Personal Career Decision Making

We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: Looking back, what did you learn was different than you initially thought and expected prior to joining the workforce?

Here’s what they shared:

HR is More Than Just Talking to People
Private Equity is …

We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: Looking back, what do you wish you would have done more of while in school at W. P. Carey to better prepare for entering the workforce?

Here’s what they shared:

Network with Your Classmates
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We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: Why should students attend company information sessions?

Here’s are the reasons they shared:

Network
Discover New Opportunities
Build a Personal Relationship
Gain Name Recognition for Preferential Treatment
Learn Valuable Company Insights
Make Valuable Connections
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We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What are pros and cons of a career in consulting?

Here is what they shared:

Freedom to Choose and Create Your Niche & Difficulty in Acquiring the Right Experience
Experience & Expiration
Enjoy Variety …

We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What advice would you give to someone who is trying to choose between two career paths?

Here is what they shared:

Be Clear and Confident About Your Interests and Abilities
Imagine Yourself in Both …