English for Career Development
Learn essential English skills for job searching, resumes, and interviews. Advance your career in the global marketplace.
Learn essential English skills for job searching, resumes, and interviews. Advance your career in the global marketplace.
This course, designed for non-native English speakers, focuses on advancing careers in the global marketplace. It covers the U.S. job search, application, and interview process, while allowing learners to compare these with practices in their home countries. The course is structured into five units: Entering the Job Market, Resumes, Writing a Cover Letter, Networking, and Interviewing for a Job. Learners will develop their vocabulary, improve language skills, and gain practical knowledge about professional communication in English. The course includes interactive elements like games, peer reviews, and real-world reading materials to enhance the learning experience.
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What you'll learn
Identify and articulate personal skills and interests for job searching
Create a professional resume tailored to specific job descriptions
Write clear and effective cover letters for job applications
Develop networking skills and craft an elevator pitch
Prepare for and confidently participate in job interviews
Understand cultural differences in job search processes
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This course includes:
3.35 Hours PreRecorded video
52 assignments,4 peer reviews
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There are 5 modules in this course
This comprehensive course covers essential aspects of career development for non-native English speakers. It begins with an introduction to the job search process and self-assessment of skills. Learners then focus on creating professional resumes and cover letters, understanding the nuances of each document. The course also covers networking strategies, including making small talk and crafting an elevator pitch. The final unit prepares learners for job interviews, covering common questions and appropriate responses. Throughout the course, learners engage with authentic materials, practice language skills, and receive peer feedback on their work.
Entering the Job Market
Module 1 · 10 Hours to complete
Resumes
Module 2 · 10 Hours to complete
Writing a Cover Letter
Module 3 · 8 Hours to complete
Networking
Module 4 · 5 Hours to complete
Interviewing For a Job
Module 5 · 5 Hours to complete
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Instructors
Language Specialist and Advocate for Refugee Education at Penn
Brian McManus is a Language Specialist at the University of Pennsylvania’s English Language Programs (ELP), where he has been teaching since 2011. Originally from Ireland, Brian pursued his undergraduate studies in the UK before teaching in Madrid, Spain, for two years and then in the San Francisco Bay Area for seven years. In California, he taught at various adult language programs, including Language Studies International (LSI), Contra Costa Community College, Alameda Adult School, and the International Rescue Committee (IRC), where he coordinated an English Language for Job Seeking Skills program for recently resettled refugees and asylees. He earned a BA in Theatre and Film Studies from London Metropolitan University and an MA in English (TESOL) from San Francisco State University.
Senior Language Specialist & English Instructor
Robyn Turner is a seasoned Senior Language Specialist with over two decades of experience in English language instruction across academic, business, and cultural contexts. Since 2004, she has been an integral part of the English Language Programs (ELP) at the University of Pennsylvania, focusing on helping learners bridge language and career opportunities. Having taught English in New York, Japan, Bulgaria, and studied in Costa Rica, Robyn brings diverse international experience to her teaching. She holds a B.A. in English, an M.A. in TESOL, and specialized certification from the University of Pennsylvania for teaching business English. Her course "English for Career Development" equips learners with essential language skills to thrive in professional settings.
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