GBPGBP (Global Business Program)

This course is designed to equip students with the necessary tools and knowledge to navigate their career paths successfully. Through interactive sessions, self-assessments, and practical exercises, students will explore their strengths, interests, values, and goals to make informed decisions about their future careers.

Students will have a deep understanding of:

1- Understand the importance of career development and planning.
2- Identify personal strengths, interests, values, and goals.
3- Explore various career options and pathways.
4- Develop essential skills for career success, including communication, networking, and problem-solving.
5- Learn effective job search strategies, resume writing, and interview techniques.
6- Understand the role of continuous learning and professional development in career advancement.
7- Develop a personalized career action plan.

英語 / English

- Lectures: Instructor-led sessions to introduce concepts and facilitate discussions.
- Activities: Individual and group activities to apply concepts learned in lectures.

All of the class activities will be conducted in English.

あり / Yes

なし / No

授業形態/methods of teaching：対面/face to face

※各回の授業形態は予定です。教員の指示に従ってください。

Week 1[対面/face to face]：Orientation

Outline of the course. Introduction of instructor. Free discussion on “career” and career development.

Week 2[対面/face to face]：Introduction to Career Development

Career development is the proactive, lifelong process of finding your footing and advancing your career path.

Week 3[対面/face to face]：Self-Assessment

Helping students identify their strengths, weaknesses, interests, and values to align with potential career paths.

Week 4[対面/face to face]：Career Exploration

Introducing students to various career options, industries, and roles, and teaching them how to conduct effective research.

Week 5[対面/face to face]：Skill Development

- Communication skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Adaptability and resilience

week 6[対面/face to face]：Job Search Strategies

Equipping students with tools and methods to search for job opportunities, including online job boards, networking events, and informational interviews.

Week 7[対面/face to face]：Interview Preparation

Training students on interview etiquette, common interview questions, and techniques to showcase their qualifications and suitability for roles.

Week 8[対面/face to face]：Professional Development

Encouraging students to pursue continuous learning, skill development, and professional growth throughout their careers.

Week 9[対面/face to face]：Career Action Plan

- Defines your career goals
- Audits your skillset
- Identifies strengths and weaknesses
- Creates achievable milestones
- Details the actionable steps to take.
- Tracks and monitors your progress.

Week 10[対面/face to face]：Career Transitions and Adaptability

Helping students navigate career transitions, whether it's changing industries, roles, or returning to work after a hiatus.

week 11[対面/face to face]：Personal Branding and Online Presence

Educating students on the importance of personal branding and managing their online presence through platforms like LinkedIn.

Week 12[対面/face to face]：Guest Speaker(1) sessions

HR Recruiter
Recruitment Company

Listen to the guest speaker session on Career in Japan, recruitment company.

Week 13[対面/face to face]：Guest Speaker(2) sessions

HRPB Tech company

Listen to the guest speaker session on the career from company aspect.

Week 14[対面/face to face]：Wrap-up

Review major points students learned in the course and further deepen their understanding through wrap-up Q&A and discussions.

Students taking this course should spend time to prepare and review the lessons before and after the course, for approximately One (1) Hour.

For this course there is not a specific textbook which will be followed, I will be using different resources like as below:
"Designing Your Life" by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans:
• A book that applies design thinking principles to help students create a meaningful and fulfilling career.

"The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey.
• Focuses on personal development and effectiveness, providing valuable insights for career success.

Online Platforms: LinkedIn Learning.

References will be introduced in class.

Grading will be decided based on the following criteria:

Participation: Active engagement in class discussions and activities: 60%
Final Project: Develop a comprehensive career action plan: 40%


Details will be explained during the first class.
Please note that students who miss 4 classes or more without justification cannot receive credit.

Following student comments, more pair and group discussion will be conducted.