Embrace that ✨Corporate-Core✨ Aesthetic

Happening Monday, February 23 – Friday, February 27, 2026

Featuring several events and challenges related to various aspects of professional presentation, including: Professional Attire, Body Language, Interview Preparation, Online Presence, Networking Tips, The Video Interview, Small Talk Challenge, Personal Branding, and more!

 

What Your Interview Outfit Says About You…Whether You Want It to or Not! 

My very first job out of college was as a marketing and publicity assistant at a book publishing house in New York City. I loved that job. I was a good fit for the organization and adored my colleagues and …

By Rachel Wasdyke
Rachel Wasdyke Director, Corporate Engagement & Strategic Communications
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Persistence or Pestering? 7 Tips to Network Without Being a Nuisance

Every once in a while, an alum or employer will report back to someone in the Career Strategies and Engagement Center that a student is contacting them in an inappropriate manner. Usually this stems from too much outreach or from …

By Rachel Wasdyke
Rachel Wasdyke Director, Corporate Engagement & Strategic Communications
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The Power of Small Talk: A Career-Boosting Tool for International Business School Students

Frank Fessenden, Executive Director of Corporate Relations, discusses the art of small talk in this CSE Connect Original blog post.

As a student at Brandeis International Business School, you’re constantly honing your skills in finance, strategy, and leadership. But there’s …

By Frank Fessenden
Frank Fessenden Executive Director
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CSE Professional Appearance and Attire Guide

What’s the difference between “Business Formal” and “Business Casual”? What should I wear on an Industry Trek? Is there such thing as smelling TOO good at work? Dressing and presenting yourself appropriately according to the stated dress code and or/industry …

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To Tie or (K)not to Tie

Inspired by our Annual Professional Presentation Week (February 12 – February 16, 2024), the CSE Team has created a blog series to highlight important topics related to the various aspects of professional presentation. These will be published throughout the month of …

By Frank Fessenden
Frank Fessenden Executive Director
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Tuesday 9AM-5PM
Wednesday 9AM-5PM
Thursday 9AM-5PM
Friday 9AM-5PM