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Essential Job Interview Skills

Master fundamental interview techniques and build confidence with expert guidance on preparation, presentation, and communication skills.

Master fundamental interview techniques and build confidence with expert guidance on preparation, presentation, and communication skills.

This foundational course provides comprehensive training in essential job interview skills for both native and non-native English speakers. Based on insights from business professionals, HR experts, and academics, students learn proven strategies for interview success. The curriculum covers interview preparation, common pitfalls to avoid, effective answer structuring, and professional communication techniques. Through practical examples and industry professional guidance, participants develop the core skills needed to make a strong impression in job interviews.

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Essential Job Interview Skills

This course includes

3 Weeks

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

4,252

What you'll learn

  • Master the six steps to achieve interview success

  • Learn four key strategies to stand out from other candidates

  • Avoid common interview mistakes and pitfalls

  • Structure impressive answers using proven techniques

  • Effectively communicate soft and hard skills

Skills you'll gain

Interview Skills
Professional Communication
Answer Structure
Job Search
Career Preparation
Presentation Skills
Body Language
Business English

This course includes:

PreRecorded video

Graded assignments, exams

Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop

Limited Access access

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There are 5 modules in this course

This introductory course focuses on building essential job interview skills through a structured approach. The curriculum covers six steps to interview success, four strategies to stand out, common mistake avoidance, and effective answer structuring. Students learn to highlight both soft and hard skills while mastering professional communication techniques. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical application through interactive exercises, video demonstrations, and expert insights.

Achieving Interview Success in Six Steps

Module 1

Standing Out From the Crowd

Module 2

Avoiding Common Mistakes

Module 3

Structuring Impressive Answers

Module 4

Expressing Opinions and Delaying Answers

Module 5

Fee Structure

Instructors

Educational Technology Expert Advancing English Language Teaching Innovation

Jessica Xia is a Teaching Fellow at the English Language Centre of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, where she specializes in integrating technology into English language teaching. Based in the Chung Sze Yuen Building, she has developed expertise in Creative Writing, Academic English, and Business Communication courses at the tertiary level. Xia's work focuses on innovative teaching approaches, including the development of online independent learning workshops and self-assessment materials. Her professional interests encompass outcome-based teaching and learning methodologies, psycholinguistics, and addressing individual differences in second language acquisition. As a MOOC creator and curriculum leader, she has contributed to several online courses including "Learning English Through Short Stories" and "Read to Know," demonstrating her commitment to making English language education more accessible through technology. Xia's approach to teaching combines pedagogical innovation with professional development, emphasizing the importance of tailored learning experiences in language education.

Bridging Business Experience and Language Education at PolyU

Bee Dy serves as an English Language Instructor at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, where she specializes in teaching Workplace Communication, Persuasive Communication, and other English Language Teaching courses. Before joining academia, she built a diverse seven-year career across multiple business sectors in San Francisco, including real estate management, finance, and franchise business development. This rich professional background informs her practical approach to language instruction. As a course instructor for PolyU's online programs, she co-developed the "English at Work" series focusing on job applications and interview skills, bringing her real-world business experience to help students master professional communication. Her current academic interests focus on innovative teaching methodologies, particularly e-learning technologies and peer assessment approaches, reflecting her commitment to evolving educational practices.

Essential Job Interview Skills

This course includes

3 Weeks

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

4,252

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