Monthly Archives: March 2010

Mar. 22nd – VIP Speaker Jim Turley

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A Conversation with Jim Turley, Chairman and CEO of Ernst & Young
March 22nd from 5:00-6:00 p.m. at the William C. Hogg Building, WCH 1.120

Please join us as Dean Gilligan interviews Jim Turley, chairman and CEO of Ernst & Young, on the many successes of his career. Jim Turley has worked to create a high-performance work environment with a highly visible leadership commitment to “Quality in Everything We Do.” His efforts have created a leading global professional services organization providing assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. Through his insight, students can gain advice on how to lead successful careers.

The event will consist of a presentation by Jim Turley followed by an open floor question and answer period. This event is open to all University of Texas at Austin students and staff, as well as the general public. Please arrive early as the event will begin promptly at 5:00 p.m. The series is organized and sponsored by the Undergraduate Business Council.

More information: http://www.mccombs.utexas.edu/news/speaker_series/Turley_BBA_03_10.asp

Career Presentations from the Career Exploration Center

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All events will be at the Career Exploration Center (CEC) in Jester A115. Please RSVP online at www.utexas.edu/student/cec/calendar.

  • The Many Paths to Becoming a Mental Health Professional
    Wednesday, March 3rd from 5-6 pm
    Are you considering a career as a counselor or psychotherapist? This presentation will compare the multiple paths to becoming a practitioner. Learn about the differences in graduate programs and licensing requirements and clarify your next steps. Students from all colleges who want to learn more about mental health careers are encouraged to attend.
  • Careers in Sports
    Thursday, March 11th from 5-6 pm
    Get in the game without going pro! Learn about career options in the world of sports and its supporting industries. This presentation is open to all students.
  • Exploring Green Careers
    Wednesday, March 31st from 5-6pm
    Explore the latest green careers, and learn how you can tailor your education and college experiences towards future career goals in this growing field. Students from all colleges are encouraged to attend.
  • Interested in ESL/EFL?
    Thursday, April 8th from 5-6:30 pm
    Whether you want to teach English abroad or here in the United States, this panel presentation will help answer your questions about this growing field and how to get started. Panelists include teachers who have taught in China, Japan, Poland and the United States. The presentation is open to all students.
  • Women and Career Choices
    Thursday, April 15th from 5-6:30 pm
    Learn about current workforce trends and factors impacting career decision-making and satisfaction for women. Explore what work/life balance means for you. Students from all colleges are encouraged to attend.

Mar 10th – Hong Kong and Thailand Info Session

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Have you considered studying abroad in Hong Kong or Thailand? Hear from international exchange students and returning McCombs study abroad students who will talk about what it is like to live and study in these exciting countries. BBA students have an opportunity to study abroad and earn business credit in Thailand at Thammasat University and in Hong Kong at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and at the Chinese University of Hong Kong!

Hong Kong and Thailand Country Info Session
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
12 – 1 p.m.
CBA 4.350

For more information about study abroad opportunities with BBA International Programs, please visit www.mccombs.utexas.edu/udean/ip. The deadline to apply to study abroad for Summer 2010, Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 is March 1st!

Mar 4th – Money Matters! Study Abroad Funding Session

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Thursday, March 4th, 3 – 4 p.m., UTC 4.132

Studying abroad can be affordable! This session is open to everyone interested in studying abroad and will cover the following topics:

– Get tips on how to plan ahead and find the best funding options
– Learn about the three primary areas of funding for study abroad
– Learn strategies to help you gauge the “real cost” of study abroad
– Discover how to be an active participant in finding the best funding

Career Presentations from the Career Exploration Center

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All events will be at the Career Exploration Center (CEC) in Jester A115. Please RSVP online at www.utexas.edu/student/cec/calendar.

  • The Many Paths to Becoming a Mental Health Professional
    Wednesday, March 3rd from 5-6 pm
    Are you considering a career as a counselor or psychotherapist? This presentation will compare the multiple paths to becoming a practitioner. Learn about the differences in graduate programs and licensing requirements and clarify your next steps. Students from all colleges who want to learn more about mental health careers are encouraged to attend.
  • Careers in Sports
    Thursday, March 11th from 5-6 pm
    Get in the game without going pro! Learn about career options in the world of sports and its supporting industries. This presentation is open to all students.
  • Exploring Green Careers
    Wednesday, March 31st from 5-6pm
    Explore the latest green careers, and learn how you can tailor your education and college experiences towards future career goals in this growing field. Students from all colleges are encouraged to attend.
  • Interested in ESL/EFL?
    Thursday, April 8th from 5-6:30 pm
    Whether you want to teach English abroad or here in the United States, this panel presentation will help answer your questions about this growing field and how to get started. Panelists include teachers who have taught in China, Japan, Poland and the United States. The presentation is open to all students.
  • Women and Career Choices
    Thursday, April 15th from 5-6:30 pm
    Learn about current workforce trends and factors impacting career decision-making and satisfaction for women. Explore what work/life balance means for you. Students from all colleges are encouraged to attend.