MA Career Guidance and Development

The Career Guidance and Development MA course at the University of Derby is designed for those who are aiming for a professional role related to career guidance. This course equips participants with the necessary skills and understanding of the field in order to establish a successful career in this industry. Course Content: The course fosters an in-depth understanding of career theories and models, as well as their applications. It explores external and internal environments that influence careers of individuals and communities. In addition, it includes practical activities such as analyzing case studies and conducting research projects, that provide essential hands-on experience.Key Modules: Some of the key modules include 'Career Theory', 'Career and Talent Management', 'Ethics and Professionalism', 'Assessment for Career Guidance and Development', and 'Contemporary Issues and the Future of Career Guidance and Development'.Accreditations: The program is validated by the Career Development Institute (CDI), and graduates can apply for the CDI's Qualification in Career Guidance or their Register of Career Development Professionals, provided they have a relevant degree and have completed a minimum of 60 days suitable work experience.Future Careers: Graduates of this course have the potential to pursue various roles in areas such as career counseling, career coaching, human resource management, talent management, and policy making.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.