In this video, you can gain an understanding of whether a degree is needed for a position, what consideration you may face in choosing a degree, and what learning formats are options for you to obtain the degree.
- To advance in your early career,…a good strategy is to seek further education.…The question is, what type of degree and what schools…are best to achieve your goals?…The Gap Analysis tool used to help you identify areas…for development based on your desired job.…Helps to assess the degree needs…by examining the multiple job descriptions in a field,…you can determine if a degree is required…or a preferred qualification.…Let's examine how human resource specialists…write degree requirements in job descriptions…and what that means for your choice of further education.…
At the most entry level positions,…they may write something like BA/BS desired…or BA preferred and education beyond high school…can count towards experience.…This means that they'll give preference to those…with a bachelor's degree and to move up in the organization,…you will most likely need to obtain a bachelor's degree.…If you do have experience but not the degree,…you can apply but you should be thinking…about earning your bachelor's degree.…
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6/5/2018- Identifying your mission alignment
- Finding the right work culture
- Understanding work roles
- Researching salary ranges
- Identifying employer needs
- Identifying your gaps
- Strengthening your skills
- Building experience outside of academia
- Evaluating degree programs based on ROI
- Presenting yourself as the best candidate
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