Academic Catalog 2018-19

BUS 4009 Exploring the World of Business: Launching Your Business Career II

Two-semester personal/professional development sequence culminates the 4-year Exploring the World of Business program preparing business seniors to search effectively for jobs in their chosen business career and successfully transition from university to career. Use self-assessment tools and hone skills to plan and conduct a thorough job search. Topics include: Personal values and goals, organizational research, networking, interviewing, and deeper mentoring relationships. Craft a business career search plan. Select from modules designed to solidify professional skills and behaviors. Examine relevant workplace factors: Salary negotiation, team and leadership effectiveness, managing professional relationships, advancing technical skills, professional etiquette, workplace relationships and work-life balance. Recommended for business majors; suggested for students interested in careers in business. A course materials fee may be assessed.

Credits

0.50 units