Strong communication is the foundation of a successful business career.

The Bracken Center approaches professional communication as more than just writing a strong resume. Communication is about helping students connect confidently, build relationships, and present themselves with clarity and purpose. From employer conversations and LinkedIn profiles to classroom assignments and networking events, the Center equips students with the tools they need to communicate effectively in any setting. Coaching goes beyond the fundamentals to include conversation strategy, elevator pitches, interview preparation, and personal branding—empowering students to become confident, capable communicators in both academic and professional environments.

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Looking for a Resume Template?

Students looking for a head start on their professional materials can request Bracken Center templates to guide their communication. Email brackencenter@montana.edu to receive tools like our recommended resume template, designed to help you stand out and pass modern ATS and AI screening systems.

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Additional Resources

The Bracken Center connects students with additional writing resources to strengthen communication skills that support academic, professional, and personal success. From grammar tools to peer-to-peer writing support and guidance on using AI responsibly, these resources complement our career-focused services by fostering clear, effective, and ethical writing.

Resume & Cover Letter Writing

Resources

Check out these great resume tips from our partners in Careers, Internship & Student Employment Services.

MSU Writing Center

Support

Writing Center helps students strengthen their writing skills through peer tutoring, resources, and collaborative support for academic, professional, and civic success.

AI for Writing

Ethics

Critical Consumption of AI for Writing helps students critically and ethically evaluate AI tools in writing, offering guidance and a standardized test to support informed, responsible use.