Professionalism First! is a free, non-credit professional development program that aims to provide business students with the personal and interpersonal skills they need to succeed in today’s dynamic business world. The program was designed and is delivered by the Fogelman College of Business & Economics in conjunction with its strategic partner, First Tennessee Bank.

 

Professionalism First! promotes life-long career readiness and teaches business students how to improve their professional presence and image.

 

This industry-led program comprises three two-hour modules:

• Emotional Intelligence & Career Strategy
• Interviewing & Resume Writing
• Office Etiquette and Networking

Human Resource professionals from First Tennessee Bank assist in delivery of the program, which is open to junior and senior business majors who are in good academic standing.

 

The modules, starting September 20th, are taught at the Kemmons Wilson School of Hospitality & Resort Management at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Fridays during the fall and spring semesters.

 

Students who successfully complete the program are awarded a certificate from First Tennessee Bank denoting completion of all three modules. At the conclusion of the modules, students who successfully complete the program are invited to a networking reception with First Tennessee executives.

For more information on how to enroll and participate, contact Cayla Cook at cdcook1@memphis.edu or Kathy Tuberville at K.Tuberville@memphis.edu. You can also call 901-678-4740 for additional questions.

Professionalism First! is a Fogelman Promise Initiative through which students can earn the certificate of completion for Fogelman’s Professional Development Program.

Professionalism First! spring graduates enjoy meeting First Tennessee executives at a networking reception