Career Preparation Strategies

For both the hiring manager and the job seeker, the recruiting process contains opportunities and obstacles. This class will introduce students to recruiting practices. Perspectives and activities of the HR department, the hiring manager, and the job seeker will be examined. The course will also look at special considerations present in the recruiting and hiring of workers in the U.S and abroad.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this class, students should be able to answer the following questions:

• What are commonly used recruiting devices?

• How do employers plan for and conduct recruiting activities?

• How does a job seeker prepare to find a job?

• How can a job seeker leverage knowledge of the recruiting process to increase the odds of securing employment?

Course Number: BUSA-40800
Credit: 2.00 unit(s)