Henley-Putnam University Hosts Free Career Networking Webinar
San Jose, CA (PRWEB) June 22, 2009 -- Today, Henley-Putnam University, the country's leading accredited online institution specializing in the field of Strategic Security, announced it will offer a free webinar to train current and prospective students in using LinkedIn, the popular professional networking site, to advance their careers. The webinar, which takes place on Tuesday, June 30, will address how to use LinkedIn to identify career opportunities, prepare for job interviews, extend their professional networks, and gather valuable, up-to-date information about Strategic Security.
"With the current state of employment in this country, it's more important than ever that students are armed with resources, like LinkedIn, to succeed in a competitive marketplace," said Michael Corcoran, PhD, Henley-Putnam University president and former U.S. Secret Service agent.
The LinkedIn webinar, Using LinkedIn to Advance Your Career in Strategic Security, is one of many career resources offered by Henley-Putnam. The university's mentoring program assigns degree students with a high-level faculty or an expert mentor to support them in making career decisions. In addition, through its online career portal (www.Henley-Putnam.edu/715-286-d714.htm), Henley-Putnam helps students research careers, explore university programs, prepare for a job search (i.e., develop resume and cover letter), locate potential employers and gain basic knowledge of the Strategic Security field.
"There are so many great opportunities for those interested in Strategic Security," added Dr. Corcoran. "For people seeking leadership positions in government agencies, the private sector, nonprofits, think tanks or the military, our programs and career resources are invaluable."
Using LinkedIn to Advance Your Career in Strategic Security will take place Tuesday, June 30, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. PDT. Those interested in attending the webinar should register at www2.gotomeeting.com/register/850538011. The webinar is open to prospective and current Henley-Putnam students.
Henley-Putnam is a leading, accredited, online university offering degree programs and certificates in Intelligence Management, Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies, and the Management of Personal Protection. Additionally, the university offers a doctorate degree in Strategic Security, a multidisciplinary approach to understanding security at the local, national, and global level.
For more information on Henley-Putnam University's certificate and degree programs, please call admissions at 888.852.8746 or visit http://www.Henley-Putnam.edu.
About Henley-Putnam University:
Founded in August 2001, Henley-Putnam University is a leading educational institution in the field of Strategic Security. The University offers accredited online Bachelor, Master of Science Degrees in Intelligence Management, Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies, and the Management of Personal Protection, a Doctoral Degree Program in Strategic Security, and most recently added new Certificate Programs. Henley-Putnam prepares law enforcement, military, intelligence community, and private industry professionals with the network, skills, and insights to advance in their careers and protect the future. Henley-Putnam University, which is committed to building a student and alumni network that will serve its community, is an accredited member of DETC (www.detc.org) and offers 125 courses taught by hands-on faculty members from renowned organizations such as the CIA and FBI. For more information on Henley-Putnam University, call 888.852.8746.
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