0 or 1 credit
Spring 2026 Lecture Lower Division
Professional Development in Consumer Sciences & Retailing is a required course that will provide the necessary techniques to manage job search skills and career development for both current and future professional needs. The covered topics will expose students to on-campus resources, opportunities to gain key networking skills, and establish their professional identity to better prepare students for the current job market.
Learning Outcomes1Provide life-long job search skills.
2Enable students to effectively navigate career fairs & networking events.
3Educate students about Purdue's resources regarding career and academic development.
4Develop student's professional documents.
5Assist students in creating their personal professional brand.
6Perpare students on the transition from college to the professional world.
Restrictions
made by Purdue students.