© 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning International Career Planning Searching for Your First Job Applying for a Job Obtaining Future Jobs CHAPTER 13

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4e CHAPTER © 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning SLIDE 2 13 LESSON 13-1 Searching For Your First Job GOALS Describe the steps of the career planning process. List sources of career planning information. Identify factors that affect job availability.

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4e CHAPTER © 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning SLIDE 3 13 Career Planning The importance of work Five steps in career planning

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4e CHAPTER © 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning SLIDE 4 13 The Career Planning Process Step 1:Determine your personal goals and abilities Step 2:Evaluate the job market Step 3:Identify and apply for specific job opportunities Step 4:Accept the most desirable job offer Step 5:Plan for personal career development

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4e CHAPTER © 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning SLIDE 5 13 Exploring Career Information Library materials Media Personal and professional contacts Community organizations Internet

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4e CHAPTER © 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning SLIDE 6 13 Identifying Career Opportunities Factors affecting career choice Personal factors Demographic trends Geographic influences Economic conditions Industry trends Sources of information about available jobs

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4e CHAPTER © 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning SLIDE 7 13 LESSON 13-2 Applying for a Job GOALS Describe important elements of a resume. Explain successful interview techniques. Describe other documents that may be involved in applying for a job.

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4e CHAPTER © 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning SLIDE 8 13 Creating a Resume Personal data Career objective Education Experience Related activities Honors and awards References

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4e CHAPTER © 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning SLIDE 9 13 Other Job Application Documents Cover letter Application form International employment documents Passport Visa Work visa

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4e CHAPTER © 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning SLIDE Interviewing for a Job Before you interview When you interview Screening interview Selection interview After you interview

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4e CHAPTER © 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning SLIDE LESSON 13-3 Obtaining Future Jobs GOALS Explain why careers can develop and change. Explain how to prepare for international careers.

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4e CHAPTER © 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning SLIDE Developing Career Options Training opportunities Career advancement Changing careers

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4e CHAPTER © 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning SLIDE Preparing for International Careers Understand yourself Strengthen your foundational skills Enhance your language skills Develop relevant knowledge, skills, and attitudes Gain international experiences Network with international professionals

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4e CHAPTER © 2011 South-Western | Cengage Learning SLIDE Common Reasons for Accepting or Rejecting International Work Assignments Reasons for AcceptingReasons for Rejecting Cross-cultural experiences and personal growth Interesting and challenging job Better financial and other rewards Career advancement opportunities A desirable location A satisfying life Undesirable location Undesirable job and career move Unacceptable for spouse and family Inadequate salary and benefits Unpleasant life abroad Disruption to home country life