Assignment And Discussion 63

Question Description

Assignment

Completing this assignment will help you name and identify the skills and abilities that will move your career forward.

Finda specific job opening posted online within the last 9 months. You willdevelop a Job Application Cover Letter (as though you were applying tothat position) that highlights and emphasizes why you are the mostsuitable candidate for this position. For the purposes of thisassignment, you can present yourself as a recent graduate if needed.

Completethe cover letter on page 1 of the submission and then include a link tothe job posting on page 2 (a copy and paste of the link is acceptableand the link must work). To compose the letter, use the general writingguidelines on pp. 266-267 in the text for structural and contentguidance. Note: An example can be found on p. 263, Figure 13.8.

The message should take the form of a business letter; however, you will submit your assignment to the online course shell.

The job letter / application message must adhere to the following requirements:

1. Content
   1. Highlight relevant background and job history information specific to the opening.
   2. Emphasize significant qualifications and exclude nonessential ideas.
2. Format
   1. Follow proper letter formatting techniques per business letter format.
   2. Use an appropriate and professional greeting and closing.
3. Style
   1. Use professional language.
   2. Paragraphs effectively developed and efficient. Note: Six (6) or seven (7) lines when possible.
4. Mechanics
   1. Make sure there are no grammar or spelling errors.
   2. Eliminate wordiness and unclear sentence construction.

This course requires use of Strayer Writing Standards (SWS).The format is different than other Strayer University courses. Pleasetake a moment to review the SWS documentation for details.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

1. Plan, create, and evaluate professional documents.
2. Write clearly, coherently, and persuasively using proper grammar, mechanics, and formatting appropriate to the situation.
3. Deliver professional information to various audiences using appropriate tone, style, and format.
4. Develop presentation skills for use in the professional environment.

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Discussion

“Reflection”

1. Review a guide to writing cover letters, located at https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/549/01/. Next,reflect on what you learned regarding the importance and structure ofjob application cover letters. Ascertain the key factors an employer maytake into consideration when determining whether an applicant receives ajob interview.
2. Identify two (2) key skills that you learned during the course that you think will add to your communication effectiveness.
3. Think aboutyour goal established in Week 5’s discussion. How well did you progresstowards achieving that goal? What additional work must you do toachieve or expand that goal?