According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in the current economy, Americans shift jobs every 4-5 years, which translates into 8-10 job transitions, including several career changes, over one’s life time. With competition for jobs on the rise, a person’s continuing employability and career success are increasingly defined by his or her mastery of individual career development and the ability to effectively "manage oneself" (P. Drucker).
Strategic Career Self-Management
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Strategic Career Self-Management
Instructors: Dr. Valeri Chukhlomin
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There are 5 modules in this course
To gain a competitive advantage in the job market, one must distinguish themselves by developing superior skills and developing a strong career brand. The first lesson, "Specialization at a Glance," walks you through all stages of career self-management training and certification, giving you a bird's-eye view of the specialization. If you've already taken other courses in the specialization, you can either skip this lesson or skim through it quickly to refresh your memory. The second lesson provides an overview of the current Course 1 "Strategic Career Self-Management." You will also begin working in your Career Development / Skills Management Lab.
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5 videos4 readings1 assignment
At the conclusion of this Module, you will have demonstrated an understanding of a skills-based economy and competitive job markets, while focusing on the development of your marketable skill sets. Associate Professors Dr. Michele Forte and Dr. John Beckem are assisting us in explaining the complex topics covered in this module.
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6 videos6 readings4 assignments2 discussion prompts
At the end of this Module, you will have demonstrated awareness of protean and boundaryless careers, personal attributes, future work selves, skills-based career growth strategies, and underlying career self-management skills. Associate Professors Dr. Michele Forte and Dr. Kymn Harvin are assisting us in explaining the complex topics covered in this module.
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7 videos6 readings4 assignments1 peer review
You will develop strategic orientation and be able to employ strategic management tools for skills-based career growth, with an emphasis on establishing a competitive edge in a skills-based job selection (promotion) process. Associate Professor Dr. John Beckem is assisting us in explaining the complex topics covered in this module.
What's included
8 videos4 readings5 assignments1 peer review2 discussion prompts
At the end of this Module, you should have developed a strategic vision for achieving a competitive edge in a skills-based job selection (promotion) process. You will also go over what you learned in the course and prepare for the next steps in your career self-management training and certification process. Associate Professor Dr. John Beckem is assisting us in explaining the complex topics covered in this module.
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7 videos4 readings2 assignments
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