Networking: beyond social media and email, a key to career success.

Networking: beyond social media and email, a key to career success.

In an increasingly complex business world, students know that building relationships is key to identifying and obtaining internships and jobs, as well as an important way to explore career options. Yet for many, networking – the most effective way to begin those relationships – remains a challenge. To help them build their skills, FIU College of […]

FIU Hispanic students nail it at 2016 Prospanica Conference & Career Expo in Houston.

FIU Hispanic students nail it at 2016 Prospanica Conference & Career Expo in Houston.

Marianella Camacho (BA ’94), working on her Professional MBA at the College of Business at Florida International University (FIU), liked everything about the 2016 Prospanica Conference & Career Expo in Houston, Texas, held September 28 – October 1, 2016. Presented by the National Society of Hispanic MBAs, the conference offered opportunities for career advancement through […]

Record numbers open doors to new opportunities for FIU Business students.

Record numbers open doors to new opportunities for FIU Business students.

The lines were long, the conference rooms filled to capacity and attendees buzzing with activity, all of it pointing to increased opportunities for both students and employers participating in the College of Business’ annual career fair. For FIU students, the career fair is a first step in their transition into the working world while top-name […]

Federal government representatives inspire a crowd of FIU students as potential employees.

The largest employer in the U.S., the federal government, met with FIU and College of Business students to showcase the employment opportunities, internships and scholarships available across its multiple agencies. Hosted by FIU’s Career Services, this 10th Annual Federal Government Statewide Conference included representatives from the USDA, FBI, CIA, State Department, Coast Guard and the […]

Business students get “kickoffs” for career search.

Because September and October are key recruiting times, Career Management Services in the College of Business at Florida International University (FIU) offered Career Kickoff, a new initiative for undergrads, graduate students and alumni. The event, featuring workshops, panel discussions and networking events, was held September 9-20, 2013. “Career Kickoff helped attendees learn important skills as […]