Career Resources for Students and Alumni
At the Raymond A. Mason School of Business, our online graduate business students are highly engaged professionals seeking to enrich and accelerate their careers. We’re committed to providing comprehensive career support to degree-seeking students throughout their academic journeys. Certain resources are also available to alumni.
No matter which online graduate business program you are enrolled in, you’ll have full access to a robust suite of career development resources, networking opportunities.
Career Outcomes
William & Mary’s online graduate business programs are designed to create well-rounded, forward-thinking leaders who can build careers that are fulfilling and lucrative. Check out the salary outcomes for our MBA and MSBA graduates:
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Career Services
Graduate Career Management Center (GCMC)
The Graduate Career Management Center (GCMC) serves as your central hub for career development resources. As an online student, you have full access to this comprehensive suite of services, including one-on-one advising, workshops, online resources and job search tools.
Self-service tools you will have access to as an online student include:
- Handshake platform for scheduling appointments with your career coach, job opportunities and event notifications
- AI-powered resume tools that scan job descriptions and suggest targeted improvements to help resumes pass applicant tracking systems
- Virtual interview preparation platforms like Big Interview, where students can practice answering questions and receive feedback
- A leading global resource for those with an interest in recruiting, consulting, interview preparation and skills training
Career Advising and Education
Our GCMC counselors are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals through personalized support:
- Personalized Career Advising: Meet with a dedicated advisor to explore career paths, develop job search strategies, and build your understanding of personal branding
- Resume & Interview Preparation: Receive expert guidance on writing targeted resumes, preparing effectively for interviews and negotiating job offers
- Classes and Workshops: Participate in a variety of sessions focused on interviewing techniques, job fair preparation, resume writing and industry-specific information. These sessions are live-streamed and/or recorded for convenient access
Networking Opportunities
The GCMC organizes various networking and recruiting events throughout the year. Visit the School of Business’s calendar of events for current details and participation information.
Virtual Networking
We offer numerous ways to build meaningful professional connections regardless of your location:
ONLINE NETWORKING HOURS
Participate in monthly text-based chats with fellow members of the William & Mary Tribe. These hour-long sessions allow you to connect quickly and effectively from anywhere in the world using your computer or mobile device. You’ll receive a transcript of your conversations after each event, making it easy to follow up with new connections. When available, online networking hours will be advertised at the link below.
ONE NETWORK
The W&M One Network platform brings together the entire William & Mary community for global professional networking. Gain exclusive access to mentorship opportunities and career resources while giving back to the W&M community.
In-Person Events
BREAKFAST & BUSINESS CARDS
Connect with alumni through industry-focused discussions at regional networking events. Whether you’re looking for new business opportunities, pitching a startup concept or simply expanding your W&M network, these events help you connect with Tribe professionals across various fields.
Alumni Resources & Benefits
The connections you build as a student will remain with you for life. Both your program cohort and those who graduated before you serve as invaluable connections for future opportunities.
Continued Learning
- Entrepreneurial thinking
- Digital business trends
- Virtual team management
- Conflict resolution strategies
These recorded webinars are accessible through our YouTube channel, providing hours of content to elevate your current position and work-related perspectives.
Watch Alumni Webinars
Alumni Association Benefits
- Service discounts
- Library resource access
- Transcript request services
- Travel opportunities
- Career services for life
- Regional alumni events
Explore All Alumni Benefits
Contact Information
Graduate Career Management Center
William & Mary Alumni Association
Phone: 757-221-1842
Email: alumni@wm.edu
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I access career services while still completing my degree program?
How do online students participate in networking events?
Do I lose access to career services after graduation?
How do I prepare for an initial meeting with a career counselor?
More Than a Degree.
This Is Your Launchpad.
A William & Mary education is not just a degree but a unique connection to a tight-knit community of students, alumni, bold educators and driven, principled, connected leaders. Build your brand with a university known for breaking barriers, championing integrity and channeling academic grit since its inception.
The Raymond A. Mason School of Business imparts essential business knowledge and builds the dynamic mindset necessary to lead in today’s challenging and rapidly changing business environment. As an online graduate business student, you will:
✓ Graduate with the perspective to envision and enact positive
change
✓ Access mentorship and experiential learning opportunities
✓ Receive personalized career support
✓ Build a lasting network to bolster your career for years to
come
This will only take a moment.
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- Based on a limited sample of self-reported data from alumni of W&M’s Online MBA program from graduating cohorts between 2015 and 2024
- Based on a limited sample of self-reported data from alumni of William & Mary’s Online MSBA program from graduating cohorts between 2021 and 2024