Career Compass is a comprehensive professional development program designed to provide business students with the necessary knowledge, skills and experiences needed to be competitive in today's job market.
Program Basics
- Requirement: All incoming undergraduate students starting in fall 2024 are required to participate in Career Compass. It will be optional for continuing and graduate students.
- How it Works: Accumulate points by engaging in activities inside and outside the classroom, such as workshops, leadership roles, internships and more.
- Customization and Tracking: Personalize your experience with activities that align with your unique career path and track your progress through the gamified Career Compass app in Suitable.
- Transcript Notation: Once you complete the Career Compass program by achieving the required points, you'll be automatically enrolled in GBA 1010 (no cost and no additional requirements) so this achievement can be recorded on your academic transcript.
By participating in Career Compass, you'll gain the confidence, skills and experience needed to stand out from your peers and be well-prepared to enter the workforce.
Questions?
Carlos Alvarez Student Success Center
Business Building, Room 2.01.08
Monday through Friday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
AlvarezSSC@utsa.edu
210-458-2200
Get Started with Career Compass
Download the Suitable app to track career experiences and earn points, or use the button below for login instructions.
Why Participate?
- Develop Marketable Skills: Build employer-valued competencies for your resume and interviews.
- Expand Your Network: Connect with industry leaders and alumni.
- Personalized Guidance: Receive support from the Carlos Alvarez Student Success Center to navigate your career journey.
Career Competencies
Career Compass is designed to help students gain the skills and experiences that employers value most. Inspired by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) career readiness framework, the program connects classroom learning with real-world experiences that prepare students for today's workforce. By participating in Career Compass activities, students build confidence, demonstrate their readiness to employers and take an active role in shaping their future careers. Points earned through these competency areas count toward the Career Compass Badge and help fulfill the graduation requirement for undergraduate students entering in Fall 2024 or later.
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Student Success Resources
Want to succeed at UT San Antonio and in life? The Alvarez Student Success Center is your first stop for career resources for business students.
How to Connect
- Attend one of their weekly workshops or events
- Drop in to their pop-up sessions located on the second floor at the Student Success Center
- Need more time or have a more complicated question? Schedule a one-one-one meeting in person or online with a staff member.
Student Code of Conduct
The Alvarez College of Business is committed to developing future leaders with strong ethical standards. When using university resources, all students must uphold professional conduct and integrity, as outlined in the University’s Student Code of Conduct. For more details on student discipline and conduct, please visit the Student Conduct and Community Standards website.
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