Alumni Career Design Program
Career Design Program
This 30-day online program helps you gain clarity, explore new career possibilities, and build a personalized plan to create a more fulfilling professional life — on your schedule, with real support.
The next 30 day program begins
May 23
What's next for your career? Let's make a plan.
Whether you’re figuring out what’s next, changing careers, or job searching, we’re here to help. Are you:
Wanting more balance, growth, or impact from your career
Feeling bored, burned out, under-appreciated, or not using your strengths at work
Wondering how your skills and experience translate to other career paths
Transitioning to a new phase of life and want to reinvent your career
/Process/
A pragmatic approach to your career pivot
1. Get Clarity
Understand your strengths, skills, and values
2. Discover options
Create a roadmap for change that works with your real life
3. Pick the best path
Build momentum and take the next steps with confidence
4. Execute
Turn your plan into massive action. Our Launch feature will have you activating your network, testing opportunities, and moving forward with focus and confidence
What You'll Experience
Assignments that fit your schedule
Spend about 5 hrs/wk learning career design principles, exploring career resources, and completing insightful exercises.
Weekly team working sessions
Fellow alumni give you new perspectives and actionable feedback. (1.5 hr/wk) Choose from: Weds at Noon CT, Weds at 7pm CT, or Thurs at 9pm CT.
Weekly calls with your assigned partner
Go deeper and have more breakthroughs with your Accountability Partner. Schedule calls at times that work for both of you.
Activate and grow your network
Crowdsource ideas, resources, and connections from your supporters, fellow alumni, and the broader Program network.
/Hear From Past Participants/
I would highly recommend this to anyone who has been putting off a pause and reflection on their career trajectory. If you want to be more intentional about creating a fulfilling career, this is your course. Worth it!
UMN Alumni Participant
/Hear From Past Participants/
This program is a great way to not only solidify what the next step in your career looks like, but it's also a great way to meet like-minded professionals and learn from others while also receiving valuable feedback.
UMN Alumni Participant
/Hear From Past Participants/
The Program provided a nice framework in which to assess my career and how I would like to shape it into the future. It helped me to externalize my thoughts with others and develop a plan to carry me forward with confidence.
UMN Alumni Participant
The Launch Phase
After completing the 30-day Program, participants receive access to the Launch Phase — a self-paced curriculum to help you execute your next steps confidently.
Resume and cover letter strategy
Craft compelling narratives that highlight your unique value and stand out to hiring managers.
LinkedIn positioning
Optimize your profile to attract opportunities and build credibility in your target field.
Interview preparation
Master storytelling techniques and frameworks to confidently answer any interview question.
Networking and outreach
Learn authentic approaches to build meaningful connections that open doors to new opportunities.
Negotiation
Develop skills to advocate for yourself and secure compensation that reflects your worth.
Building a job search or transition plan
Create a structured, actionable roadmap to execute your career move with clarity and confidence.
/Limited Spots Available/
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Program Starts
May 23
Money Back Guarantee
We’re confident you’ll love it. There’s really no risk in joining!
Questions about the program? Write to us at info@missioncollaborative.com Other questions? Please contact Neal Bhakta, Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement, at bhakt058@umn.edu
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Take our quick quiz to find out if the Alumni Career Design Program is a good fit.
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