The Journey
Embark on a transformative journey with us at Inroads to Tech. Our program mirrors the comprehensive curriculum of MBA programs, customized to meet the unique demands of the tech industry. From Personal Development and Career Planning, akin to foundational MBA courses in Leadership and Teamwork, to Crafting Your Narrative, aligned with Marketing principles, each module equips you with essential skills for success in the competitive job market. Through our tailored approach, you'll receive a comprehensive education that prepares you for the challenges and opportunities of the tech industry.
Typical Program Outline
Holistic means total mind, body, spiritual, and social alignment. We have curated a program to assess, acquire, and optimize soft and hard skills, coupled with adherence to the disciplines that are typical of most MBA programs, we aim to equip you with the tools and know-how to empower success throughout your entire career, no matter where you are when you begin your journey with us.
Personal Development and Career Planning
Focus: Leadership and Teamwork
Alignment with MBA: Similar to foundational MBA courses in leadership and organizational behavior, this module emphasizes personal development, self-awareness, and effective teamwork.
Curating Your Personal Narrative
Focus: Marketing
Alignment with MBA: This module aligns with marketing principles taught in MBA programs, teaching participants to create a compelling personal brand and narrative to effectively market themselves in the competitive job market.
Technical Skills and Job Search Strategies
Focus: Operations and Technology Management
Alignment with MBA: Reflective of MBA courses in operations management, this module provides practical skills for job searching and leveraging technology tools efficiently, akin to managing operational processes in a business setting.
Job Application Essentials, Interviewing, and Negotiation
Focus: Finance (with elements of Marketing and Operations)
Alignment with MBA: Incorporating aspects of finance, marketing, and operations, this module mirrors MBA courses that cover financial analysis, marketing strategy, and operational efficiency, all essential for successful job applications, interviews, and negotiations.
Career Progression and Professional Growth
Focus: Leadership and Teamwork (with elements of Economics)
Alignment with MBA: Similar to MBA courses in leadership development and strategic management, this module emphasizes leadership skills, teamwork, and understanding economic factors affecting career progression.
Reflection and Review
Focus: Accountability and Ethics
Alignment with MBA: This module aligns with MBA courses on ethics and corporate responsibility, emphasizing accountability to oneself and ethical considerations in career development, akin to the ethical standards upheld in business practices.
Mentoring Program
Three months of transformative group mentoring (post cohort completion) supplemented with two (2) individual one-on-one sessions. Guided by those who have been in your shoes and are currently where you want to be (working in tech), our group mentoring sessions provide a collaborative environment where you can gain insights, share experiences, and build valuable connections with peers. Additionally, benefit from personalized guidance and support through individual sessions tailored to your specific goals and needs. With mentoring seamlessly integrated into our program, you'll receive holistic support to navigate and excel in the dynamic world of tech.
Capstone: The Consulternship
Cap off your journey with our unique volunteer capstone consulternship. As a participant, you'll have the opportunity to apply your newly acquired skills and knowledge in a real-world setting, perfecting your skills in a live campaign with an actual start-up. Through hands-on experience and meaningful contributions to organizations, you'll gain invaluable insights, expand your professional network, and make a positive impact in the tech industry. This immersive experience serves as the perfect culmination of your Inroads to Tech journey, preparing you for success in your future endeavors (and access to more recommendations!).