ACADEMIC YEAR 2024 - 2025
Undergraduate Center for Career Development Annual Report
VISION & MISSION
The Vision and Mission are grounded in Babson's strategy to create entrepreneurial leaders creating economic and social value, everywhere.
Vision:
We help students launch fulfilling careers that speak to the intersectionality of their identities and their business education to foster sustainable economic and social value within a global community.
Mission:
We empower students to explore, identify, and achieve their personal and professional goals We provide inclusive career advising and education services and innovative programs that build a foundation for career readiness, enabling students to access unique career opportunities and cultivate meaningful connections.
We engage Babson faculty, staff, alumni, and friends as
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Dear Babson Community,
As I reflect on the past academic year, I’m filled with admiration and appreciation for our Undergraduate CCD team and the many partners across campus who make our work possible Together, we’ve continued to elevate career education at Babson in ways that empower students to launch meaningful careers and become entrepreneurial leaders who create, grow, and steward sustainable economic and social value everywhere.
This year, we were honored to receive a prestigious Career Spark award from Handshake, recognizing our team’s excellence in data and analytics. Building our capacity to use data to inform our practices has been an ongoing imperative. This commitment is exemplified by our new Undergraduate Career Outcomes Dashboard, which allows students to discover deeper insights into the employment, salary, and graduate school plans of their peers. By helping students make informed decisions about their careers, the dashboard has become an essential tool in our career advising. This work has also opened doors for us to share Babson’s entrepreneurial approach to career advising and education with national and regional audiences you’ll read more about that in the At the Forefront section A summary of the Class of 2024’s outcomes is included in the following pages
You'll also find updates on our career advising and employer programs from the past year in this report. We were thrilled to once again partner with our Gold Sponsors, EY and PwC, throughout this year. Their personalized engagement strategies in the classroom, at recruiting events, and through career education opportunities do result in continued strong hiring.
We could not accomplish all that we do on our own. Our Employer Advisory Board has been instrumental in guiding our recruiting programs. To our many faculty and staff collaborators, employer partners, and alumni, thank you for allowing us to leverage synergies to support our students’ career ambitions You may have heard me say that “Career Outcomes Are Everybody’s Business” – if you’d like to get more involved, let’s talk.
Ann McAdam Griffin Director, Center for Career Development
Caroline Hayes Senior Associate Director Employer Relations & Operations
Andrew Kiritsy Associate Director Operations & Business Analytics
Hao He Associate Director Career Advising & Education
Ann McAdam Griffin Director
Larinda Cole Senior Associate Director Inclusive Partnerships + Advising
Evan DeBiase Assistant Director Career Advising & Education
Chris Fernandes Administrative Assistant
Moira Callahan Marketing & Communications Specialist
Lee Goldstein Senior Associate Director Career Advision & Education
MEETING STUDENTS WHERE THEY ARE
Career advising and education is the heart of CCD's engagement with students CCD supports students in their career aspirations by pr exploration, expe
SUPERCHARGING CAREERS WITH AI EXPANDING ACCESS TO INTERNSHIPS
Career advisers hosted a series of highimpact AI-integrated programs to equip students with strategic tools to stand out in today’s competitive market Notable events included “Career Fair Prep with AI,” “Amplify the Career Fair with AI,” and the Pokémon-themed “Networking: Gotta Catch’em All with AI.” Developed in collaboration with the Babson AI Club, these programs fostered peer engagement and innovation in career readiness Additional programming such as the “Gen AI Career Workshop”
Internships are crucial for students in providing hands-on experience, industry exposure, and valuable networking opportunities. These experiences help students develop essential skills and gain a better understanding of their chosen field. However, many internships are unpaid, which can be a barrier for some students This is why the Intern Sponsorship Award, which provides
Career Advising and Education
networking, interview prep, and more! To ensure students have easy access to career guidance and support, we are
introduced students to emerging tools and strategies for career success. CCD’s longstanding use of AI tools like VMock has helped students optimize resumes and build confidence in their applications Today, AI tools supercharge career progress by shaping advising, programming, and outcomes across class years and backgrounds. Hao He’s many presentations this year have positioned Babson as a thought leader among colleges and universities.
funding for students in unpaid internships, is vital. It ensures that all students, regardless of their financial situation, can take advantage of these opportunities. Students who receive ISA funding complete a series of career education assignments. These assignments help them set career goals and reflect on their experiences, further preparing them for their future careers
EMPLOYER RELATIONS
If career advising is the heart of CCD, employer engagement is the pulse Stop by LGRAC on September 18 and you'll feel the energy and excitement when our students and employers come together
The Employer Relations team plays a crucial role in connecting students with internships, jobs, and employers. Through a variety of events, we directly advance two high-impact career practices: understanding career opportunities and networking with employers
This year, we hosted two flagship Business Career Fairs and various industry-focused events, creating direct pipelines between students and employers These events provided
hundreds of students with valuable opportunities to explore career paths, build professional networks, and engage with top companies across sectors By offering expert-led panels, career readiness workshops, and targeted outreach, we supported students in developing the tools and confidence needed to navigate today’s job market. Our Employer Sponsorship Program also gained momentum, offering partners enhanced visibility and personalized engagement strategies. We extend our sincere appreciation to EY and PwC for their ongoing sponsorship and commitment to developing future business leaders
EMPLOYER ADVISORY BOARD
The Employer Advisory Board at CCD continues to play a vital role in shaping our strategic direction and strengthening the alignment between Babson’s career services and evolving industry demands. Comprised of HR leaders, and alumni from a wide range of sectors, the Board provides insights into hiring trends, workforce expectations, and the skills most in demand.
Through engagement, the Board has helped us refine our programming to better prepare students for success in a dynamic job market and be equipped with the practical competencies employers seek We extend our sincere appreciation to all Board members for their time, insight, and partnership:
– Steve McMann, Accenture
– Courtney Duran, AlphaSights
– Tom Wang, BDO Consulting Group
– Anna Ivashko, Clarkston Consulting
– Dan Marques, Crocs / Hey Dude
– Chris Maher, EY
– Sandra Hart, Fidelity Investments
– Sophia Cue, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
– Alice Aluko-McCrimmon and Bedilia Ramirez, Management Leadership for Tomorrow
– Brandon Eigenberg, Precision Private Wealth
– Elizabeth Fitzula and Brian Moccio, PwC
– Caitlin Scannell, SnapADU
– Belinda Jessup, Staples
– Kristine Shatas, Wayfair
CCD’S EVOLVING TREK PROGRAM
CCD's Employer Site Visit, or Trek, program expanded its reach and destinations, allowing more students to participate than ever before Many students come to Babson unable to imagine what lies inside the towering skyscrapers they see, let alone envision themselves working in those buildings.
Our employer treks provide students with the opportunity to learn about industry and career opportunities, improve networking, and engage with alumni. Students undergo a rigorous application and preparation process to participate in
these experiences. Our treks focus on some of the top industries and locations that Babson undergrads pursue. We've run a Finance trek in NYC for many years, and added a Real Estate track this year Retail and Marketing remain top industries among Babson students, and while in NYC for the National Retail Federation Conference, students met with alumni at Stantt and L'Oreal. We continue to expand our trek program to other hubs including Boston, Miami and London. Thank you to the employers we visited this past year (see employers below)
“ it truly felt like a deep dive into the co and the industry, and I feel much more confident with not only the recruitment process, but myself as well ”
- Kenichi Fujiwara ‘26
e firms and networking opportunities were truly invaluable in providing me with an even deeper understanding of the industry. I am excited to leverage the contacts that I made to further my understanding of the industry through mentorship opportunities..."
- Cristina Gonzalez ‘26
RECOGNITION FOR STRATEGIC USE OF DATA
CCD continues to amplify its influence well beyond the walls of campus, engaging regional and national audiences with thought leadership and sharing strategies to integrate Babson's ET&A® framework into career development. CCD’s data-driven strategy earned a Career Spark Award from Handshake, placing Babson in the top 2% of over 1,500 institutions. Director Ann
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CAREER STRATEGIES
McAdam Griffin joined a panel as part of Handshake's Career Spark Awards Webinar Series: Reporting, analytics, and First Destination Survey Ann also represented Babson at Access, Handshake’s annual conference focused on shaping the future workforce. She was a panelist for Sparking Success: Lessons from Award Winning Career Centers.
Hao He presented her work integrating Babson’s ET&A® framework with AI tools to address visa challenges, cultural nuances, and U.S. job market expectations. Developed in collaboration with Babson Academy colleagues, Hao presented
Creating an Entrepreneurial Job Search Strategy for International Students at the National Career Development Association Conference, Interstride Symposium, Career Counselor's Consortium Northeast, and Tufts University.
CCD's approach to inclusive excellence is grounded in practical strategies that expand access and improve outcomes At the 2024 Career Equity Conference hosted by Suffolk University, former Associate Director Brenda Kostyk presented Standing Your Ground: Amplifying Commitment to Career Equity & Inclusion Amidst Challenges. Recognizing the heightened mental health
needs of all students, including marginalized groups, Brenda discussed embedding wellbeing into career programming. The session showcased Babson’s ET&A® approach as a tool for navigating shifting legal and economic landscapes, emphasizing inclusion, belonging, and mental health as foundations for career success
At Babson, we leverage real-world experiences to provide students with the professional skills and competencies they’ll need to make a difference throughout their careers.
97.7% employed, continuing education, or in military or service programs
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$77,681
Average starting salary
85% of graduates report having at least 1 internship while enrolled at Babson
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GEOGRAPHIC LOCATIONS
Babson grads are creating value in 29 countries, as well as 30 U.S states, Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico.