© SOUTH-WESTERN THOMSONINTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LESSON12-1 GOALS Describe the steps of the career planning process. List sources of career planning information

© SOUTH-WESTERN THOMSONINTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

LESSONLESSON12-112-1GOALSGOALS

Describe the steps of the Describe the steps of the career planning process.career planning process.

List sources of career List sources of career planning information.planning information.

Identify factors that affect Identify factors that affect job availability.job availability.

SEARCHING FOR YOUR FIRST JOB

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The Career Planning Process

5. Plan for personal career development

4. Accept the most desirable job offer

3. Identify & apply for specific job opportunities

2. Evaluate the job market

1. Determine your personal goals and abilities

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Exploring Career Information

Library materialsMediaPersonal and business contactsCommunity organizationsInternet

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Identifying Career Opportunities

Factors affecting career choicePersonal factorsDemographic trendsGeographic influencesEconomic conditionsIndustry trends

Sources of available jobs



Describe important Describe important elements of a resume.elements of a resume.

Explain successful Explain successful interview techniques.interview techniques.

Describe other documents Describe other documents that may be involved in that may be involved in applying for a job.applying for a job.

APPLYING FOR A JOB

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Creating a Resume

Personal dataCareer objectiveEducationRelated activitiesExperienceHonors and awardsReferences

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Other Job Application Documents

Cover letterApplication formInternational employment documents

PassportVisaWork visa

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Interviewing for a Job

Before you interviewWhen you interview

Screening interviewSelection interview

After you interview



Explain why careers can Explain why careers can develop and change.develop and change.

Explain how to prepare for Explain how to prepare for international careers.international careers.

OBTAINING FUTURE JOBS

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Developing Career Options

Training opportunitiesCareer advancementChanging careers

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Preparing for International Careers

Understand yourselfStrengthen your foundational skillsEnhance your language skillsDevelop relevant knowledge, skills, and

attitudesGain international experiencesNetwork with international professionals