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SECTION 1: JOB SEARCH AND APPLICATION AND APPLICATION

1. Explore Career Options

Once you have a solid sense of who you are and what you are looking for in a career, the next step is to
get a handle on how the world of work operates and research your desired field in detail.

TYPE OF ORGANIZATION INDUSTRY SECTOR DEPARTMENT JOB FUNCTION

A. Ownership Consulting Finance Accounting
Public FMCG R&D Administrative
Private Real Estate Legal Consulting
Non-profit Hospitality Operations Engineering
Banking & Finance Sales & Marketing Marketing
B. Size Supply Chain Customer Service Operations
Small Technology Human Resources Research
Medium
Large Startup Public Relations ...
...
C. Scope
Local
National
International

Research Job Function

Having targeted a career to pursue, you should evaluate how it aligns with your values, competence,
and expectations by considering these factors:
Scope of work
Job qualifications and requirements
Working conditions
Opportunities for promotion and salary range

Research the Industry

Industry search can help identify whether your target is a potential industry:
Assess career prospects in the sector
Consider key issues and future industry trends
Identify qualities/ skillsets needed for success
Explore diverse job functions within the industry

Research the Employer/Organization

Researching your target employer before applying will help you become more familiar with the
organization, its values, and its services. Below are some suggested information for your research:
Products or services
Size and growth patterns
Goals & Visions & Culture

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