BUS 2009 Exploring the World of Business: Building Your Business Career Foundation II
Two-semester personal/professional development sequence prepares business sophomores to consider choosing their concentrations. Students examine and practice effective job search strategies, professional etiquette, and begin to build a career network. Experiences include mock and information interview workshops, build one’s personal brand, conduct a self-assessment, participate in etiquette training, hone networking techniques, prepare social media tools to maximize one’s online presence, participate in networking events with business professional groups and translate internships into career opportunities. Career mentoring and coaching from business professionals are provided, both by faculty, who are business professionals, and from university alumni and community and business leaders. Required of all business majors and suggested for students interested in careers in business. A course materials fee may be assessed.