Even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the way we worked and the skills we needed to succeed in our respective fields was shifting.
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Co-hosted with the Job Forum of San Francisco, this event features the opportunity to speak with our expert panelists and recruiters to ask questions related to your job search and your career
Co-hosted with the Job Forum of San Francisco, this event features the opportunity to speak with our expert panelists and recruiters to ask questions related to your job search and your career
Join us at our UC Berkeley Campus - Stanley Hall for a dive into the latest climate technologies and sustainability solutions. What are venture capitalists betting on and looking for?
If you're considering boosting your skill set or changing careers in today’s competitive job market, you’ve done the research on the types of education programs that are the most effective, within
Join us at our UC Berkeley Campus - Stanley Hall for a dive into the latest climate technologies and sustainability solutions. What are venture capitalists betting on and looking for?
If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
In this episode, we’re asking the question of "Are side hustles the new normal?" In recent surveys, nearly 50 percent of the population has a side hustle in addition to their full-time work.
Can’t decide between earning a professional certificate or a master’s degree? Both options can fulfill career and hiring requirements, broaden your intellectual horizons and even lead to salary
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In this episode, we're helping to unlock access to coaching, both for your career and your personal life.
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In this episode, we’re talking about how you can get started on a path toward social entrepreneurship.
There are dozens of reasons why professionals exit the workforce. They’re caring for small children. Or they are in the armed forces. Or they are diagnosed with a serious illness or injury. Or
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The Extension divisions of UC Berkeley and UCLA have received a $12 million gift from professor, author and entrepreneur Scott Galloway to fund the creation of a new program that gives non-
In this episode, we’re talking about additional educational opportunities beyond the traditional four-year degree to demonstrate work skills.
With CITRIS and The Banatao Institute, and BNP PariBasm, we invite you to this exciting and important in-person panel event about climate tech advance.
In this episode, we’re taking a very real look at how AI is changing the hiring landscape.
As we commemorate Juneteenth, it's essential to reflect on its significance and how it continues to inspire Black excellence, unity and the pursuit of education.
Demand for mental health benefits has grown. Newer generations of employees are expecting employers to address these needs with benefits. So let's talk about what employees are seeking from
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When you were a child, making friends at the playground, in school or during community activities was an important skill to learn and develop. By finding common ground and sharing your interests
With moderator Karolo Aparicio of San Francisco Foundation, hear from our panelists as they discuss what foundations look for in nonprofit organization and proposals, and much more!
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Are you interested in science or have a medical or science job and want to advance? Come learn about Clinical Lab Science (CLS) careers.
Work-life balance. What does it even mean? And when you do come up with a definition that works for you, how do you overcome the challenges to achieving and maintaining it? From creating a
Join this two-day conference where science, business and education converge for the progress of the economy, society and humanity.
Demand for mental health benefits has grown. Newer generations of employees are expecting employers to address these needs with benefits. So let's talk about what employees are seeking from
If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
Volunteering your time is the epitome of altruism, but a related benefit to your selfless service is that it can also give you a career boost.
Join this panel event with CITRIS and the Banatao Institute, the Fischer Center for Business Analytics and PROS.
Are you making any career or professional development resolutions? To help you envision the future, let’s explore trends and new directions for career growth. To shed light on the jobs that are in
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Nearly 1 in 4 employees currently in the workforce are actively looking for a new job, and almost 1 in 5 people are looking to change careers. If you’re in either of these groups, it’s time to
Are you making any career or professional development resolutions? To help you envision the future, let’s explore trends and new directions for career growth. To shed light on the jobs that are in
If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
Whether you're seeking new job opportunities, craving career development or eager to expand your network, this event is tailored just for you!
As we look toward 2024, we'd like to take this time to remind each of our listeners that it's important to invest in your future of work goals. So let's call this episode the Future of Work Gift
OpenAI and ChatGPT. The call back to the office. Creatively collaborating in a hybrid, remote or a combo workforce. Layoffs and potential recession.
In partnership with The Fisher Center for Business Analytics and UC Berkeley College of Computing, Data Science and Society, join us for an all-day Berkeley business analytics and AI summit.
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Personally, when I started using ChatGPT, I was like, oh, wow. This could take my job. Then I started using it. I was like, oh, not really. While it is amazing, it actually made me think of things
Pitch Global CVC-in-Residence Deborah Magid and Gerard Cunningham, co-chair ofClimate Tech & AI at McKinsey and Company, will discuss how generative AI will impact climate tech.
Climate Masterminds brings together experts and industry players who are developing new technologies and ideas in confronting our climate challenges and ushering in sustainability solutions.
If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
Climate Masterminds brings together experts and industry players who are developing new technologies and ideas in confronting our climate challenges and ushering in sustainability solutions.
So we know that collaboration is this ubiquitous practice. We do it all day long. And yet, consistently we find that it's broken. When you look at collaboration within companies, often you see
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If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
Hear from thought leaders and seasoned experts from PROS and Berkeley Skydeck for an important discussion on Generative AI beyond ChatGPT.
If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
With moderator Karolo Aparicio of San Francisco Foundation, hear from our panelists as they discuss what foundations look for in nonprofit organization and proposals, and much more!
If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
Join thought leaders and seasoned experts from the Future of Work Lab, the Huuman Group and Work Innovation Lab by Asana
Climate Masterminds brings together experts and industry players who are developing new technologies and ideas in confronting our climate challenges and ushering in sustainability solutions.
It is not by accident that we celebrate Black History Month throughout February. Dr. Carter G. Woodson, known as the Father of Black History and the founder of the Association for the Study of
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If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
On average, employers spend just six to seven seconds looking at each resume that comes across their desk. So what exactly are they looking for and, most importantly, what will make your resume
Climate Masterminds brings together experts and industry players who are developing new technologies and ideas in confronting our climate challenges and ushering in sustainability solutions.
National Native American Heritage Month provides an opportunity for our entire community to rethink the profound debt it owes to the indigenous peoples who provided the land on which UC Berkeley
November 17 Online Event: Professional Job Search Strategy Series—Silent and Not-so-Silent Searching
In 2021, record numbers of Americans left their jobs for a variety of reasons. Some were after a higher salary, but many were looking for more flexible work cultures, extended PTO, better benefits
Every day, every month, we’re devoted to helping you meet your career and academic goals—whether it’s preparing for graduate school, looking to change your career or advance in your current role.
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The nationwide need for a healthy work–life balance has not changed much since 2003 when the U.S. Senate unanimously supported a presidential proclamation that October be designated National Work
Let’s defer to famed film director George Lucas, who, in The Heart of the Matter, beautifully said: “The sciences are the ‘how,’ and the humanities are the ‘why’ — why are we here, why do we
The future of work has changed, and one of the driving forces is automation and AI. This panel will explore the applications of AI in various sectors—from education to health to HR and other
Every step Kazuki Nakayashiki takes is propelled by a desire to give back to his community, to leave a positive mark on the world.
A great networking opportunity may just be a Nextdoor post away. At least that’s how Graham Quigley and Summer 2022 custom programs’ lead instructor Brett Yokom met.
On average, employers spend just six to seven seconds looking at each resume that comes across their desk. So what exactly are they looking for and, most importantly, what will make your resume
If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
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The wave of workers handing in their resignation slips since the start of the pandemic isn’t crashing, according to Fortune.com. In fact, a McKinsey survey cited in the piece puts that number at
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Given the rapid evolution of technology, seismic social challenges and changing employee expectations, leaders are seeking new insights and practices to up their game and help their organizations
Specialized digital skills are becoming increasingly important and yet jobs are not becoming hypertechnical. Instead, they are becoming increasingly hybrid, mixing human and technical skills—and
After the 2015 Obergefell decision that legalized gay marriage in the United States, the LGBTQ+ community was riding high following an increasing wave of acceptance in national polls
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There are few things as universal as a parent’s love for their child—and the heartache that can accompany it. But what makes a good parent in a rapidly changing society?
While many equate Jewish as a religion in and of itself, being Jewish is so much more than that. It’s a culture, a family, a sense of self. Of the 7.5 million 2020 Jewish Americans, more than a
The history behind Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month begins with two people with different Asian backgrounds influenced by two different eras in American history: Yuji Ichioka
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If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
On April 19, 2021, President Biden became the first sitting president to recognize National Arab American Heritage Month, which has been celebrated by states and cultural leaders since the 1990s.
From 2010–2020, we had the “decade of statistics.” During that time period, “the number of statistics and biostatistics bachelor’s degrees awarded increased 474 percent.” That growth wasn’t only
There are numerous reasons why you should take an online class and it all starts with your needs. When there’s only 24 hours in a day, pursuing additional education can seem time-prohibitive—but
Moderator Maria Gianotti, Head of Revenue Marketing at Unbabel, will discuss with panelists from Heinz Marketing, DemandBase and Drift how the marketing technology landscape has evolved during the
We are proud to co-present with The Job Forum a free job-connector workshop where you can receive expert job-search advice.
To keep you and those around you safe, you must meet the UC COVID-19 vaccine requirements. We are following the same protocol as UC Berkeley and the University of California.
Read the full transcript from the Future of Work Women in Leadership—Overcoming Barriers podcast episode
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Cleopatra. Queen Elizabeth. Jane Austen. Sojourner Truth. Malala Yousafzai. The names of great women resound throughout history. Standing shoulder to shoulder with those legends have been
On March 17, you’ll probably be bombarded by people wearing their finest “Kiss Me I’m Irish” or emerald-green attire to celebrate a man called Saint Patrick. We tend to mark the occasion with
Marketing leaders face an extremely diverse range of media, technologies and communications to develop strategies and support businesses in lead-gen activities and sound ethical positioning.
If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
To keep you and those around you safe, you must meet the UC COVID-19 vaccine requirements. We are following the same protocol as UC Berkeley and the University of California.
If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
Authors Joan Lester and Katya Cengel have both crafted memoirs around a love story. Together, they will talk about what to include and what to leave out when writing about our most intimate
If 2021 taught us anything, it’s that there’s no time like the present to take ownership of your career. Dubbed the "great resignation," this year saw a record number of 4 million Americans
Vaneese Johnson has six words for you: “Treat your career like a business.” It’s a mantra you should keep whether you’re looking for a job today or in five years from now.
Join our speaker series featuring corporate leaders in diversity, equity and inclusion roles who will share their journeys and the insights that they've gained while advocating for these issues in
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We recently partnered with Symba.io to find out about current hiring trends, best practices when communicating with employers and how to stand out in the hiring process.
The hiring market is hot right now and recruiters are more active than ever. But how do you get noticed by recruiters?
Innovations to improve the way supply chains operate and the way products or information flow are critical. The current pandemic and poor environmental performance have amplified the need to build
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It’s been 31 years since the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed by the U.S. Congress. While much has changed in those years—such as making it unlawful to discriminate against any
Like many immigrants before and after them, Italians came to America because it is viewed as the land of opportunity—something their home country may have stopped being—or they came as refugees
In the ever-changing workplace, leaders with expertise in diversity, equity and inclusion are now more important than ever. We are excited that we'll soon be celebrating one year of our special DE
October 10 marks World Mental Health Day—nearly 18 months since the onset of COVID-19. The pandemic has certainly up-ended everyone’s lives, causing drastic tolls on our physical and mental well-
Join us virtually for the third MII Global Marketing Leadership Programme fireside chat.
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Join our speaker series featuring corporate leaders in diversity, equity and inclusion roles who will share their journeys and the insights that they've gained while advocating for these issues in
Discussion on refugees, trauma, and collective vs. individual truth. Who has the right to tell a story?
From September 15–October 15, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. This encompasses the panoply of hispanic peoples who have made their home here in California and in the rest of the United
Join our speaker series featuring corporate leaders in diversity, equity and inclusion roles who will share their journeys and the insights that they've gained while advocating for these issues in
Present bias is not a preference for gifts in a blue Tiffany bag but a psychological term for what can lead people to procrastinate. Basically, present bias means that individuals tend to favor
Disruptive innovations are revolutionizing the way industries will function. Traditional industries are changing, and emerging technologies are the catalyst that is accelerating their pace.
Join our speaker series featuring corporate leaders in diversity, equity and inclusion roles who will share their journeys and the insights that they've gained while advocating for these issues in
Join us virtually for the second MII Global Marketing Leadership Programme fireside chat.
If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
Adults going back to college to add to or finish their existing degrees are becoming more common. Those looking for new or enhanced skills are flocking to continuing education, which brings
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In the ever-changing workplace, leaders with expertise in diversity, equity and inclusion are now more important than ever.
The Internet remembers. What you post on any of your social media channels stays with you.
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Almost three years after the Emancipation Proclamation, advancing troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, where their leader pronounced General Order No. 3, a proclamation of the freedom on June 19,
Leaders across industries are struggling to find the right compromise between business objectives of performance and creativity, efficiency and innovation, and employees voicing their wishes to
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LinkedIn is a fairly familiar platform to most professionals—it's an opportunity to build your digital brand and expand your network.
Are you happy with what you’re doing for a living? Do you wake up ready to take on the day’s challenges? Or, like many others, are you seriously considering a career change?
UC Berkeley Extension recently hosted Career Week, which sponsored informative events to help our students and community find the career of their dreams. Jeff Eyet, co-founder of big and
I was finishing my Project Management Master at EAE Business School (Madrid) when I first heard about UC Berkeley Global’s “Accelerating Leadership Agility” two-week custom program. I immediately
What began as a gradual change from the 9-to-5 paradigm to an increasingly flexible approach to working styles has morphed into a complete reimagining of how work gets done in all types of
Effective salary negotiators understand how to frame the discussion in a way that addresses both sources of motivation, not only for themselves but also in ways that address the company's
COVID-19 has not only impacted our personal lives, but it’s also changing how we see our professional work.
For this event, we speak with Ben-Saba Hasan, Senior VP and Chief Global Culture, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at Walmart, Inc.
Leaders across industries are struggling to find the right compromise between business objectives of performance and creativity, efficiency and innovation, and employees voicing their wishes to
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For decades, the realm of transportation management, warehouse management and order fulfillment remained set in archaic systems, isolated silos, inefficient processes and limited accessibility.
Hear from Leslie Gray, Head of Diversity and Inclusion and Chief of Staff, Office of the CEO, at Mozilla.
We support all students who are looking to expand their education—whether that’s preparing for graduate school, working toward a promotion or eyeing a career change.
Hear from Holli Martinez, VP, Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at T-Mobile
If you are a global entrepreneur and want to pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
Every spring, The American Cultures (AC) Center at UC Berkeley selects two recipients for the AC Excellence in Teaching Award. This award recognizes “individual faculty’s exemplary teaching in the
Tables are for eating customers only.
You read the restaurant sign again, and once you are sure it is not a case of “eat or be eaten,” you order food. To go.
Our Career Services team is pleased to announce the inaugural Career Week: “The Future of You,” to be held March 15-19, 2021.
If you are a global entrepreneur and want to pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.
The Berkeley Global Speaker Series on Equity and Inclusion presents Azadeh Zohrabi, the director of UC Berkeley's Underground Scholars Program.
Employee engagement has stagnated over the past decade or so. According to a recent Gallup report on the State of the American Workplace, 51% of workers are “not engaged and have not been for a
Our subject-matter experts will dive deeper into the future factories to identify opportunities, threats, challenges and shifts that the convergence of breakthrough technology innovations will
Join Black Girls CODE, Black Scientists Matter, and UC Berkeley Extension for a conversation with influential women in science.
Needless to say, 2020 put a glaring spotlight on the many crises affecting our country.
Hear from Shareka Nelson, Head of Global Inclusion, Diversity and Equity at Amazon Web Services.
Hear from Nichelle Grant, Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Siemens, USA.
Hear from Shareka Nelson, who has just started a new role as Global Head of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at Coursera.
The accelerated transfer of almost every component of higher education into the online realm has forever changed the perception of online higher education.
In the ever-changing workplace, leaders with expertise in diversity and inclusion are now more important than ever.
Berkeley Global and CNAM IIM launched the Berkeley-CNAM Horizon Event Series, which brings together leading scientists and professionals from Europe and the U.S. to explore the impact of COVID-19
We value our dedicated instructors. They are working professionals who tirelessly share their experiences and knowledge with their lucky students.
Every year, we honor just a small number of
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The workplace of the future is ever-changing. It’s necessary to understand the most pressing workforce and management issues companies will face in the future.
If want to be a leader, you need to consider the importance of Emotional Intelligence (EI).
According to a New York Post article, only 8 percent of people achieve their New Year’s goals. 8 Percent.
But let’s turn that number around. We continue to strive to meet our goal in
In the ever-changing workplace, leaders with expertise in diversity and inclusion are now more important than ever.
Sweet potato pie is a holiday staple in African-American and Southern homes. It is the centerpiece. Traditionally, people think of turkey being the centerpiece. But the real point of Thanksgiving
CQ measures your capability to relate and work effectively in culturally diverse situations.
How can you stay on the right side of things at work? Professional ethics is not just the ""golden rule"" or being nice to people.
Written business communication in a world of remote work and distributed teams is more important than ever
Take control of your next steps using design thinking to explore potential career and life goals. We will use design thinking tools to develop concrete short- and long-term goals.
How can corporations advance Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) concepts from dialogue and intention into action?
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) address and bring clarity to how identity, racism, microaggressions and implicit bias play a part in the workplace.
Excellence in public speaking and presenting is a career accelerator. Don't get stuck in the slow lane!
In this webinar, Professor Mendoza-Denton will give a brief overview of the psychological processes regarding bias
In this webinar, Professor Mendoza-Denton will give a brief overview of the psychological processes regarding bias: stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination.
One-hour, interactive workshops showcasing the encouraging work of veteran educators who are active in the current struggle to make remote instruction meaningful and effective during COVID-19.
COVID-19 has flipped the traditional job search on its head. The job market is in transition. Gain insights into the latest trends.
Having a digital presence is increasingly important to grow your network and career. Learn best practices for showcasing your authentic self online and gain insight into popular networking tools,
The dilemma: To get a job, you need experience. But to get experience, you need a job. But is a job the only way to get experience?
Join this webinar on developing critical content and applying formatting tips to help you create a résumé that grabs attention and showcases your accomplishments.
Are you feeling uncertain about your job search? Have you been thrown for a loop by transitioning to an entirely virtual environment? Join this webinar to learn about job search tips and resources
Adapt to Mobility brings together experts and industry players who are developing new technology and ideas in transforming cities, the environment and transportation.
Our living and work spaces can have a profound effect on us in both subtle and very direct ways.
Our classes—whether in person or online—are known for bringing in academic and industry experts who bridge theory with practical use. They are your guides or mentors as you learn a new subject
Have the past few months made you reassess your career plans? Take control of your next steps using design thinking to explore potential career and life goals.
In this presentation, evolutionary biologist Rob Wallace will present findings from his research on the evolution and spread of influenzas and other pathogens, and the strong connection between
Explore the challenges of reporters and researchers to provide accurate information on a little-known virus and a pandemic of historic proportions.
Learn how Alameda County engages youth in a Student Census Challenge; partners with County’s Complete Count Committee to promote Census centers; and provides census information to students,
Berkeley Global and the Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers are thrilled to kick off a new, collaborative series of events welcoming professors and industry experts in an engaging online
Ready for something motivating and fun? Explore the concepts of design thinking and how to apply them to your career and life goals in this interactive online workshop.
Certain circumstances may require you to work from home, or you might choose a flex-work arrangement on certain days if that is an option.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) FAQ for international students.
In this one-day workshop, find out the pros and cons of each approach and be able to make informed, intelligent decisions about your writing career while avoiding the more common pitfalls.
Making a career transition can be bewildering: How do you find jobs? How can you stand out as a candidate?
Innovation happens organically in creative environments and keeps corporations competitive. However, economic constraints, workload, employee relations, conflict, deadlines, pressure from
Countdown 2020: Is the economic recovery facing a bump in the road or hitting a wall?
Come to our San Francisco campus for a chat with our esteemed panelist about the future of Amazon's Augmented Reality experience.
The frisson of fear that squirms across your skin as you read a true-crime book. The leap of awe when your favorite fantasy writer conjures up yet another otherworldly detail. The mental nod as a
Do you feel like you are in a rut in your career and long to do something that feels more fulfilling, even if you have no idea what that might be?
Innovation Panel with awesm ventures, Manos via Google Launchpad, PayPal and Slack with a special focus on growth marketing and growth hacking
Panel event organized conjointly by the Luxembourg Trade and Investment Office in San Francisco and UC Berkeley Extension to be held on July 8, 2019.
Looking for input on your résumé and cover letter? Are you thinking about a job search but aren't sure how to get started? Wondering how to leverage your Extension coursework to advance or make a
On Tuesday, June 18, we will host the 13th annual “Talk Autonomous Cars” networking event. This informal happy-hour setting will bring together autonomous-car enthusiasts who are interested in the
On Tuesday, June 18, we will host the 13th annual “Talk Autonomous Cars” networking event. This informal happy-hour setting will bring together autonomous-car enthusiasts who are interested in the
Adobe: “We recently shared a preview of Project Aero at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). In partnership with Apple and Pixar, we also announced that we’re adding usdz support to
On March 11, 2019, a lively discussion on the power and impact of social entrepreneurship was held at our San Francisco campus.
On May 6, 2019, augmented reality and computer vision/Machine learning enthusiasts and professionals came to our San Francisco campus to hear from panel experts and watch presentations.
On April 1, 2019, more than 30 accredited investors—including venture capitalists, Angels, and institutional and corporate representatives from Silicon Valley companies—came to our San Francisco
Informational interviews can play a powerful part in your career development. Following best practices can make all the difference in forging mutually beneficial career connections.
Taking a single course or a full certificate is a worthwhile investment in your career that many companies will sponsor in order to retain great talent. In so doing, many organizations offer
Sponsored by Epic—a mobile wallet and self-checkout app that incorporates computer vision and augmented reality—the recent Niantic Augmented Reality event saw a lively and engaging Fireside chat
Every year, I make a New Year’s resolution. And every year—somewhere around the first week of February—that resolution goes out the window.
In this webinar, "Creating Your Job Search Strategy: Practical Tips to Find and Land Your Next Role," career coach and consultant Erin Ewart presents strategies for managing your time, and shares
Career coaches, hiring managers and pundits agree that today’s careers are less likely to be linear and more waves of continuous learning and re-invention. What does that mean?
Feel your stress levels rising? Stop, take a moment and try one of our five easy ways to get the stress out of your day. Post this by your desk so when you need it, you've got a handy visual
Earlier this month, I posted some ways to reduce the stress and anxiety that might come from various life situations. Here are seven videos to guide you toward greater mindfulness and becoming
We are proud to announce that we’ve been named “Best Continuing Education for 2018” in an Oakland Magazine reader's poll. An East Bay institution since 1891, UC Berkeley Extension now helps tens
One in five Americans is affected by mental health conditions, including anxiety. It happens to the best of us. You feel as if you keep putting off making a change in your life. Or maybe your
Have you heard of the new career trend sweeping the nation? It’s called the “Side-Hustle” and it enables career changers to test the waters of a new career or pursue a passion without quitting
With an eye on increasing diversity in the workforce, here are some interesting videos to bring inspiration, awareness and thought-provoking ideas on the power of inclusion.
Although the statistics point to a growing and more diverse U.S. population, we continue to see patterns of unequal representation in the workforce. The gender pay gap persists in the U.S.
Everybody has their own thoughts on how to achieve a work/life balance—or if a work/life balance is even realistic. We culled through the top YouTube videos on how others are finding work/life/
We recently had the pleasure to join together to celebrate the must-deserved recipients of the 2018 Honored Instructor Awards.
Online learning, as with any academic endeavor, does require significant effort and a commitment to keeping up with the assignments and engaging with the course material.
A list of resources that includes general job search, information-gathering and resource building tools across all disciplines and professional subject areas.
If you are exploring a new professional area of interest, you may want to set up an informational interview.
It is your responsibility to take advantage of the opportunities that occur and achieve your goals. No one else is going to manage your career for you.
A well-written cover letter gives you an opportunity to clearly demonstrate your suitability for the desired position and lets potential employers get to know you better.
Interviewing is essential for your growth, expanding your network, understanding your value in the marketplace and crafting a career that will meet your highest goals.
Researchers were startled to find that "71% of in-demand skills are required across two or more job categories."
A well-written cover letter gives you an opportunity to clearly demonstrate your suitability for the desired position and give potential employers a chance to get to know you better