Devry card415 full course ( discussion +course project) Latest 2016 may not (week 7 assignment)

Devry card415 Week 1 Discussion Latest 2016 may

Personal Values (graded)

Chapter 1 of our text focuses on an understanding of one’s place in one’s field through such things as personal traits, preferences, and values. Evaluate the list of personal values that employers seek, found on page 8 of our text. Share two of the personal values listed that you feel are the most important. Support your view with examples from personal work experiences when possible.

Devry card415 Week 2 Discussion Latest 2016 may

Self-Assessment Exploration (graded)

In anticipation of this week’s self-assessment assignment, go tohttp://www.rileyguide.com/assess.html and explore the many self-assessment sites presented. Without choosing sites that are fee based, take several of the surveys in a few different categories. Did your results confirm what you knew about yourself or did they surprise you at all? Name several of the traits, interests, skills, and/or values that you discovered and link them to success in your chosen field.

Devry card415 Week 3 Discussion Latest 2016 may

SMART Goal Practice (graded)

Let’s talk a bit about setting goals. Goals are easy to set but a bit harder to make a reality. This week’s lecture defines and gives advice on setting SMART goals. Review the lecture, and then try to rewrite one or two of the following general goals into one that is SPECIFIC, MEASURABLE, ATTAINABLE, REALISTIC, and TIMELY. After you have written your chosen goal, look at some written by classmates and provide feedback to them.

General Goals: I want to lose some weight, I want to get a new car, I want to get a job in electronics, I want to write video games, I want to get a master’s degree.

Devry card415 Week 4 Discussion Latest 2016 may

Traditional vs. Social Networking (graded)

Close to 80% of jobs are discovered and secured through what is called the “hidden job market.” To help tap into this market, job seekers need to network. What’s the difference between traditional and social networking? (Hint: see Chapter 4.) How socially connected are you, and what can you do to increase this important type of networking?

Devry card415 Week 5 Discussion Latest 2016 may

Resume Types (graded)

Chapter 5 of our text discusses the various types of resumes. Contrast the chronological and the functional types. Which of the three types, chronological, functional, and combination, best suits your career needs? Why?

Devry card415 Week 6 Discussion Latest 2016 may

The Importance of Professional Portfolios (graded)

Do you think professional portfolios are more important for entry level job seekers or experienced professionals? Justify your view.

Devry card415 Week 7 Discussion Latest 2016 may

Behavioral Based Interview Questions (graded)

Find examples of behavioral based interview questions (these will usually start by asking "Tell me about a time," or "Give an example of." Make sure that the questions you find ask the respondent to present a skill or trait by describing an incident or behavior. Post two behavioral questions for your first post. After that, respond to at least twopostsby a classmate, and then try to comment on the responses other students have given.

Course Project: Portfolio> 

Objectives

The objective of this assignment is to assemble some of the tools you have been working on for your career development efforts, as well as to select and present some samples of your best work.

Guidelines

This project consists of several assignments, some you have previously completed and some you will be developing. Make sure that you start on this project early, before the week in which it is due. All parts below should be placed in a single Word document and placed in the appropriate dropbox. Required parts of the portfolio and their corresponding points are listed below. Take extreme care in assembling this course project, because it takes the place of a final exam and is an essential tool in your future job search efforts.

When it is time to begin your job search, finalize your career development portfolio by removing the advertisement and cover letter sample from this project and adding a few more samples that demonstrate your best skills and experience.

1. Mission Statement: Use this interactive website to complete this part:http://msb.franklincovey.com/missions/login. You do not have to include each part of this exercise, but include several parts that will accurately convey your personal mission statement. (15 points)
   
2. Advertisement: This needs to be a copy of an advertised position for which you would qualify after graduation. (15 points)
   
3. Targeted Cover Letter: Using your chosen job advertisement, create a cover letter specifically targeted to this position. Try to include something about the company and definitely demonstrate how you qualify for this specific position. Make any improvements necessary from your earlier cover letter. (15 points)
   
4. Final Resume: This should be your best resume yet, incorporating all feedback received! (70 points)
   
5. List of References: This can be the same list as previously created and can contain some new individuals. (15 points)
   
6. Proof of Hire DeVry Submission: Directions for this portion are in Doc Sharing. (25 points)
   
7. THREE Samples:Supply three samples of your best work. These samples can be from school, work, or other situations in which you can demonstrate skills and achievement. (45 points)

Milestones

Throughout the course when you complete and update an assignment (such as the cover letter or resume), make sure that you place it in a file marked CARD415 Portfolio so that you will have easy access to it for the project deadline of Week 8.

Grading Rubrics

Category	Points	Description
Mission Statement	/ 15	Completed according to directions.
Advertisement	/ 15	Ad is for a degree-related position and includes the title and description of the position.
Targeted Cover Letter	/ 15	This letter is created according to letter writing standards, and it targets the position noted in the advertisement.
Final Resume	/ 70	The resume incorporates the feedback received, is dynamic, and helps to sell the candidate.
Hire DeVry Submission	/ 25	A screen shot or receipt is submitted, showing that the resume has been submitted to this DeVry database.
List of References	/ 15	Reference list should include names, addresses, and best contact phone numbers. E-mail addresses are optional.
Sample #1	/ 15	Each of the following samples taken from work, school, volunteer, or other personal situations demonstrates technical and transferrable skills. If desired, more than three samples can be included.
Sample #2	/ 15	See above.
Sample #3	/ 15	See above.
Total	200	A quality portfolio will meet or exceed all of the above requirements.