Psychology

This career circle is for any student who is interested in pursuing a degree in Psychology.

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There are multiple industries and occupations you can pursue with a psychology degree. The following article lists job titles you can use to search in Handshake, as well as debunks common myths you may hear about psychology.

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American Psychological Association – Education & Career

This organization represents & supports researchers, educators & students providing resources at all levels by offering a broad array of …

Best Psychology Schools

Here are the top U.S psychology programs in the of all specialties based on a survey of academics at peer …

GoGovernment: Federal Careers Guides

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Thousands of internship and job opportunities are posted on Handshake by employers specifically looking to hire students. The following job and internship opportunities were pulled from Handshake for your career circle.

For thousands more opportunities, log in to Handshake. All UM students have a Handshake account that is automatically created for them when they enroll at the U. All you have to do is log in to Handshake to activate your account.

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Nano Tips for Smarter Learning and Better Relationships with Shadé Zahrai

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How to Make a Positive First Impression with a Hiring Manager

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Discover how to make a positive first impression with a hiring manager with career coach Brittany Hayles. This course outlines…

On Creativity: John Cleese on “Design Better”

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The legendary John Cleese—of Monty Python, Fawlty Towers, and more—is no stranger to creativity. In this course adapted from the…

How to Articulate Your Value to Your Boss

Taught by Cristina Costa
Effectively articulating your value at work is essential for career advancement. In this course, seasoned career coach Cristina Costa provides…

Sharpen Your Logic

Taught by Madecraft
Logical thinking is crucial for effective decision-making and problem-solving in both personal and professional settings. In this course, Dr. Eugene…

Canva for Brainstorming and Collaboration

Taught by Lachezar Arabadzhiev
If your work involves UX design, brainstorming, collaboration, or presenting your ideas, then you know the value of a tool…

Empathy for Managers

Taught by Ashley Herd
Empathy is a crucial human skill for modern leaders that contributes to high-performing work cultures and employee wellbeing. Yet, according…

Marketing Strategy: Case Studies from Leading Brands

Taught by Brian Honigman
One of the best ways to learn more about what makes a marketing strategy successful is to study the lessons…

Business Storytelling for Finance

Taught by Carl Seidman
Many financial professionals fail to present and communicate effectively. They overwhelm their audiences with complex content, leaving them confused. The…

Nano Tips to Find the Right Executive Coach with Elayne Fluker

Taught by Elayne Fluker
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Nano Tips For Building Diverse and Inclusive Teams with Madison Butler

Taught by Madison Butler
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Business Etiquette: Meetings, Meals, and Networking Events

Taught by Toni Purvis
Business etiquette is a key skill to build successful relationships and make a positive impression in work environments. In this…

The Psychology of Motivation

Taught by Madecraft
Motivation shapes our actions, decisions, and success. In this course, Dr. Whitney Detar delves into the complexities of motivation, exploring…

Microsoft Copilot for Security: Working with Preinstalled and Custom Plugins

Taught by Bryan Li
Plugins play a key role in Microsoft Copilot for Security. They integrate services with Microsoft Security products and third-party solutions,…

Tips for Flawless Business Etiquette

Taught by Toni Purvis
In this course, etiquette expert Toni Purvis guides you through a series of practical strategies to strengthen and level up…

How Your Family History Affects You at Work

Taught by Morra Aarons-Mele
Understanding the role we played in our family of origin shapes how we show up as a leader and colleague.…

Breaking the Anxiety Habit

Taught by Morra Aarons-Mele
For many of us, anxiety is a partner on our journey of life: it is always there. But a helpful…

Building an Executive Leadership Team for the Modern Workplace

Taught by Jacob Morgan
One of the biggest challenges faced by executive leaders is hiring and retaining the right people on their executive team.…

LinkedIn Recruiter: AI-Powered Talent Acquisition

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Unleash the power of AI in LinkedIn Recruiter and hone the skills you need to harness cutting-edge artificial intelligence features…

How the Workplace Can Help Us Heal and Grow

Taught by Morra Aarons-Mele
Work can be a positive part of your life to help you grow and move past established and often unconscious…

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Vault Guide to Education Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Nonprofit Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Marketing Jobs, Second Edition

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