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Course Modules
FA2206: Skills for Business
Semester 1 | Credits: 5
The objective of this course is to improve student employability and preparation for the workplace by developing a set of practical skills that form the basis for effective working life.
(Language of instruction: English)
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the importance of the variety of skills required to be effective in employment positions
- Develop an awareness of your skills and capabilities an create action plans to further develop them
- Communicate and articulate your skills and experience when looking for employment
- Reflect on your use of these skills in other courses taken during your degree programme in order to enhance your learning at university and prepare for future employment
- Give more details consideration to your future career goals
Assessments
- Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
- MICHAEL CAMPION:
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- ANGELA TEAHAN:
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Reading List
- "Skills for Success" by Cottrell, S.
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan - "The Graduate Career Handbook" by Rook, S.
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.