This course is the first of three Business Development Workshops, is held during the first term. It consists of three sessions, each lasting 2 hours. Grading is done on a pass/fail basis, based on class attendance and participation. This grade does not affect GPA. However, sessions are mandatory; students cannot graduate from the day M.B.A. program without passing this course.

Not required

Exit Competencies:

Through the theoretical study and practical application of the skills learned in this workshop, students will have increased awareness of the importance of a well-written resume in the job search process. Upon completion of the workshop, students will have been provided with extensive resources for composing and revising their resumes and cover letters. Students will also have acquired skills for critiquing, updating, and personalizing their resumes to fit a specific position.

1. Required Materials


1. Textbooks

NO TEXTBOOK REQUIRED


APA Manual
Effective October 1^st 2009, the 6th edition of the APA Manual is required for all courses.

NSU Bookstore
Textbooks and Case Studies may be purchased from the NSU Bookstore (located in the University Park Plaza) by calling 1-800-509-2665 or online at http://www.nsubooks.bkstore.com.

The NSU libraries comprise the Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center, East Campus Branch Library, Health Professions Division Library, Law Library and Technology Center, North Miami Beach Branch Library, University School Library Media Centers, and the William S. Richardson Ocean Science Library. Students are strongly encouraged to visit one of the physical locations and/or take advantage of the vast electronic library available for research. For more information, please visit http://www.nova.edu/library.

Please note that all required and recommended materials should be referenced in APA style.