentrations in Policy, Governance, and Advocacy, as well as Community-Based Participatory Research. Admission for this program is rolling, and the GRE is not required. Join our Zoom session to learn about the most important graduate degree of 2020. Registration is required to attend this event. Visit their website to learn more!

Jose Gonzalez Office Manager

I received my Bachelor’s Degree from University of Miami in the spring of 2018, and I am currently working towards an M.A. in Management Studies here at the University. I joined the Toppel Career Center as part of the Operations & Strategic Initiatives Team in 2018. If I could offer some words of wisdom for the future they would be to not be afraid to take risks; sometimes you’ll find yourself ahead and sometimes you’ll find yourself behind but in the end, the race is only with yourself so always finish what you start.

Outside of the University, I enjoy assisting whenever possible at a non-profit organization known as Operation Enduring Warrior, whose mission is to honor, empower, and motivate our wounded military and law enforcement. It is an absolute honor and a humbling experience to work with these veterans who have sacrificed and done so much for this great nation. My other hobbies include martial arts and playing soccer, also you can always catch me on Saturdays supporting our Canes during football season.