1. Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Foundations in Business

2. 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

3. 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

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

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

6. 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

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

8. Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Getting Started

9. Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Appropriate for All Majors

10. Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 Variety

11. Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 When All Else Fails…. Let Me Help!!

12. Foundations in Business - Fall 2006 …Of Utmost Importance