AEC

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT - LCA.EN

Course title:
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
410-MCA-UM















60 hours (3.33 units)
Weighting of course: 1-3-6

HOURS
Theory Practice Study at home

15 45 90




Semester: Winter 2021



COURSE OUTLINE

This is the 9th course in the Program

Theory Lab
Course code Course Title Total
hours hours
410-MCC-UM Introduction to Supply Chain Management 45 15 60
410-MC2-UM SAP Fundamentals 15 30 45
410-MC3-UM SAP Procurement and Inbound logistics 30 30 60
410-MC4-UM SAP Inventory management 30 30 60
410-MC5-UM SAP Production Planning 30 30 60
410-MC6-UM SAP Warehouse management: Reception and storage 30 30 60
SAP Outbound logistics: Sales order processing & outbound
410-MC7-UM 30 30 60
delivery
410-MC9-UM Advanced Topics in Supply Chain Management 45 90 135
410-MCA-UM Career Development 15 45 60
410-MCB-UM Project 0 300 300
270 630 900

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course is designed to teach students how to integrate themselves into the Canadian job market. In 4 short weeks, we
look at the kind of mindset that is needed to be successful in the job search process, how to shape the CV and cover
letters, we practice interview skills, and much more.
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AFTER SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETING THIS COURSE, THE STUDENT WILL HAVE PARTIALLY ACHIEVED THE
FOLLOWING OBJECTIVES (SKILLS) AND THEIR ELEMENTS:

Objective Objective Description Elements of the Objectives
code
ü Interpret the concept of logistics.
ü Characterize the work functions and conditions of exercise of
profession.
00N1 Analyze the work functions. ü Examine the tasks related to profession.
ü Examine skills and the behaviors necessary to perform these
tasks


COURSE PLANNING

CLASS SUBJECT HOURS
1 Introductions
•Course Outline •The Instructor •The Students
Canadian customs
•Discussion Topics •Displays of Emotion •Workplace Formalities •Non-Verbal Communication 4
Building a network
•Elevator Pitch •Networking Call •Building Rapport •Tips and Tricks •Networking with
Classmates activity
Lab 1 •Review in-class material and activities
•Read-through of Cultural Information document (Can be Found on Omnivox)
•Career Counseling Student Manual- Chapter on Networking (on Omnivox)
•Practice having conversations in English with a professional tone
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•Review Networking Questions
•Watch the Following Videos and Take Notes on What You Learned:
• “How to Hack Networking” by David Burkus
• “The Art of Active Networking” by Mark E. Sackett

• “The Secret to Great Opportunities? The Person You Haven’t Met Yet” by Tanya Menon
• “How to Practice Emotional Hygiene” by Guy Winch
• “Your Dream Job is a Cold Email Away” by Arteen Arabshahi
2 Assignment Due: Your Current CV
Review of class 1
•Canadian Customs Recap •Building a Network Recap
CV writing
4
•How the Recruiter Thinks •How to Make Your Profile More Attractive To Recruiters
Internship/ Job Search checklist
•Read-through •Your Skills and How to Write Them •Explore Workplaces and Job Titles •Where
Do You Want to Work and Why •Finding Job Descriptions
Lab 2 •Review in-class material and activities
•Career Counseling Student Manual – Chapters on CV Writing, Internship Preparation and Job
Search Checklist (on Omnivox)
•Practice having conversations in English with a professional tone
•Review CV writing techniques and read through the Job Search Checklist
•Watch the Following Videos and Take Notes on What You Learned:
• “Don’t Find a Job, Find a Mission” by Celeste Headlee 18.75
• “How to Land Your Dream Job with One Email” by Edward Druce
• “Looking For a Job? Highlight Your Ability, Not Your Experience” by Jason Shen
• “Why The Best Hire Might Not Have The Perfect Resume” by Regina Hartley
• “Own Your Behaviours, Master Your Communication, Determine Your Success” by Louise
Evans
• “Why Your Job Applications Are Getting Ignored” by Jean-Michel Gauthier
3 Assignment Due: Your Updated CV
Review of class 2
LinkedIn Profile
•Introduction •Keywords •10 Ways to Improve Your Profile •Adding Skills and Endorsements
4
•Photo
The Cover Letter
•What is it? •Structure •The Introduction •Highlighting Key Aspects from CV •Writing a Sample
Cover Letter
Lab 3 •Review in-class material and activities
•Career Counseling Student Manual—Chapters on LinkedIn and The Cover Letter
•Practice writing cover letters for different job postings
•Practice having conversations in English with a professional tone
•Watch the Following Videos and Take Notes on What You Learned:
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• “Three Questions to Unlock Your Authentic Career” by Ashley Stahl
• “How to Know Your Life Purpose in 5 Minutes” by Adam Leipzig
• “LinkedIn’s Community: A Superpower Hiding in Plain Sight” by Sandra Long
• “How to Use LinkedIn to Network – 5 LinkedIn Networking Tips” by Professor Heather
Austin
4 The Interview
•Question and answer sheet •Improv/ Public speaking 3
Q&A
Lab 4 •Review in-class material and activities
•Career Counseling Student Manual—Chapter on The Interview and review the Questions &
Answers
•Practice writing cover letters for different job postings
•Practice having conversations in English with a professional tone
•Watch the Following Videos and Take Notes on What You Learned:
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• “How to make the Job Search Successful” by Anna Wicha
• “Career Change: The Questions You Need to Ask Yourself Now” by Laura Sheehan
• “How to Introduce Yourself” by Kevin Bahler
• “Expect the Unexpected in an Interview” by Itziar de Ros
• “How to Stay Calm When You Know You’ll Be Stressed” by Daniel Levitin
• “How to Speak So That People Want to Listen” by Julian Treasure


Notes regarding online classes as per Article 1 and Article 20 of the College Education Regulations of Québec (RREC):

- The number of classes and hours per each class described in the above plan may vary for courses delivered temporarily
online. Online courses are consisted of live sessions delivered by instructors, as well as extra activities through the
Learning Management System under the instructor guidance/supervision.

- Instructors will be providing students with more details regarding learning activities as classes resume.

- The duration of your program and respective courses is still the same.

- Students are encouraged to interact with instructors through Omnivox, as it will continue to be the main platform for
sharing content and providing assignments, among other activities.

- Examinations will be held in an online format. Instructors will be providing more details as classes start.

LAB SESSIONS

Please be advised that your program is composed of theory and labs. Similar to the theory portion of your program, the
student must also complete the lab portion in order to successfully complete the program leading to the diploma.

Students are encouraged to attend the lab sessions where they will receive additional assistance to complete their labs,
review the content delivered in class or address any questions they may have regarding the course content.

Please check the lab sessions schedule available for your course on Omnivox under “Documents and Messages”.
Additional sessions can also be requested by following the instructions available in the document.

Further instructions on completing the labs will be provided by your teachers.

If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact the Academics Department using the email
below:

academics@montrealcollege.ca

For assistance with all other matters related to Career Development, please book a one-on-one coaching session with
your career counselor by clicking on the following link:
https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/CareerCenter@montrealcollege.ca/bookings/

WEIGHTING OF THE SUMMATIVE EVALUATIONS

In-class Activities & Discussions – 15%
Online Forum Discussions – 5%
Assignment 1 Due Class 2: Submitting Your Current CV – 30%
Assignment 2 Due Class 3: Submitting Your Updated CV – 50%

100% Total

60% is the passing grade

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: PLAGIARISM AND CHEATING

As stated in clause 4.10 of the IPESA:

MCIT defines plagiarism as: The use by a student of someone else’s language, ideas, images, work, information or any
other original material without acknowledging and/or documenting its source. This applies to any work presented or
submitted by the student such as, but not limited to: text, media, print or online document. To avoid plagiarism, all work

material must be in a student’s own words or, if using other resources – they must be appropriately quoted and
referenced.

Cheating means any dishonest or deceptive practices in relation to information, academic coursework and evaluation.

All incidents of plagiarism or cheating will be reported to the Pedagogical Committee and the Academic Dean will be
informed.

The above incidents may result in disciplinary action such as:

- Failing grade of zero on the assignment, work or course.

- Suspension/expulsion from the course and/or the program and/or the college.

For further information, please refer to the IPESA, found on Omnivox under “Documents and Messages”.

RECOMMENDED READINGS AND MEDIA

• “How to Hack Networking” by David Burkus
• “The Art of Active Networking” by Mark E. Sackett
• “The Secret to Great Opportunities? The Person You Haven’t Met Yet” by Tanya Menon
• “How to Practice Emotional Hygiene” by Guy Winch
• “Your Dream Job is a Cold Email Away” by Arteen Arabshahi
• “Don’t Find a Job, Find a Mission” by Celeste Headlee
• “How to Land Your Dream Job with One Email” by Edward Druce
• “Looking For a Job? Highlight Your Ability, Not Your Experience” by Jason Shen
• “Why The Best Hire Might Not Have The Perfect Resume” by Regina Hartley
• “Own Your Behaviours, Master Your Communication, Determine Your Success” by Louise Evans
• “Why Your Job Applications Are Getting Ignored” by Jean-Michel Gauthier
• “Three Questions to Unlock Your Authentic Career” by Ashley Stahl
• “How to Know Your Life Purpose in 5 Minutes” by Adam Leipzig
• “LinkedIn’s Community: A Superpower Hiding in Plain Sight” by Sandra Long
• “How to Use LinkedIn to Network – 5 LinkedIn Networking Tips” by Professor Heather Austin
• “How to make the Job Search Successful” by Anna Wicha
• “Career Change: The Questions You Need to Ask Yourself Now” by Laura Sheehan
• “How to Introduce Yourself” by Kevin Bahler
• “Expect the Unexpected in an Interview” by Itziar de Ros
• “How to Stay Calm When You Know You’ll Be Stressed” by Daniel Levitin
• “How to Speak So That People Want to Listen” by Julian Treasure

TEACHING METHODOLOGY

This course has a total of 15 hours of theoretical and practical training. The training consists of different components:
lecture, practice, formative assessment, demonstrative, etc. The material is seen in class. The student is expected to do
homework at home. The nature and content of the Project will be explained during the semester at the Teacher’s
discretion.


The Student is responsible for reading the Institutional Policy on the Evaluation of Student Achievement (IPESA).


TEACHER’S COORDINATES

Name: Valerie Ndiweni

Please e-mail the instructor on MIO using Omnivox.