Accounting Question

Discussion: The Job SearchWhen you take courses (or participate in any professional development), it’s important to
think about how you can apply your new knowledge and skills to your career. You should also
consider what jobs this experience may help you get and how to highlight your new expertise.
In this discussion, you will collaborate with peers to share observations, suggestions, and
helpful tips related to job searching.
First, take some time to explore a few job postings for your ideal career. The following
websites may be helpful to use:
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LinkedIn
Indeed
The IMA Featured Jobs webpage
PART ONE: As you explore, take note of key terms, requirements, preferences, and skills
that are listed that relate to knowledge and skills covered in this course. Then, for your initial
post briefly address the following questions:
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What is your ideal career, and what about it interests you?
When exploring job postings related to your ideal career, what knowledge and skills
were listed that directly relate to this course?
What key terms or experiences would you include in your resume, cover letter, or
interview to showcase your relevant knowledge and skills related to the job posting?
Were there certain modules, topics, or skills from this course that you feel were
especially relevant for your ideal career?
PART TWO: In responses to two peers, address the following:
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What similarities and differences did you see in your findings?
What suggestions would you give your peers related to how to showcase their
newfound knowledge and skills?
What tips for finding relevant job postings would you suggest?
What general observations did you notice when exploring job postings or reflecting on
how the material in this course can be applied to your ideal career?