Professional Development
Professional development is the active acquisition of skills, knowledge, and mindset to realize one's strengths and potential in all environments. It sets up individuals for success in achieving their goals while giving them the ability to meet, exceed and adapt to personal, career and societal responsibilities within the context of a changing world.
In this section
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Professional Development Requirement
An exciting initiative to help you recognize your talents, pursue your interests, learn professional skills and make the connections that will help you excel in your chosen field.
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Academic Integrity and Ethics Training Requirement
Complete your academic integrity and ethics training with eight hours of structured academic activity.
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Events and Training
Attend a professional development conference, workshop or economic outlook presentation. Or challenge your communication skills with the Three Minute Thesis competition.
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Graduate Student Internship Program
Secure a paid internship designed for graduate students. Made possible by a Government of Alberta grant.
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Career Mentoring Program for Graduate Students
Find academic and non-academic mentors to provide you with advice, support and strategies for your future.
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Graduate Teaching and Learning Program
Deepen your understanding of how people learn and hone your teaching skills while getting an edge in the academic market and preparing for non-academic leadership roles.
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Community Connect Program
Develop a creative approach to your research presentations and build your confidence by connecting to the community to educate and inspire.
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Community Volunteer Program
Develop a creative approach to your research presentations and build your confidence by connecting to the community to educate and inspire.
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Community Volunteer Program
Develop a creative approach to your research presentations and build your confidence by connecting to the community to educate and inspire.
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Online Resources
Access multiple resources and tools including MyGradSkills.ca (online modules for professional development and ethics credit).
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Professional Development Online Suite
Access multiple online courses for professional development credit.
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Ethics Online Training Suite
Access multiple online courses for ethics credit.
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Parent Link
Got kids? The Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research is excited to offer a new initiative that will support the unique needs of graduate students who parent.
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PhD Alumni Study
