BA399 - CAREER JUMPSTART
(Offered as a combined 4cr course - in Fall 2023 and Winter 2024)
BA 399: Career Jumpstart Part 1
Career Jumpstart Part 1 is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to prepare them for their future careers. Through a combination of video lectures, online resources, and assignments, students will learn the importance of personal branding/storytelling, identify potential career paths, and develop the skills and experiences necessary to achieve their goals. Topics covered in this course include Self-Reflection: Students will identify and articulate their strengths, values, interests, and career goals in a compelling elevator pitch. Professional Development: Students will learn how to develop and nurture a professional network and create a polished resume and cover letter. Career Exploration: Students will explore different career paths and industries, and research job market trends and salary expectations. Goal Setting and Planning: Students will learn how to set SMART goals and create action plans to achieve them. By the end of this course, students will have a better understanding of themselves, the job market, and the skills and experiences necessary to achieve their career goals. If you have questions about the course content, please reach out to the instructors Ashley Storey (astorey@pdx.edu) or Colleen Sump (csump@pdx.edu).
BA 399: Career Jumpstart Part 2
Career Jumpstart Part 2 is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to prepare them for their future careers. Through a combination of video lectures, online resources, and assignments, students will learn how to develop the skills and experiences necessary to achieve their goals. Topics covered in this course include Professional Development: Students will learn how to conduct interviews and salary negotiations with confidence. They will also learn how to build their online presence through LinkedIn and leverage the platform. Career Exploration: Students will learn how to evaluate job postings and requirements and create an effective job search strategy. Professionalism: Students will learn how to successfully launch into their careers and navigate those first few crucial months. By the end of this course, students will have a better understanding of themselves, the job market, and the skills and experiences necessary to achieve their career goals. If you have questions about the course content, please reach out to the instructors Ashley Storey (astorey@pdx.edu) or Colleen Sump (csump@pdx.edu).