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Career Planning: A Pathway to Employment

Master essential job search skills, from resume writing to interviewing. Learn to create compelling applications and navigate career opportunities effectively.

Master essential job search skills, from resume writing to interviewing. Learn to create compelling applications and navigate career opportunities effectively.

This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Career Discovery Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.

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Career Planning: A Pathway to Employment

This course includes

24 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

Free

What you'll learn

  • Create compelling professional documents including resumes and cover letters

  • Develop an effective personal branding strategy

  • Master interview techniques and follow-up protocols

  • Build a strong professional social media presence

  • Network effectively in professional settings

  • Evaluate and negotiate job offers professionally

Skills you'll gain

Career Development
Resume Writing
Interview Skills
Professional Networking
Social Media Strategy
Job Search
LinkedIn Profile
Cover Letter Writing
Professional Communication
Personal Branding

This course includes:

0.5 Hours PreRecorded video

15 assignments

Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop

FullTime access

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There are 7 modules in this course

This comprehensive course guides you through the entire career planning process, from making a strong first impression to evaluating job offers. Through seven modules, you'll learn essential skills including resume writing, cover letter composition, social media strategy development, interview preparation, and professional communication. The course emphasizes practical application with hands-on projects and real-world examples, helping you develop the tools and confidence needed for successful career development.

Getting Creative: First Impressions

Module 1 · 4 Hours to complete

Writing My Resume

Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete

My Cover Letter

Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete

My Social Media Strategy

Module 4 · 3 Hours to complete

Mastering the Interview

Module 5 · 2 Hours to complete

Writing Thank You Notes

Module 6 · 2 Hours to complete

Evaluating Job Offers

Module 7 · 4 Hours to complete

Fee Structure

Instructors

Ana T. Baida
Ana T. Baida

4.7 rating

375 Reviews

92,278 Students

3 Courses

Executive Director of Career Planning and Development at Kennesaw State University

Dr. Ana T. Baida is the Executive Director of the Department of Career Planning and Development at Kennesaw State University, where she focuses on helping students and alumni translate their experiences into meaningful career paths. With a strong commitment to lifelong learning and online education, Dr. Baida aims to connect learners with employment opportunities they may have previously thought inaccessible, fostering professional success for all individuals she supports.

Dan Stotz
Dan Stotz

4.7 rating

375 Reviews

1,54,066 Students

4 Courses

Director of Online Executive Education at Kennesaw State University

Dan Stotz serves as the Director of Online Executive Education and is a member of the management and entrepreneurship faculty at Kennesaw State University's Coles College of Business. With a commitment to helping individuals realize their potential as leaders and innovators, he focuses on designing educational programs that deliver practical knowledge grounded in research and proven practices. Kennesaw State University, located just north of Atlanta, Georgia, is known for its robust student body of 35,000 and has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the #4 up-and-coming school in the nation.

Career Planning: A Pathway to Employment

This course includes

24 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

Free

Testimonials

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4.7 course rating

179 ratings

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