About the module
Jul. 30, 2018—Business principles affect all organizations. In today’s highly competitive and highly complicated working environments, understanding these principles gives leaders and managers a strategic advantage, enabling them to handle situations more effectively and make decisions more effectively. This module is a unique distillation of the tools and skills needed to be successful in business, whether your business...
Syllabus
Jul. 30, 2018—The module will meet most Wednesdays from 8:00-10:00 a.m., January 13 – April 11. There will be a required 1/2 day retreat the afternoon of Monday, February 29. The module will be a mix of interactive didactic sessions (pre-retreat) and small team-based projects with short lectures on project management and problem-solving, (post-retreat). Due to the interactive nature of this course,...
Time commitment
Jul. 30, 2018—This module is designed to provide an efficient introduction to practical business concepts and tools. The total time commitment for this module is about 4-5 hours/week, including in-class meetings and out-of-class readings. For the first half of the module (January 13-February 24), the module will consist of interactive didactic sessions. Each didactic session will require 1-2 hours...
Certificate of Completion
Jul. 30, 2018—All participants in this module will receive a Certificate of Completion at the end. By including the Certificate of Completion for this module on your CV, you demonstrate interest in business and management principles and introductory training on the topic. It's also a great conversation starter with prospective employers!
Alumni Spotlight: Anuraag Sarangi
Jul. 30, 2018—by Courtney Anthony-Bricker, graduate student Anuraag Sarangi is the quintessential alumni success story. After Dr. Sarangi earned his Ph.D. in neuroscience from Vanderbilt University in 2009, he completed a brief stint as a postdoc at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. From there, he transitioned into his current role of strategic consultant for...
Professionalism Policy
Jul. 30, 2018—The BRET Office of Career Development ASPIRE Program provides the right tools for your career development toolbox so that you are equipped for the job search. We provide services but these resources should be treated with respect. Here are our recommendations regarding what it looks like to act professionally, since that process begins now: ...
ASPIRE to Connect 2016
Jul. 30, 2018—ASPIRE to Connect: Building Professional Relationships Monday, March 14, 2016 1:00-4:00 pm, Light Hall 208 ASPIRE to Connect is a half day workshop aimed at building professional relationships. Gain practical tips and learn techniques to meet new people and cultivate authentic professional connections. This event has passed but check out the slides from the event. Dr. Hankel...
2011-13 Archive
Jul. 30, 2018—2011-2012 Series 2012-2013 Series
2013-15 Archive
Jul. 30, 2018—2013-14 Series 2014-15 Series
Alumni Spotlight: Erika Adkins Scholl
Jul. 30, 2018—The BRET Office of Career Development presents Alumni Spotlight, an interview with a former BRET PhD student or post-doc and written by a current BRET trainee. Hear how Vanderbilt has shaped an alumnus’s career path, skill set, and network, as well as what career advice they have to give. For more information or if you are...
Alumni Spotlight: Nicole Garbarini
Jul. 30, 2018—Alumni Spotlight: Nicole Garbarini By Lehanna Sanders If asked about the most important skill a PhD in Biomedical Sciences could have, most people would not say communication. However, that is what Vanderbilt alumna Dr. Nicole Garbarini is truly passionate about. She is currently the Media and Policy Communications Specialist at the NIH Office of Extramural...
Alumni Spotlight: Kathy Goss
Jul. 30, 2018—The BRET Office of Career Development presents Alumni Spotlight, an interview with a former BRET PhD student or post-doc and written by a current BRET trainee. Hear how Vanderbilt has shaped an alumnus’s career path, skill set, and network, as well as what career advice they have to give. For more information or if you are...
Alumni Spotlight: Michael Holinstat
Jul. 30, 2018—The BRET Office of Career Development presents Alumni Spotlight, an interview with a former BRET PhD student or post-doc and written by a current BRET trainee. Hear how Vanderbilt has shaped an alumnus’s career path, skill set, and network, as well as what career advice they have to give. For more information or if you are...
Alumni Spotlight: Kim Korwek
Jul. 30, 2018—By Rubin Baskir Writing is an integral part of the scientific process. Kim Korwek is an example of a graduate student who used her writing expertise to begin a career in the field of medical writing. Before graduating in 2009, Kim gained practical writing experience through work she did with the Vanderbilt Editors Club, Life...
Alumni Spotlight: Florence Marlow
Jul. 30, 2018—Alumni Spotlight: Florence Marlow Written by Hannah Hankins, Graduate Student, Department of Biological Sciences Florence Marlow is currently an Associate Professor in the Departments of Developmental & Molecular Biology and Neuroscience at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, NY. Dr. Marlow is an alumna of Vanderbilt University where she received her Ph.D. in the...
Alumni Spotlight: Amy Moore
Jul. 30, 2018—The BRET Office of Career Development presents Alumni Spotlight, an interview with a former BRET PhD student and post-doc and written by a current trainee. Hear how Vanderbilt has shaped an alumnus's career path, skill set, and network, as well as what career advice they have to give. For more information or if you are...
Alumni Spotlight: Ray Price
Jul. 30, 2018—The BRET Office of Career Development presents Alumni Spotlight, an interview with a former BRET PhD student or post-doc and written by a current BRET trainee. Hear how Vanderbilt has shaped an alumnus’s career path, skill set, and network, as well as what career advice they have to give. For more information or if you are...
Alumni Spotlight: Jud Schneider
Jul. 30, 2018—The BRET Office of Career Development presents Alumni Spotlight, an interview with a former BRET PhD student or post-doc and written by a current BRET trainee. Hear how Vanderbilt has shaped an alumnus’s career path, skill set, and network, as well as what career advice they have to give. To read other Alumni Spotlight articles, visit...
Alumni Spotlight: Susanne Tranguch
Jul. 30, 2018—The BRET Office of Career Development presents Alumni Spotlight, an interview with a former BRET PhD student or post-doc and written by a current BRET trainee. Hear how Vanderbilt has shaped an alumnus’s career path, skill set, and network, as well as what career advice they have to give. For more information or if you are...
PhD Career Connections: 2011-2012 Seminar Descriptions
Jul. 30, 2018— August 9, 2011: From Academics to Economic Development: A Journey Down the Non-Traditional Career Path September 13, 2011: Biotechnology September 30, 2011: Science Policy December 14, 2011: Nonprofit Grants Management January 16, 2012: Entrepreneurship February 8, 2012: Clinical Research Management March 20, 2012: Regulatory Affairs April 10, 2012: Business of Healthcare May 29, 2012:...