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November is National Career Development Month! Join fellow Aggie alumni in celebrating through a month-long series of career-focused events and activities. Complete as many career challenges as you can for a chance to win a $25 Aggie prize pack. Just take note of activities you completed throughout the month, then submit our form by November 30, 2022! View the sweepstakes rules here.
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Submit your entry on or before November 30!
Click here for a downloadable PDF version of the calendar below.
Tuesday, November 1
Set SMART goals
Kick off National Career Development month by establishing concrete career development goals for yourself!
Wednesday, November 2
Career Coach Directory
A professional career coach can help you create a personalized plan designed to meet your goals.
Visit the UC Davis Alumni and Affiliate Relations Career Coach Directory and consider connecting with a career coach today!
Thursday, November 3
Planning and Sustainability Programs Information Session
Learn more about UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education’s Planning and Sustainability program – the largest of its kind in the western United States, and meeting the continuing education needs of planners, attorneys, resource managers, government officials, developers and others involved in the planning process and the management of environmental resources. CPE offers courses and programs in the following areas: Land Use Planning, Natural Resources, Public Finance, Public Policy, Water Resources, Geographic Information Systems, Sustainability and Conflict Resolution.
Join the info session from 12:00-1:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) to meet instructors and staff, get your questions answered and learn about how CPE programs can help you advance your career.
Friday, November 4
Polish Your Resume
Even if you aren’t in the job search, keeping your resume updated is a best practice. Not convinced? Read up on 6 good reasons to keep your resume up to date.
Get started refining your resume by referring to related resources below:
- Resume Guide
- Crafting a Flawless Resume webinar
- “Best skills to list of your resume (and some to exclude)” article
- Create a resume with Resume Builder
Monday, November 7
Upskill, reskill or pivot in your career
UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education offers professional development training opportunities to span the length of your career. Get a sneak peek at their online programs by sampling a lesson...for free! Once ready to enroll, Cal Aggie Alumni Association members are eligible for a 10% discount, up to $100, on the course fee. Some exclusions apply.
Learn More About Member Benefit
Tuesday, November 8
Read up on how skills pay the bills
In recent years, companies have placed greater value on job-specific skills in job postings rather than just degree completion. And this trend has only been accelerated by the pandemic. This approach opens the door to a broader, more diverse pool of candidates and gives learners more educational opportunities to advance their careers.
Wednesday, November 9
Python Programming Information Session
Learn more about UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education’s Python Program, and one of the most popular and widely used programming languages. In this online information session at 11:00 a.m. (Pacific Time), you’ll hear about program requirements, career options and emerging trends in the field. Meet staff and program advisors who can answer your questions, and learn more about how training from UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education can advance your career.
Thursday, November 10
Communication Techniques Webinar
Tune in at 12:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) for today’s career webinar on how to develop strategies to create a productive and positive workplace.
Friday, November 11
Career Video Library
Check out the UC Davis Alumni and Affiliate Relations Career Video Library for recorded versions of virtual career panels and webinars you may have missed!
Monday, November 14
Career Panel for Seasoned Professionals
Join the UC Alumni Career Network for today’s panel: Being a Seasoned Professional in a New Workplace.
Tuesday, November 15
Professional Coaching for Life and Work Program Information Session
Learn more about UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education’s Coaching for Life and Work Certificate Program and see why professional coaching has been referred to as a top-10 career. In this online information session from 12:30-1:30 p.m. (Pacific Time), you’ll meet program staff and alumni; review program curriculum, content and focus; learn about International Coaching Federation (ICF) certification requirements; and find out about career opportunities in this exciting profession. This program will prepare you for a career in this emerging industry by introducing you to the core coaching competencies and skills required to effectively coach others.
Wednesday, November 16
LinkedIn Masterclass Course
Master LinkedIn with the only self-paced, online course built by former LinkedIn employees.
Thursday, November 17
Healthcare Analytics Program Information Session
Learn more about UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education’s Healthcare Analytics Certificate Program. Providing a strong foundation in the structure of healthcare data, the certificate program dives into hands-on coding, leaning more toward a data scientist, and exposes you to leading industry applications such as SQL, SAS and Tableau. You’ll complete the program with a comprehensive understanding of the use and implementation of healthcare analytics. During this online information session from 12:30-1:30 p.m. (Pacific Time), you will meet program staff, explore the certificate program curriculum and timeline, and get real-time answers to your questions.
Friday, November 18
Find a Mentor
One of the many ways you can develop in your career is to have a mentor to ask questions of and navigate career decisions with.
Get started developing and growing a mentoring relationship, with a focus on career mentorship, with this Mentor/Mentee Guide.
Monday, November 21
Free Online Career Education for Alumni
Alumni are eligible to take all UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education classes on Coursera for free:
- 14 specializations and more than 70 classes
- Learn practical, in-demand job skills
- Data Science, GIS, Leadership and more
Sign up with your @ucdavis.edu email address.
Tuesday, November 22
Build meaningful networking relationships
There are several ways to transform networking contacts into meaningful relationships. Implement one or two tips in McPherson’s article for yourself.
Wednesday, November 23
Learn from an Industry Leader
Read a book or listen to a podcast by a leader in your field of interest.
Thursday, November 24
Subscribe to the UC Alumni Career Network
Co-created with alumni across the 10 campuses, this high-impact, digital series is designed to equip and empower alumni in their professional journey.
Friday, November 25
Join the UC Davis CAAA LinkedIn Group
Join the UC Davis Cal Aggie Alumni Association LinkedIn group to stay up to date on Aggie alumni career events, job opportunities and more!
Monday, November 28
Volunteer Interest Form
Volunteering is a great way to build skills and expand your network. Complete the Alumni and Affiliate Relations Volunteer Interest Form today.
Tuesday, November 29
Plan to attend a professional conference
Register for a professional conference in your field to stay up to date on industry best practices, as well as learn and network with like-minded peers.
Wednesday, November 30
Explore Career Events & Resources
Career development doesn’t have to stop in November! UC Davis Alumni and Affiliate Relations offers alumni career events, programs and resources year-round.