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Professional Boot Camp Preparing Undergraduate Students for the Workforce . Dr. Mike Teed. Dr. Mike Teed Bishop’s University. Young Graduates’ Struggles. Negative Feedback from Alumni Association Two stories identifying the problem Bishop’s image/reputation Research Suggests
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Professional Boot CampPreparing Undergraduate Students for the Workforce Dr. Mike Teed Dr. Mike Teed Bishop’s University
Young Graduates’ Struggles • Negative Feedback from Alumni Association • Two stories identifying the problem • Bishop’s image/reputation • Research Suggests • Lack of essential skills • Unrealistic expectations • Culture shock • Unemployment rates • High levels of stress amongst young adults
Bishop’s Proposed Solution • Professional Boot Camp Series • 2 full days (professional conference) • Resume, job search, networking, interview prep, etiquette, mock interviews • Qualitative Feedback • Resoundingly positive • A few minor modifications • Next Steps • Pre-post data • Longitudinal analysis