University at Buffalo (UB)
Graduate Professional Development for PhD Students
Earning a PhD can be a rigorous journey that demands years of intensive research. Regardless of which academic area you are studying, it is important to be prepared with the proper knowledge and tools to be successful in your program. We've compiled several resources to build your skillset in eight key areas: research & research impacts, teaching & mentoring, communication, career management, leadership, entrepreneurship & innovation, wellness & life balance, and equity & inclusion. Explore both internal and external resources for each category below.
Career Management & Self Development
Resources for career exploration strategies, job search strategies, CV writing, converting your CV to a resume, resume writing, alumni networking, career panels and more.
Communication
Find resources for writing, publishing, presentation skills, communicating your research, dissertation workshops and more.
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Find resources for entrepreneurship, intrapreneurship and innovation.
Equity & Inclusion
Resources on diversity statements, DEI training and more.
Leadership
Resources for team building, supervising, lab/group management, conflict resolution and more.
Research & Research Impacts
Get resources about grant writing, fellowships, study design, research ethics and more.
Teaching & Mentoring
Find resources to develop mentoring skills, teaching skill development, effective teaching for academic careers and more.
Wellness & Life Balance
Find resources for conflict management, stress management, financial management, time management, productivity and more.
Upcoming Events
The Graduate School co-sponsors a number of events for graduate and professional students. Our featured events are focused on networking, financial and mental wellness, career readiness and more. From workshops to seminars to world-renowned speakers, there are hundreds of opportunities to learn at UB. Visit the Events for Graduate and Professional Students page to view upcoming events and recordings to past workshops.