One-on-one career coaching for current MBA & graduate students

Maybe you've identified a goal: a new job, a promotion, a career change, or improving your networking skills. Maybe you're not sure what your next goal should be. Tippie Career Services can help. Contact us to get connected with your career coach who can guide you on the next steps to support your goals.

Admitted Master of Accountancy, Master of Business Analytics, Master of Finance, and Iowa MBA students have access to career advising services and resources throughout their student experience. We offer career coaching both virtually and in-person.

Schedule career coaching

Career Services online tools

Handshake

Handshake is a valuable resource to research your next move. This database lets you apply for open positions, find opportunities to network, and research companies. Registered students or alumni can access this powerful resource, where more than 550,000 employers post positions. Set up your profile. 

Beyond Graduate School

Beyond Graduate School is a one-of-a-kind, online platform that helps master’s students make the most out of their investment and build their careers. From video lessons on career exploration, to writing application materials, to interviewing and negotiating for that next career step — Beyond Grad School helps master’s students through each stage of their job search.

Big Interview

Virtual interview practice software for developing and strengthening your interview skills. Record, get feedback, and practice with virtual interview video tutorials to strengthen your interview skills. Dig into “fast track” and "mastery track" lessons to get interview-ready quickly, and use the tools of Big Interview to get inside the head of any interviewer and prove you’re the candidate for the job. Get started.

Career Leader

In an increasingly varied and porous global economy, self-awareness and a career vision are sources of competitive advantage. CareerLeader’s data-driven insights help business students and rising executives make better career choices and decisions. You are required to meet with a Career Coach before receiving account information.

CaseCoach

Tippie students have free access to CaseCoach, the world's #1 interview prep platform. CaseCoach enhances case interview preparation for students, providing access to comprehensive courses, libraries, and practice drills. Email your Career Coach to learn more.

Case Interviewing Webinar

Three members of Tippie's Young Alumni Board shared their experiences and recommendations for how to prepare for case interviews and what to expect in the process. This session demystifies the case interview process and helps build your confidence in interviews! View the recording.

International Job Search

GoinGlobal is a one-stop resource for empowering Tippie international students and alumni global professionals. Its data-driven portal provides international students and job candidates with all the resources needed to thrive on your professional journey.

Jobscan

Jobscan highlights crucial keywords, skills, and qualifications employers are looking for. By tailoring your resume to match each job posting, you'll stand out against Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and catch recruiters' attention. Let Jobscan be your guide to unlocking more interview opportunities and landing your ideal job. Say goodbye to missed chances and hello to a brighter career future with Jobscan! Email your Career Coach for more information.

LinkedIn Learning*

LinkedIn Learning offers online courses across a variety of topics for every step of your career, by instructors with real-world experience.

*Visit these sites for information on certifications through individual programs. Please note that these courses and certifications are not offered as part of a University of Iowa degree program and do not count toward coursework.

Resume tips

Downloadable resume templates

Choose the best template for you from the list below or download a .zip file of all five templates. Each template will download as a Word document.

• Template 1 (MFIN & MAc Resume) - Suggested format for Master of Finance and Master of Accountancy students
• Template 2 (MSBA & MAc Resume) - Suggested format for Master of Business Analytics and Master of Accountancy students
• Template 3 (MSBA Technical Resume) - Suggested format for Master of Business Analytics students wanting to highlight technical skills.
• Template 4 (Two-Page Resume) - For students with more work experience. If using a second page, be sure to fill at least 1/3 of it with valuable content.
• Template 5 (Functional Resume) - Organized around professional skills rather than a chronological overview of previous positions. This format can be especially valuable for career pivots, job seekers with employment gaps, or candidates with highly specialized skills.

For guidance on building your CV, please visit the Pomerantz Center's CV overview.