Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Foundations in Business

Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Purpose of Foundations Feedback from the Business Community Great students Excellent skills when they graduate Need to move “key fundamental” skills earlier in academic career

Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Top 10 Personal Qualities/Skills Employers Seek 1. Communication skills (verbal and written) 2. Honesty/integrity 3. Teamwork skills (works well w/others) 4. Interpersonal skills (relates well to others) 5. Motivation/Initiative 6. Strong work ethic 7. Analytical skills 8. Flexibility/adaptability 9. Computer skills 10. Organizational skills

Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Areas of Focus Career / Interviewing StrengthsQuest Cover Letter Resume Interviews Corporate Feedback

Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Areas of Focus Communication Skills Business Writing Presentations Communication Style Non-Verbal Gender Differences

Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Areas of Focus Foundations Business Simulation Teamwork Skills Interpersonal Skills Analytical Skills Flexibility / Adaptability Context for semester assignments Interdependence of business functional areas Practical application of course material and theory

Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Areas of Focus Business Basics Networking Ethics Diversity

Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Getting Started

Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Appropriate for All Majors

Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Variety

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