Professional Skills Development Program (PSDP)
Are you an international student interested in professional and personal development? Consider joining the Professional Skills Development Program (PSDP), a free, non-credit program designed to equip current international students with the foundational skills and knowledge needed to prepare for professional employment in Canada.
Students are expected to attend 6 in-person workshops and complete assigned activities in order to build upon their networks and improve competencies in professionalism, communications, and general employability skills. Topics explored include (but are not limited to):
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Career Exploration and Skills Identification
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Resume and Cover Letter Writing
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Job Searching, Networking, and Using LinkedIn
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Interview Skills
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Canadian Workplace Standards and Etiquette
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Intercultural Communication