Center for Career Development
Vision
The Career Center is dedicated to empower students, graduates and alumni, help them achieve their professional aspirations by providing comprehensive career development resources and personalised guidance.
Our objectives are to cultivate a dynamic La Sagesse community of engaged students and alumni as lifelong learners equipped with the skills, confidence, and networks necessary to thrive in a rapidly evolving global workforce.
We firmly believe in the importance of networking; hence we continually develop our database of company contacts, reaching out to representatives from various industries. This enables us to provide students, graduates and alumni from different faculties with internship opportunities, as well as part-time and full-time vacancies.
Additionally, we actively involve our partners by inviting them to:
- Conduct company presentations,
- Serve as guest speakers in our classrooms,
- Participate in our faculties’ advisory boards,
- Sign MOUs for developing various engaging activities,
- Participate in our job fairs.
Mission
In alignment with the mission of Université La Sagesse to prepare generations of Lebanese individuals (or “men and women”) for the evolving job market, the Career Center is dedicated to empowering both students and alumni on their journey of self-discovery and professional growth.
Our mission is to cultivate core competencies, forge meaningful connections, and inspire a lifelong commitment to intellectual pursuit, personal enrichment, and global service. By bridging the gap between academia and the professional world, we facilitate the transformation of aspirations into tangible achievements.
Vision
Aligned with La Sagesse’s mission to support the professional integration of young people, the Career Center aims to be a vital bridge between academia and industry. Our vision is to connect every graduate with their alma mater, developing enduring relationships and career success.
Objectives
The Objectives of the Career Center are to:
- Enhance Employment Opportunities: Facilitate connections between students, alumni, and employers to maximize job placement rates and career advancement opportunities.
- Provide Career Guidance: Offer personalized career counseling and resources to help students and alumni identify and achieve their professional goals.
- Develop Networking Platforms: Create and maintain platforms for students and alumni to network, share experiences, and support their career growth.
- Organize Career Events: Host job fairs, workshops, and seminars to equip students and alumni with the skills and knowledge necessary for successful career development.
- Maintain Alumni Engagement: Develop strong sense of belonging among alumni through regular communications, events, and initiatives that encourage lifelong involvement with the institution.
- Support Lifelong Learning: Provide opportunities for continuous education and professional development through workshops, certifications, and advanced degree programs.
- Track Career Outcomes: Monitor and report on the career progress of graduates to evaluate the effectiveness of career services and make data-driven improvements.
Services
Our services include:
- Career Center Library
- Personality tests
- Resume / CV reviews
- Job and internships Offers
- Mock interviews
- Guidance on our services including Symplicity platform
- Job and Internship placement
- Career counselling / advising
- Assistance in Retrieving Official Documents and Diplomas
- Alumni Chapters and Groups
- Mentorship Programs
- Alumni Benefits and Discounts
Activities
Our activities are:
- Company presentations
- Workshops conducted
- Guest speakers
- Job fairs
- Networking events
Contact
Center for Career Development
Université La Sagesse
P.O. Box 50501, Furn El Chebbak, Lebanon
Director
Joanne Doumit
Blog Articles
“From Campus to Career: Preparing Future-Ready, Employable Graduates” HR Panel Discussion
As part of the 150-year Jubilee, Université La Sagesse hosted a dynamic and insightful discussion titled “From Campus to Career: Preparing Future-Ready,
MoU between Siren Associates, Siren Analytics and Université La Sagesse
Université La Sagesse represented by President Prof. Georges Nehme, and Siren Associates represented by CEO Mr. Marc Maouad and Siren Analytics represented
Mental Health and Positivity at the Center for Career Development
The workshop was led by Dr. Cynthia Jabbour Sfeir.
Introduction to Corporate Governance at the Center for Career Development
As part of the law course “ Introduction to Corporate Governance” conducted by Dr. Haytham Fawaz, students attended a guest speaker session
Time Management and Procrastination at the Center for Career Development
The workshop was led by Mrs. Joelle Chaaya.
MoU between TotalEnergies Marketing Lebanon S.A.L. and Université La Sagesse
In a significant step to strengthen the connection between academia and the job market, Université La Sagesse, represented by its President, Professor
Prepare your Summer Internships at the Center for Career Development
The session was led by Mr. Kevin Awkar and Mr. Christopher El Murr.
Mental Health: Stay Positive at the Center for Career Development
This session was led by Dr. Cynthia Sfeir, Certified Coach.
