About the Course
Discover the pros and cons of a career in academia. Learn about traditional career pathways and job opportunities within the four main types of academic institutions. This course will help you:
- Identify trends in higher education
- Differentiate between types of higher-education institutions
- Differentiate between types higher-education positions
What You Will Learn
After completion of the course, attendees will be able to:
- Decide if a career in academia is right for them
- Understand higher education employment paths
- Develop a framework for an academic job search
Who Should Attend
This course is a part of the ACS Careers Pathways Series and is designed for members undertaking or considering a job search in academia.
Course Outline
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Key Topics
- Assessing values and interests
- Trends in higher education
- College and university classification
- Types of positions in higher education
- Evaluation and Tenure Decisions
- Faculty responsibilities
- Non-tenure track academic positions
Dates, Locations, and Prices
Online Live
| Early Bird | Full Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Member(Premium Package) | Free | |
| Member or Associate(Standard or Basic Package) | N/A | N/A |
| Non-Member | N/A | N/A |