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Understanding the Job Market Read Chapter Four. The goals of this class session are
"Demand for workers high!". "Companies forced to pay bonuses to attract workers!" "Change in the Global Marketplace!" "Dot.coms rule the job market!" "Dot.coms failing in high numbers!" Headlines such as these scream at us from the pages of newspapers and popular magazines. But what does this mean for the liberal arts college senior preparing to end the entry-level job market? During this class session, we will learn to explore job market trends relating to a much broader spectrum of career options and evaluate how and when this information can help you make informed decisions about your job search. There are two types of job market information which will be helpful to you as you look for your first job. First, Become familiar with labor market information. . For example, how does the demand for computer programmers influence the market for information specialists with a background in library science? If a bonus is offered on Wall Street to new college graduates, should you expect one in Cleveland? Which organizations pay attention to concerns about work-life balance? Examples of important sources include the following:
Activities:
When you have completed the assignments through Class Session Four, send your portfolio to me either as an attachment to an email to craigkm@hiram.edu or bring your portfolio disk, marked Portfolio for (your name); Student Development 611.02, (semester and year). Not sure how to send an attachment? See Technical Help.
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4-9 Explore the sources listed above until you find materials
relating to your
career field. You may explore online using the links above, check books out from
the Career Library, use a search engine to search the Internet for employment
articles, read newspapers, magazines or journals, or talk to alums or other
professionals. See page 68 in your textbook – answer these four questions in
your Portfolio.