Career Orientation (KM0094), 2 op

Perustiedot

Esitietovaatimukset

This is course is an e-learning course with the majority of lecturing material and feedback offered using an internet site. The course is offered in English.

Sisältö (ydinaines ja -osaaminen)

By the end of the course the students will have
* analysed their experiences, skills, abilities, characteristics and goals in order to further their career direction.
* ability to identify employers requirements in job advertisements and match those needs with key strengths and experience
* learned how to write an effective CV and cover letters in English
* learned how to prepare for and cope with interviews in English

Sisältö (täydentävä ja erityisosaaminen)

Tiedolliset oppimistulokset (ydinaines ja -osaaminen)

The course focuses on applying for international positions through English as well as Finnish positions which have increasing requirements for employment applications in English.
Aims
The aim of the course is to assist students in developing an effective and differentiated job application. This will be achieved through self-analysis, identifying strengths and abilities along with creating an effective and differentiated CV and Cover letter. Additionally students will learn about the skills required for the interview process in English.
The course is taught in English and encourages students to develop a CV & cover letter in English.

Taidolliset oppimistulokset (ydinaines ja -osaaminen)

Kirjallisuus ja muu materiaali

Big Deal, Edita 1999 or later edition and lecturer's own material.
Various job application and employment web sites

Opetusmenetelmät

Class attendance is not necessary, however two intensive classes will be offered with the rest of the work carried out via an internet site. Feedback will be provided through the website with a forum allowing students to communicate with the teacher if required.

Opiskelijan kuormittavuus

Itsenäinen työskentely ja kirjallisuuteen tutustuminen - 34
Lähiopetus - 14
Oppimistehtävät / harjoitustyöt - 12

Arvioinnin perusteet

CV and cover letter 100%

Koulutusohjelmakohtaiset kompetenssit