Open to all Melville School of Business students.

Live Career & Advising Webinars


 

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Register to receive the link to the virtual webinar room. Please double check that your email is entered correctly.  

These are LIVE sessions. A laptop, tablet, or desktop are preferred to a smart phone and you will be required to use your video. All webinar times are in Pacific Standard Time (PST). You will receive an email with the webinar link the day before the webinar, but you should receive a confirmation email within 2 minutes of your registration (email studentcoach@kpu.ca if you do not receive it).

 
Advising Webinars: open to all undergraduate business students, intended or declared
 
Career Webinars: open to all undergraduate, post-bacc. and graduate business students
 
 

 
Internship Interview Preparation
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
online
3:00 PM - 4:30 PMRegister
   
Job Search
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
online
10:00 AM - 11:30 AMRegister
   
Résumé 101
Thursday, November 7, 2024
online
1:30 PM - 3:00 PMRegister
   
Professional Communication for Students
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
online
2:00 PM - 3:30 PMRegister
   
Cover Letter
Thursday, November 14, 2024
online
11:00 AM - 12:30 PMRegister
   
Get Ready to Ace Your Interview
Monday, November 18, 2024
online
2:00 PM - 3:30 PMRegister
   
LinkedIn: How to Build an Effective Profile
Friday, November 22, 2024
online
12:00 PM - 1:30 PMRegister
   
How to Network Your Way In
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
online
1:30 PM - 3:00 PMRegister
   
Job Search
Thursday, November 28, 2024
online
10:00 AM - 11:30 AMRegister
   
Résumé 101
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
online
1:30 PM - 3:00 PMRegister
   
Cover Letter
Friday, December 6, 2024
online
11:00 AM - 12:30 PMRegister
   

Please note you can email us your employment & career development related questions. Brush up on your interview skills; request a mock interview. 

PAST WEBINARS

Internship Interview Preparation
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
online
10:00 AM - 11:30 AMRegister
   
Kickstart your Career
Thursday, September 05, 2024
online
01:00 PM - 2:30 PMRegister
   
Student Info Session: How to Get an Internship - Option 1
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
online
12:00 PM - 1:00 PMRegister
   
Internship Specific Résumé Writing
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
online
2:00 PM - 3:30 PMRegister
   
LinkedIn: How to Build an Effective Profile
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
online
9:30 AM - 11:00 AMRegister
   
Meet your Degree Advisor: Ask me Anything!
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
online
3:00 PM - 3:45 PMRegister
   
Internship Specific Résumé Writing
Monday, September 16, 2024
online
3:00 PM - 4:30 PMRegister
   
Navigating Your Program
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
online
12:00 PM - 12:45 PMRegister
   
How to Network Your Way In
Thursday, September 19, 2024
online
12:00 PM - 1:30 PMRegister
   
Beyond the Classroom: Your Guide to Experiential Learning at Melville
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
online
3:00 PM - 3:45 PMRegister
   
Student Info Session: How to Get an Internship - Option 2
Thursday, September 26, 2024
online
12:00 PM - 1:00 PMRegister
   
Internship Specific Résumé Writing
Thursday, September 26, 2024
online
3:00 PM - 4:30 PMRegister
   
Professional Communication for Students
Thursday, October 3, 2024
online
2:00 PM - 3:30 PMRegister
   
Moving from Diploma to Degree 
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
online
12:00 PM - 12:45 PMRegister
   
Internship Interview Preparation
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
online
1:00 PM - 2:30 PMRegister
   
Degree Basics: A Guide to Electives and Maximizing MAP
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
online
3:00 PM - 3:45 PMRegister
   
LinkedIn: How to Build an Effective Profile
Friday, October 18, 2024
online
10:00 AM - 11:30 AMRegister
   
Personal Branding
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
online
2:00 PM - 3:30 PMRegister
   
What Comes After Graduation
Thursday, October 24, 2024
online
12:00 PM - 12:45 PMRegister
   

OFFERED WEBINARS

Cover Letter

Developing a résumé for your MBSI internship application requires an understanding of your both immediate goals as well as what you are planning to do long term. How do you highlight your strengths? Or your technical skills? This webinar will support you to choose the right information and will walk you over the Resume Rubric we are using when vetting internship applicants. Attend this webinar to win extra points and learn how to position your résumé at the top of the employer's list of preferences.

First Year Festival - Your First Step Into Success

Discover the wealth of resources offered at KPU and explore how Student Success Coaches can support you in defining your career aspirations. Additionally, gain insight into the various programs designed to ensure your academic and career success.

Get Ready to Ace Your Interview

Interviews are tough but being prepared will give you a great advantage over other candidates. This webinar will focus on how to answer interview questions. Bring your own list of questions and join us for an animated and informative session.

How to Network Your Way In

Going to a big networking event? Get ready to communicate effectively with all employers you interact with. Be ready to say something that will make you stand out and be remembered! Learn how to use your personal branding message as part of your introduction. It is essential, no matter what business-related situation you're in, to have a uniquely crafted answer to that “tell me about yourself” question! Register for this live workshop and practice your way in.

HR Specific - Planning for Career Success - Get Off on the Right Foot

Attention all HR students! Join us as KPU Student Success Coach Michaela Fengstad walks participants through pointers for specific HR Resume crafting, tips for job interviews, and how students can take advantage of the multitude of resources that Student Success Coaches can offer them. This webinar is sponsored by the Kwantlen Human Resources Association (KHRA) and the KPU Melville School of Business Student Success Team.

Intercultural Communication - Basics for Business Interviews

Show your interviewer that you are culturally competent and your knowledge goes beyond industry specific data. Learn how to carry a conversation in any cultural environment and how to build trusting relationships with your interviewer. Attend this webinar if you want to learn how to distinguish between various cultural dimensions, integrate your story in the local culture, and present your unique cultural background in a way that makes you memorable.

Internship Interview Preparation

Have you applied for an internship or you're just considering that? This is the time to get ready for your interview. This preparation webinar will cover basic interview questions, what to expect, and how to present yourself to an employer to ensure you get the position you've applied for. Join us online and be ready to share your video with the group and take notes!

Internship Specific Résumé Writing

Developing a résumé for your MBSI internship application requires an understanding of your both immediate goals as well as what you are planning to do long term. How do you highlight your strengths? Or your technical skills? This webinar will support you to choose the right information and will walk you over the Resume Rubric we are using when vetting internship applicants. Attend this webinar to win extra points and learn how to position your résumé at the top of the employer's list of preferences.

Job Search

Do you know when, what, and how to get started with your job search? Are you ready to embark on your journey with confidence and clarity? Join us for a comprehensive Job Search Webinar designed to equip you with the essential tools and strategies to land your dream job. In this interactive session, you'll learn about the full job search cycle and receive a step-by-step guide to finding the right-fit job for you. Gain the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the job search process and take your career to the next level!

Kickstart your Career

Attend this webinar to learn how to plan your career path and identify ways to succeed in your professional development. Start early and find out how to empower your goals, review your short-term and long-term strategies, and set-up action items that will help you kickstart your career and be ahead of others.

LinkedIn - How to Build an Effective Profile

LinkedIn is the number one professional networking platform in North America. Join this webinar to learn how to write a summary and how to use your profile for various internship and job applications. In order to get the best out of this webinar students have to have a profile and know the basics of creating a profile. For LinkedIn basics make an appointment with a SSC.

MBSI Student Info Session

Study and work part-time with an internship through Melville. This info session is designed for students enrolled in a business degree (with 45+ credits completed) and for students enrolled in either a post-baccalaureate or graduate level diploma program. Register to learn more about how to apply and how to be successful in getting a paid internship through the MBSI Program. Hours are flexible as long as you complete 460 hours in 6 months or less. You must be located in Canada, able and available to work on a part-time basis for the entire duration of the internship.

Melville Accounting Speed Mock Interview

Fast-track your success! Enhance your interview skills at our Accounting Speed Mock Interviews for KPU Melville students. Get personalized feedback from experienced alumni, boosting your confidence for success in the competitive accounting field. Secure your spot now and expedite your path to success!

Personal Branding

Have you ever thought about how other people see you? The way we present ourselves online or in person will influence the way others perceive us and will affect how we respond to that. Join the Personal Branding webinar to learn how to create a positive and unique personal brand that speaks to who you are and promotes your skills on the job market.

Professional Communication for Students

The ability to communicate effectively with instructors, colleagues, and employers is essential no matter what business-related situation you will end up in. Good writing or speaking skills will help you succeed in class, get hired, land promotions, and achieve your career goals. Register for this live workshop to better understand Canadian basic communication skills.

Résumé 101

Creating an effective professional résumé is much more than filling in the set spaces of a template. During this webinar we will show you how to choose the right information, the right key words and deliver an engaging document that will make the employer want to interview you.

Meet your Degree Advisor. Ask me anything!

What is a Degree Advisor and how can they help? A Degree Advisor can help you make informed decisions along the pathway to your goals. Learn strategies for success, resources, and support for you at Melville School of Business!

Beyond the Classroom - your guide to experiential learning at Melville School of Business!

Join us and learn more about opportunities for Melville students outside the classroom. This webinar will cover Co-operative Education, Study Abroad, and the Melville Business Strategy Internship program.

Moving from Diploma to Degree

Are you coming up to the final semesters of your diploma and contemplating the decision on whether to continue to a 4-year degree? Then this Webinar is for you. Business Degree Advisors and Student Success Coaches will provide you with the information and benefits of completing a 4-year degree, including employment statistics, skills and knowledge that employers are wanting, and additional opportunities degrees have that diplomas don't.