About this course: This course, Job Success: Get Hired or Promoted in Three Steps, will prepare you to stand out in a crowded applicant pool so that you can get hired or promoted. In three steps you will leave this course with 1. An upgraded social media presence (one that you can be proud of) 2. A visual, infographic resume that will get you noticed 3. A professional pitch that highlights your strengths and skills When creating this course, we listened to potential employers, took the advice of recruiters, conducted informal research on best practices and we drew from our own experiences as professionals who have sought out and hired quality candidates.
Who is this class for: This course is perfect for recent graduates, current professionals looking to move up in their career and get promoted, and job seekers who are striving to get noticed by potential employers and recruiters.
Created by: The State University of New York
Taught by: Christine Kroll, Assistant Dean & Assistant Teaching Professor
Graduate School of Education, University at Buffalo
Taught by: Amber M. Winters, Assistant Dean for Communications and Marketing
Graduate School of Education, University at Buffalo
Taught by: Anne Reed, Instructional Designer
Graduate School of Education
| Level | Beginner |
| Language | English |
| Hardware Req | Microsoft Word or a similar editor |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
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Syllabus
WEEK 1
Step 1: Upgrading Your Social Media Profile
First impressions are lasting impressions so remember you are what you post.
4 videos, 2 readings, 1 practice quiz
Graded: Assess and enhance current social media image
WEEK 2
Step 2: Create an Infographic Resume - Get Noticed!
A picture is worth a thousand words
5 videos, 2 readings
Graded: Step 2: Infographic Resumes
WEEK 3
Step 3: Your Professional Pitch
Your words can win you the job or promotion!
1 video, 4 readings
Graded: Your Professional Pitch
Graded: When you think about “self-promotion” what comes to mind first?
Graded: Share what you've learned!
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How It Works
Coursework
Each course is like an interactive textbook, featuring pre-recorded videos, quizzes and projects.
Help from Your Peers
Connect with thousands of other learners and debate ideas, discuss course material, and get help mastering concepts.
Certificates
Earn official recognition for your work, and share your success with friends, colleagues, and employers.
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The State University of New York
The State University of New York, with 64 unique institutions, is the largest comprehensive system of higher education in the United States. Educating nearly 468,000 students in more than 7,500 degree and certificate programs both on campus and online, SUNY has nearly 3 million alumni around the globe.
Ratings and Reviews
Very good
I thought I'd enroll just in case there were tips I hadn't already thought of in prepping my resume...I not only perfected my resume, i learned so much more that i think will serve me well should i ever seek a promotion or apply for another job in my industry.
Showed me good practices and ideas how to improve my chances. I also found useful the thought that I do not need to accept everything from the employee than I need to find a job with is good enough for me as well.
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I learned about handout resume and that it should be infogrpahic and not a simple one. It was really helpful.