Units | Career Development Centre (CDC)
The Career Development Centre (CDC) is a space where aspirations are refined, talents are cultivated, and futures are shaped. The Centre provides a dynamic suite of innovative programs, services, and resources tailored to empower Mastercard Foundation Scholars and Alumni at KNUST to navigate the complexities of the modern professional world. Through strategic partnerships with industry leaders and campus stakeholders, the CDC bridges the gap between academia and the workforce. Scholars are not only equipped with the skills and experiences needed to excel but are also encouraged to think boldly, innovate, and lead with purpose in their respective fields. CDC’s initiatives serve as a compass that guides Scholars towards fulfilling careers that align with their passions and potentials. The Career Development Centre fulfils its mission by empowering Scholars to become architects of change, catalysts for progress, and champions of development across Africa and beyond.
How We Help
We provide resources, programs, and services at every stage of the career planning process. We help Mastercard Foundation Scholars and Alumni at KNUST;
Our Services
» Careers and Jobs/Internships
» Quick Query Hours for shorter career questions
» Career Appointments for:
- Career Counselling
- Critique of Resume, CV, Cover Letter, or LinkedIn Profile
- Mock Interview
- Self-Assessment
» Job and Internship Postings
» Workshops, Events, Panel Discussions
» On-Campus Recruiting
» Up-to-date list of Career Fairs and Company Presentations
» Online Workshops
» Online Career Tools
» Career Handbook
» Mailing Lists:
» Internships Mailing List
» Career Opportunities for Graduate Students/Alumni
Applying to Graduate School
» Drop-ins and Advising Appointments for:
» Essay Critiques
» Practice School Interviews
» Graduate School Advice
» Career Opportunities for Graduate Students
Employer Services:
» Manage On-Campus Recruitment
» Jobs and Internship Postings
» Facilitate Company Presentations on Campus through the ‘Meet the Expert’ Initiative
» Organize and Host Career Fair and Annual Employer Symposium
» Collect and Provide Student Employment Data
» Advertising Employment Opportunities via Email and Social Media

