COR191 Career Orientation

College of Arts and Sciences Self-Integration Department

Course Description: This course equips students with the practical tools and confidence needed to launch a successful job search in their chosen field. Students will research career opportunities and salary benchmarks specific to their program of study, then draft an industry-specific resume, cover letter, and reference list. Through hands-on activities, students will build effective interview techniques, including preparation, responding to knock-out questions, and professional follow-up. The course also addresses personal branding, guiding students to create or update a LinkedIn profile that showcases their skills and supports professional networking. By the end of the course, students will have a complete, employer-ready job search toolkit and a strengthened online professional presence.

Credit Hours: 1.00

Prerequisites: Completion of most core and concentration requirements

Corequisites: None