Professional Readiness

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Professional Readiness

The Professional Readiness meta-microcredential encompasses four other microcredentials - LinkedIn Learner, Resume Builder, Digital Professional, and Networking 101. Learners who complete all four associated microcredentials will earn the Professional Readiness meta microcredential. Learners will gain a foundational knowledge of how to be successful emerging professionals. This program covers a deep dive into creating and utilizing a LinkedIn profile, crafting a polished resume, gaining skills and confidence networking, and what it takes to be a successful professional in a digital world.

Earning Criteria

Earners of this meta microcredential must complete all 4 of the following:
- LinkedIn Learner
- Digital Professional
- Resume Builder
- Networking 101

Additionally, a final reflection must be submitted, asking learners to synthesize their experience and describe how the component microcredentials are related and culminate into the meta microcredential.

The earning criteria reflects the defined learning outcomes for this meta microcredential.

Additional Details

Time to complete

Within one semester

Learning Outcomes

- Establish and create a professional digital presence in industry-relevant platforms.
- Identify networking opportunities in academic and professional environments.
- Describe effective professional communication strategies for both online and offline interactions.
- Articulate career goals and aspirations clearly and confidently.
- Reflect on past experiences and identify potential opportunities for future growth as an emerging young professional.
Abby Hart

Abby Hart

Assistant Director of Transfer Experiences

Academic Engagement and Transition Programs (AETP)

Sherman Hall (Academic IV Bldg) 349

ahart5@umbc.edu

+1 410 455 3496