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What MSC courses will advance your career the most?

One of the best parts of my job is talking with students about their career goals.  They come from a diverse background of professions and it makes my job ever changing.  Many of these career conversations revolve around what’s next.  One of the most compelling conversations you can have is where you see yourself in a few years.  Communication classes can be an important component in advancing your career.

stock-photo-16571937-knowledge-highlighted-under-trainingpaid-for-2Each of the communication classes you take while an MSC student can benefit you professionally.  There are several MSC courses that are continually popular with students and alumni. But I’d venture to say that each MSC course pushes students to continually refine their communication skills and directly implement them into their careers. 

What classes you should take are some of the most personal decisions you’ll make while at Northwestern. Are you interested in changing industries?  Have you been thinking of seeking a promotion?  Elements from each of your classes are building blocks that allow you to add to your value proposition.  Employers are always eager to hear what classes have impacted your thinking, changed your management style or reinforced an important concept.  Those classes can also fill a professional void if you are lacking a specific skill set.  Take classes that challenge you and get you out of your comfort zone.  That’s how we grow professionally.

Each of the classes you take will give you a new level of confidence and help you to advance in your career.

Michael Johnson
Associate Director
MSC External Programs, Internships, & Career Services