Professional Development (ITOP 2201)
This course will introduce students to the skills and competences that will give them the foundation necessary to be successful in their career. Utilizing a variety of resources, students will develop self-awareness and learn about essential job-search and interview skills.
Students will also learn about their presentation and communication style and identify their unique strengths, values, and skills. Students will have an opportunity to create a job-application for a role they are likely to apply for. A focus will be placed on strategies that can be used to highlight the student's unique fit and value within a role, industry, or organization. Students will be prepared to demonstrate their unique fit through their resume, cover letter, online presence or, in person, in a formal interview, industry presentation, or chance encounter.
Students will also learn about their presentation and communication style and identify their unique strengths, values, and skills. Students will have an opportunity to create a job-application for a role they are likely to apply for. A focus will be placed on strategies that can be used to highlight the student's unique fit and value within a role, industry, or organization. Students will be prepared to demonstrate their unique fit through their resume, cover letter, online presence or, in person, in a formal interview, industry presentation, or chance encounter.
Course code: ITOP 2201
Credits: 1.0
Length: 27.0 hours
Course outline:
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