2. Copyright © Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Slide 1 of 13 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Real-World Applications & Connections GLENCOE Section 3.2 A Future in Management What You’ll Learn The kinds of management careers available. The difference between for-profit businesses and nonprofit organizations. How to write a résumé and cover letter.

3. Copyright © Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Slide 2 of 13 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Real-World Applications & Connections GLENCOE Section 3.2 A Future in Management Why It’s Important To begin a career in management, you need to know what management jobs are available and how to apply for them.

4. Copyright © Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Slide 3 of 13 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Real-World Applications & Connections GLENCOE Section 3.2 A Future in Management Types of Management Careers 1.For-profit businesses operate to earn money for their owners. Ex: Microsoft, Coca-Cola, General Electric, Wal-Mart, local grocery store 2.Nonprofit organizations operate to promote a special interest or cause. Get support from members, individuals, companies Public Schools are considered non-profit organizations

5. Copyright © Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Slide 4 of 13 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Real-World Applications & Connections GLENCOE Section 3.2 A Future in Management When Applying for a Job Types of résumés Preparing a résumé Writing a cover letter When applying for a job, you should know about

6. Copyright © Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Slide 5 of 13 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Real-World Applications & Connections GLENCOE Section 3.2 A Future in Management What is a resume? What is a cover letter? A resume is a short document that provides potential employers with information about your specific qualifications for a job. A letter that serves as a brief introduction and emphasizes those accomplishments you feel are most relevant to the job.

7. Copyright © Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Slide 6 of 13 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Real-World Applications & Connections GLENCOE Section 3.2 A Future in Management Types of Résumés Chronological résumé. Lists your work experience and education in reverse order Skills résumé. Highlights your abilities and accomplishments rather than your work experience. Computers and résumés

8. Copyright © Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Slide 7 of 13 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Real-World Applications & Connections GLENCOE Section 3.2 A Future in Management Fig 2-1 Preparing a Résumé Showcase what you have to offer. Be honest. Concentrate on your skills and education if you don’t have much experience. Keep your résumé brief. Leave out any reference to your age, race, sex, marital status, height or weight, or overall health.

9. Copyright © Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Slide 8 of 13 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Real-World Applications & Connections GLENCOE Section 3.2 A Future in Management Writing a Cover Letter Tell the company why you’re writing. Explain to the company why they should hire you. Ask for an interview in the closing paragraph.

10. Copyright © Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Slide 9 of 13 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Real-World Applications & Connections GLENCOE Section 3.2 A Future in Management Fact and Idea Review 1What is the difference between a for-profit firm and a nonprofit organization? 2. The purpose of a résumé and cover letter is to get you a job. True or false? Explain your answer. 3. List three things you should not include on your résumé and explain why you shouldn’t list them. Cont.

11. Copyright © Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Slide 10 of 13 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Real-World Applications & Connections GLENCOE Section 3.2 A Future in Management Fact and Idea Review cont. 4.Why do companies scan résumés and keep them in electronic databases? 5.What should you include in the first paragraph of your cover letter? The last?