Introduction to the course Requirements

Finding your path, IKIGAI. The concept of personal brand. Establishing and maintaining your personal brand. Personal SWOT analysis. Job search strategies, tools and tips. Job search resources in the Czech Republic.

CV dos and don'ts, section to include and exclude, tips on perfecting your CV.

Writing a cover letter: why bother about it and how to stand out from the crowd. LinkedIn profile - an important element of professional portfolio. Applications through job sites and company's websites. Other application materials that might be required to submit.

Networking: who, where and how? Confidence pillars. Conversation starters. Body language. Self-presentation. LinkedIn - a powerful networking and job search tool. Being visible and being an active user. Career development

Purpose of a job interview and your role there. Interview types. Before, during and after an interview: what to do and what to avoid. Dealing with nervousness and getting rejected.

Conflict resolution. Challenging situations you can face at work: how to deal with them. Salary negotiations: who initiates, when is the best time and how to approach this uneasy issue.

No class meeting. Time slot reserved for mock interviews. - Arrange your mock interview individually for this time slot. - Individual consultations on internship search and feedback on assignments. Tip: if you chose to write an Individual Career Plan, use this time to work on it.

Discussion over the experience and challenges faced during the internship application process and the internship itself. Incomplete form. Suggestions on course improvements.