Passport to Professional Success
The Thomas College of Business and Economics' Passport to Professional Success program is a required, skill-building experience for all incoming business students. Designed to boost your resume and prepare you for the
professional world, the program includes a series of activities and events that develop
essential workplace skills and enhance your confidence both in and out of the classroom.
By completing the Passport program, you'll become more marketable, competitive and
prepared for success in your chosen field. Progress is easily tracked through Canvas,
making it simple to stay organized and up to date.
Chart Your Journey
• Introduction to the Passport Program
• School of Business approved seminar, speaker, or presentation (1)
• Engagement with School of Business faculty
• Student Involvement and Leadership
- Study abroad information session
- Student Involvement: Student Organization, Study Abroad, Civic or Community Service (20 hours), or Internship.
- Verbal presentation that requires professional attire (1)
- Career Center Resume Workshop
- School of Business approved seminar, speaker, or presentation (1)
- Business Etiquette Dinner
- Professional networking event (1)
- Professional & Center Development Institute (PCDI)
- Career Center Mock Interview
- Career Expo
- Verbal presentation that requires professional attire (1)
- University sponsored formal dinner (1)
- School of Business approved seminar, speaker, or presentation (1)
- Professional networking event (1)
- Professional networking event (1)
- Senior interview
Transfer students should combine Freshman/Sophomore and Junior/Senior to complete the program in 2 years.
Online students do not need to come to campus to complete the activities. The activities will be reviewed and approved by the Passport Agent.
Passport has been an insightful experience, helping me learn about the soft and technical skills essential for career success.
Program Benefits
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Discover your potential to inspire and lead others.
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Make a real difference in your local community.
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Explore and grow your personal passions.
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Build valuable connections through networking.
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Learn proven strategies for success in the business world.
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Get guidance to help you make confident career choices.
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Sharpen your communication skills for real-world business settings.
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Learn how professional appearance can shape first impressions.
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Build the confidence to thrive in any environment, not just the classroom.
Requirements
- Introduction to the Passport Program
- Study abroad information session
- Student involvement and leadership session
From mastering essential entry-level skills to leading teams as managers to ultimately developing the executive-level expertise to drive organizations forward, the program empowers students to excel at every stage of their careers.
- Engagement with School of Business faculty and/or alumni
- Student internship information session
- Career Center resume workshop
- Professional and career development institute
- Verbal presentation that requires professional attire (2)
- University sponsored or approved formal dinner (2)
- Professional networking event (3)
- School of Business approved seminar, speaker, or presentation (3)
Each student must participate in one of the following approved long-term engagement activities:
- Student organization
- Study abroad experience
- Civic or community activity
- Internship
- Attend a career expo or career fair
- Perform satisfactorily in a Career Center mock interview
- Complete the senior exit interview
- Introduction to the Passport Program
- Study abroad information session
- Student involvement and leadership session
From mastering essential entry-level skills to leading teams as managers to ultimately developing the executive-level expertise to drive organizations forward, the program empowers students to excel at every stage of their careers.
- Engagement with School of Business faculty and/or alumni
- Student internship information session
- Career Center resume workshop
- Professional and career development institute
- Verbal presentation that requires professional attire (2)
- University sponsored or approved formal dinner (2)
- Professional networking event (3)
- School of Business approved seminar, speaker, or presentation (3)
Each student must participate in one of the following approved long-term engagement activities:
- Student organization
- Study abroad experience
- Civic or community activity
- Internship
- Attend a career expo or career fair
- Perform satisfactorily in a Career Center mock interview
- Complete the senior exit interview