Online PDAs

Below you will find a list of online PDA options. To earn PDA credit, you will need to watch the presentation/workshop and then reflect on what you learned and its relevance to your career development by completing the PDA Credit Request form. For the “contact information of speaker/coordinator of event/activity” section, include the name of the presenter in the video for the “representative,”pda@coastal.edu for the “email” and 843-349-2708 for the “phone.” A separate form submission must be made for each presentation or workshop.

*A maximum of six (6) PDA credits can be earned through these online PDA options.

Interviewing Skills: PDA Title: The Big Interview-105B

Description: The Big Interview gives you the practice you need for YOUR goals and situation. Don’t guess what to practice. Follow the organized tracks of lesson curriculum and interview practice. The FAST TRACK will quickly cover essential tips and most common questions, or the MASTERY TRACK allows you to dive in deep for those ultra-competitive interviews.

Instructions:

1. The Big interview has two levels of completion- Fast Track and Mastery.  Both are available for you to use, however, fast track is required for two (2) PDA credits. Three (3) PDA credits will be offered for the mastery level. 

2. Visit https://coastal.biginterview.com/, and register with your CCU email.

3. When you finish the process, you will need to print out the completion certificate and then submit it along with your PDA Credit Request form. (attached)

Building a Professional Portfolio: PDA Title: Online LinkedIn Intensive- 104B

LinkedIn Intensive is a virtual workshop covering steps to create a profile that stands out and techniques for making great contacts who can open doors.

To access this workshop, click here.

*Completion of the LinkedIn Intensive workshop and submission of the PDA Credit Request Form will count as three (3) PDA credits. (A link to the PDA Credit Request Form can be found at the bottom of this page.)

Transitioning to the Professional: PDA Title: Career Skills Boot Camp- 108B

The Career Skills Boot Camp series consists of online presentations on the following topics: setting goals, establishing direction, personal branding, networking, information interviews, email, presentations and time management.

To access these presentations or to view session descriptions, click here. Once you register you will have access to all presentations within any of the three boot camp series.

*Each online presentation and submission of the PDA Credit Request form will count as one (1) PDA credit.

Transitioning to the Professional: PDA Title: Get-Hired Boot Camp- 108B

The Get-Hired Boot Camp series consists of online presentations on the following topics: resume and LinkedIn profile, two-hour job search, elevator pitch, LinkedIn networking, company research, interviewing, Twitter, negotiation and personal branding.

To access these presentations or to view session descriptions, click here. Once you register, you will have access to all presentations within any of the three boot camp series.

*Each online presentation and submission of the PDA Credit Request form will count as one (1) PDA credit.

Majors and Careers: PDA Title: Career Change Boot Camp- 101B

This series is primarily focused on career change as it pertains to MBA students. However, the content is also applicable to students of all ages who are investigating career options, are looking for a change in professional direction or wanting to advance faster in their current field with their current employer. Presentations will cover topics including interpreting assessment test results, networking to make strategic connections, writing resumes using the MBA and past experience to establish value in the new direction, conducting informational interviews to open doors, “bridge jobs” to fill employment gaps, and using LinkedIn and other social media platforms to get attention and identify opportunities.

To access these presentations or to view session descriptions, click here. Once you register you will have access to all presentations within any of the three boot camp series.

*Each online presentation and submission of the PDA Credit Request form will count as one (1) PDA credit.

Leadership Development: PDA Title: Lead through Strengths to Reap Higher Performance and Greater Enjoyment at Work- 103B

Boost your career satisfaction. Lisa Cummings, CEO of Pinch Yourself Careers, helps you achieve success in your career by leading you through your strengths and natural talents.

To access these presentations or to view session descriptions, click here. Once you register, you will have access to all presentations.

*Each online presentation and submission of the PDA Credit Request form will count as one (1) PDA credit.

Building a Professional Portfolio: PDA Title: Building your brand with Social Media- 104B

Building your brand with Social Media focuses on LinkedIn capabilities and how to best utilize this social media outlet. 

To access this presentation or to view additional session descriptions, click here. Once you register, you will have access to all presentations.

*Each online presentation and submission of the PDA Credit Request form will count as one (1) PDA credit.

Transitioning to the Professional: PDA Title: The Art of Networking—Part 1- 108B

Learn what it takes to get to know key people who can best help you accelerate your career.

To access this presentation or to view additional session descriptions, click here. Once you register, you will have access to all presentations.

*Each online presentation and submission of the PDA Credit Request form will count as one (1) PDA credit.

Transitioning to the Professional: PDA Title: The Art of Networking—Part 2- 108B

This session offers tips and tactics that will increase your contact and add value to your network.

To access this presentation or to view additional session descriptions, click here. Once you register, you will have access to all presentations.

*Each online presentation and submission of the PDA Credit Request form will count as one (1) PDA credit.

Leadership Development: PDA Title: Great Communication Skills on the Job for Career Acceleration- 103B

Business professionals who communicate strategically, effectively and persuasively often see the most success in today’s global economy. Jodi Glickman, founder of Great on the Job, will discuss how to ask for help (and sound smart), ask for feedback, get good assignments and handle screw-ups and stumbles.

To access this presentation or to view additional session descriptions, click here. Once you register, you will have access to all presentations.

*Each online presentation and submission of the PDA Credit Request form will count as one (1) PDA credit.

Transitioning to the Professional: PDA Title: Writing Effective and Efficient Email- 108B

Create a professional and positive impression through email; achieving the results you want.

To access this presentation or to view additional session descriptions, click here. Once you register, you will have access to all presentations.

*Each online presentation and submission of the PDA Credit Request form will count as one (1) PDA credit.

Building a Professional Portfolio: PDA Title: Advance Resume Strategies: Giving You Punch on Paper- 104B

Go from a good resume to a great resume:

You will learn:

• How to construct a profile or summary section that positions you for the role in a matter of seconds!
• How to write powerful content that sells your value, not just your experience.
• How to handle tricky situations like changing careers/industries, managing gaps and making your resume attractive to Applicant Tracking Systems.

To access this presentation or to view additional session descriptions, click here. Once you register, you will have access to all presentations.

*Each online presentation and submission of the PDA Credit Request form will count as one (1) PDA credit.

Majors and Careers: PDA Title: The 2-hour Job Search: Prioritizing Target Employers- 101B

How to start a job search.

• Create a list of 40 target employers using four different methods
• Collect three pieces of data that are easy to find and predictive of job search success
• Determine a Top 5 for maximizing your chance of securing employment quickly

To access this presentation or to view additional session descriptions, click here. Once you register, you will have access to all presentations.

*Each online presentation and submission of the PDA Credit Request form will count as one (1) PDA credit.

Transitioning to the Professional: PDA Title: How to Use Social Media to Get and Land a Job Faster- 108B

Using various levels of Twitter to grow your network, exchange ideas and learn what businesses are promoting.

To access this presentation or to view additional session descriptions, click here. Once you register, you will have access to all presentations.

*Each online presentation and submission of the PDA Credit Request form will count as one (1) PDA credit.

Majors and Careers: PDA Title: Company Research: Use Social Media for the Inside Scoop on Employers- 101B

Get headed down the right path toward your ideal job by using sophisticated online research tools. Doing your homework makes you a well-informed candidate and leads to more substantive discussions in your interviews. As you investigate and identify the industry or field where you most belong, the presentation will help you master research techniques to learn about specific companies, desired locations, job functions and the right people to contact for key information and access. 

To access this presentation or to view additional session descriptions, click here. Once you register, you will have access to all presentations.

*Each online presentation and submission of the PDA Credit Request form will count as one (1) PDA credit.