2015 Semester Exam

I'm sorry I couldn't be in class today.  My daughter has a stomach bug and is staying home from school.  Please answer the following exam questions in a Word document and email them to me at mattspinella@gmail.com for a grade.  I will have your exams graded by 3pm today.

Part 1: Reflection Essays – 100 points (50 points per essay)

Compose two (2) reflection essays (minimum 200 words for each)on any of the following concepts covered this semester:

• ·         The importance of safety in the classroom and workplace
• ·         How to apply for an entry-level job (fast food, grocery store, retail, etc.)
• ·         Proper interview preparation
• ·         The importance of a resume
• ·         Electronic vs. physical portfolio
• ·         Digital footprint
• ·         Branding yourself

Your essay should include information you’ve learned, how you can apply what you’ve learned, and how your learning can help separate yourself from other job candidates or college applicants.

Part 2: Employability Skills – 25 points

Perform a Google search on your desired career and identify which knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) are essential.  Be specific about your desired career (Examples: If you wish to be a CPA, will you pursue tax or audit? If you wish to be a nurse, what licensure will you pursue?).  Use current job postings and articles to compose a descriptive list of at least five (5) employment requirements.

Part 3: Ethical Conduct in the Workplace – 25 points

Often, in lower-level job settings (fast food, grocery store, retail), employees face ethical dilemmas.  Describe a scenario in which an employee’s ethics would be challenged, and explain at least two ways you could practice good ethics in the workplace.  Examples include:

·         Handling large sums of money

·         Inappropriate comments in the workplace

·         Alienating co-workers based on gender, race, religion, or sexual preference

·         Stealing merchandise

Part 4: Interview for a position at ABC Grocery Store – 50 points

Please write out your answers for the following questions:

1.    Tell me a little about yourself.

2.    What is your biggest strength and how can it help you succeed in your career?

3.    Tell me about one of your weaknesses.

4.    Tell me about a time in which you failed.

5.    Do you have any proof that you can complete the tasks required for this position? - Great time to show off the portfolio

6.    What do you know about this position?

7.    Do your grades in school reflect your work ethic?

8.    Tell me about a time in which you were faced with a challenge and succeeded.

9.    Why should I hire you?

1        10.  Do you have any questions for me?

I Good luck on the exam.  Have a safe and restful Winter Break!