Program Overview

Introduction to the UNCG Global Career Accelerator

The UNCG Global Career Accelerator is a semester-long program offered in partnership with Podium Education, designed to provide students with real-world experience, certifications, and skills. This program allows students to add valuable experience to their resume for credit and gain access to an exclusive career network.

Program Benefits

The program offers several benefits, including:

• Field experience from top companies
• Experience using top industry tools
• 6 UNCG credits upon completion
• Certifications to make students stand out
• Access to an early career network

Career Acceleration

The Global Career Accelerator is designed to supercharge students' majors and prepare them for high-growth careers. The program is available for various fields, including:

• Business
• Social Sciences
• Natural Sciences
• Psychology
• Arts & Media
• Marketing
• Accounting
• Engineering & Tech

Field Experience and Certifications

Students can gain field experience from brand partners in areas such as:

• Digital Marketing
• Web Development
• Data Analytics
• Coding for Data
• Career Rotation

Program Impact

The Global Career Accelerator has helped over 10,000 students level up their careers. According to alumni reports:

• 95% report career benefits
• 84% say the program made their college degree more valuable
• 78% say the program made them a more competitive candidate for jobs

Partnership and Leadership

The UNCG Global Career Accelerator is offered in partnership with Podium Education, the leader in experiential learning. This partnership provides students with real-world, project-based experiences that prepare them for high-growth careers.