MASTER COURSE SYLLABUS
SOCIAL AND BUSINESS SCIENCES
COURSE PREFIX AND NUMBER : BUSN 145
COURSE TITLE : EMPLOYMENT SUCCESS STRATEGIES
Date Prepared : January 15, 1993
Date Reviewed:
Date Revised: December 14, 1998; November 18, 2008; March 18, 2013
PCS/CIP/ID No.: 12-529994
IAI No. (if available):
Effective Date of First Class: August 19, 2013
CREDIT HOURS: 1.0
CONTACT Hours: 1.0
LECTURE HOURS: 1.0
LAB HOURS: 0.0
CATALOG DESCRIPTION: Securing an employment position and keeping it is the main goal in employment success. Topics and strategies include the job search process, effective resume writing, interviewing skills, professionalism and developing a positive work ethic. Students will create a job packet that includes essential job search documents.
REQUIRED TEXT AND SUPPLEMENTAL READINGS: Instructor supplied materials and other readings as distributed in class and online.
RELATIONSHIP TO ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS AND TRANSFER:
BUSN 145 was designed to meet the specific needs of an Associate of Applied Science degree and not necessarily as a transfer course, particularly in relation to the Illinois Articulation
Initiative. This course may transfer to various institutions in a variety of ways. Please see an academic advisor for an explanation concerning transfer options.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

Course Outcomes
1.) Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively (verbally and nonverbally) in a workplace environment.
2.) Practice good judgment and adhere to a strong sense of ethics.
General
Education
Outcomes*
CO1, CO2
3.) Identify and demonstrate appropriate interpersonal skills performed throughout the job search process and in the workplace environment .
4.) Explain and demonstrate the self- motivation one needs during the job search process.
5.) Describe acceptable personality characteristics and work attitudes necessary for successful employment. Describe, discuss, and display the personal attributes that employers look for (energy, enthusiasm, work ethic, positive attitude, etc.).
6.) Use technology effectively during the job search process.
Range of
Assessment
Methods
Exams, discussion boards, presentations, and assignments
Exams, discussion boards, presentations, and assignments
Exams, discussion boards, presentations, and assignments
Exams, discussion boards, presentations, and assignments
Exams, discussion boards, presentations, and assignments
7.) Understand and demonstrate the steps in the job search process.
8.) Use college and online resources for pursuing job search opportunities.
Exams, discussion boards, presentations, and assignments
Exams, discussion boards, presentations, and assignments
Exams, discussion boards, presentations, and assignments

9.) Create resumes and various documents that are required in the job search process.
10.) Prepare for and complete at least one mock interview.
Exams, discussion boards, presentations, and assignments
Exams, discussion boards, presentations, and assignments
General Education Outcomes Met in this Course:
Communication Learning Outcomes
CO1 - Students compose a message and provide ideas and information suitable to the topic, purpose, and audience.
CO2 – Students effectively deliver a message via various channels/modalities.
COURSE OUTLINE:
1. Strategize a positive online presence to increase favorable employer perception.
2.
Determine steps in the job search process.
3.
Develop networking strategies.
4. Complete a job application accurately.
5.
Create a resume for a specific job posting.
6. Communicate skill sets in a letter of application.
7. Complete a job packet with job search documents (i.e., job script, cover letter, resume, job application, list of references, and a thank you note.)
8. Demonstrate interviewing techniques and assess interviewing techniques.
9 Develop professionalism strategies.
METHOD OF EVALUATION:
Satisfactory completion of quizzes, exams and assignments is required for this course.
% of Final Grade Assessment Method
Exams and Quizzes
Assignments
20-50%
50-80%

Students will be evaluated based on quizzes, exams, and assignments. The following grading scale will be used:
90--100% A
80--89% B
70--79% C
60--69% D
Below 60% F
REQUIRED WRITING AND READING:
Learning modules consist of reading various online articles totaling an estimated 100 printed pages. Students will need to write approximately three pages per learning module associated with the job search and interview process.