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Friday, September 4, 2009
Career Center - by Get Degrees Staff
Interviews,especially job interviews are dreaded by almost everyone at some stage in life. Some dread it less and some get hyper-nervous. But it is no cakewalk for anyone. Definitely not for a college student, who, after long years of studying and enjoying is preparing to face the music.
While each interview is different, there are some general things you need to keep in mind before you go for it. The following tips comprise of both…
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Career Center - by Get Degrees Staff
If you ask a college student about productivity, he won’t have much to say. And you really can’t blame him. He leads a dynamic life where academics and fun go hand in hand, with the latter becoming a more important activity most of the times.
However, with the advent of internet and web 2.0, a college student now has access to so many amazing tools that he could finish up his work as well as enjoy…
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Career Center - by Get Degrees Staff
We know where the jobs are now… but where will they be ten years from now? Twenty? Some job descriptions will always be in need, but many others are evolving to fit the ever-changing course of technology and science. When the future of employment comes, will you be ready? Read on for some ideas of what to expect:
HEALTH CARE
1.Medical Roboticist
New technology is doing amazing things for medical patients these days, especially in the world of…
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Career Center - by Get Degrees Staff
There are literally thousands of ways to make money online. They range from affiliate marketing, blogging, domain parking, web designing and many more. But most of them, like any other real world business require time and patience to bring in a decent amount of cash every month. Contrary to the general belief, there is no get-rich-quick scheme online.
Having said that, there are various ways which help you get started quickly and make a few bucks.…
Monday, August 10, 2009
Career Center - by Get Degrees Staff
Over the coming weeks millions of students will be heading off to college, some for the very first time, while most will be repeating a trek familiar to them. Yet even seasoned college students know that moving to a dorm or off campus housing requires that they plan carefully in order to ensure a smooth move.
1.Secure Transportation
The more stuff you have to cart off to school, the more likely you’ll need someone to help…
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Career Center - by Get Degrees Staff
College graduates with degrees in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies or who have taken at least a core group of classes emphasizing sustainability, conservation biology, wetland ecology, natural history, energy or similar programs are finding that their educational training is in high demand. An emerging “green industry” is taking shape, one that works hand and hand with current businesses while taking a futuristic approach to solving today’s environmental challenges in bold new ways.
Because of the critical…
Friday, June 19, 2009
Career Center - by Get Degrees Staff
Dr. Karyl Leggio, Dean of Sellinger School of Business and Management at Loyola College in Maryland joins us today to discuss MBA education.
Tell us about the programs offered at the Sellinger School of Business and Management?
At the undergraduate level, Loyola’s Sellinger School of Business and Management offers bachelor’s degrees in accounting and business administration. Business administration majors can concentrate in Finance, Business Economics; Marketing; International Business; Management; and Management Information Systems. At the graduate…
Monday, June 15, 2009
Career Center - by Get Degrees Staff
Temp To Perm: A Winning Career Solution!
Experts are calling the current job market the worst we’ve seen in a generation. I call it a huge opportunity.
Not everyone who is looking for work will see it that way and you may not either, but if you rethink some of your long held beliefs regarding employment, then a door to new opportunities could swing wide open to you in the form of a temporary position.
Temporary employment…
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Career Center - by Get Degrees Staff
Online education is not just a concept of the future, but it is presently taking the education world by storm. Why do so many students attend class online? There are many reasons to go to earn your degree online and I have come up with a Top 10 Benefits of Online Colleges & Degrees.
1. Convenience
The top reason online learning has become so popular is the convenience of attending class on your schedule. Many people do…
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Career Center - by Get Degrees Staff
Are you ready to take your career in social work to the next level? Graduate social work degrees prepare students with cognitive skills and theoretical background they need to become leaders in their field. Whether your specialty is research or hands-on social welfare work, a PhD in social work will sharpen your skills and open doors to new worlds of opportunity.
What You Can Expect
Your bachelor’s degree probably prepared you for hands-on work in the field,…
Career Center - by Get Degrees Staff
Criminal Justice: What’s It All About?
From law enforcement to legal matters, criminal justice has always been among the most respected and in-demand career fields in the country. In the wake of events like 9/11, fields like security and law enforcement in the United States have expanded greatly; at the same time, they also require staffing of an ever higher caliber.
A criminal justice degree is proof to potential employers that you are that higher caliber, equipping you…
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Career Center - by Get Degrees Staff
Lisa Stolzenberg, Professor and Chair at Florida International University, Department of Criminal Justice joins us today to discuss distance education.
Tell us about the distance learning programs offered at Florida International University
The Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Criminal Justice at FIU are designed for students interested in pursuing careers in the criminal justice system. It is also geared for students who intend to further their education by enrolling in law and doctoral degree programs.…
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