University of Sialkot: Faculty of Management and Administrative Sciences Course Outline
University of Sialkot: Faculty of Management and Administrative Sciences Course Outline
Course Aims
The overarching goal of this course is to help you develop a deeper understanding of theory and
research in the area of career development and planning and to demonstrate how such knowledge
is pertinent for the effective management of your own career. The course operates under the
assumption that an in-depth understanding of career issues will help you become a successful
employee and/or leader, and will assist you with your long-term career goals and aspirations.
Develop skills and resources that can be utilized in managing your own careers, in
general, and preparing you for the job search process, in particular.
Develop team work skills in conceptualizing, implementing, and completing a project.
Gain awareness and insights about your strengths and growth areas and develop practical
Strategies how this information can be applied in managing your own career
development.
Determine a career path that best suits your values, interests, personality, and skills.
Identify factors influencing employees and their careers.
Compare and contrast the various theories of career choice and development.
Develop an in-depth understanding of theory and research in the area of career
development
Pre-requisite:
Knowledge of Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior
Credit Hours:
3+0
Recommended Book:
1. Career Management 3rd edition
By Jefferey H. Greenhaus
Reference Book:
1. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
2. The 8th Habit: From Effectiveness to Greatness
By Stephen R. Covey
Course Contents:
See on next page
S. # COURSE CONTENTS REFERENCES
Part I:
1 Ch # 1
Introduction to the study of the career
9 Organizational Entry Ch # 7
15 Management Diversity Ch # 12