Career Management

CAREER MANAGEMENT- CDEV 8130/8131/8132
ASSIGNMENT 5: MY REFLECTIONS
Academic Year 2023-2024
Worth 15% of the Final Grade
Individual Assignment
Due: This assignment is due by the end of module fourteen.
See Instructional Plan for exact due dates.
Submit to: Assignment 5 submission folder. Submission folders can be accessed by selecting
Course Tools and then Assignments on the course navigation bar.
Description
During modules 13 and 14, you were given a series of activities to complete. You explored what
success means as you pursue career goals and examined the SMART method for goal setting.
You also learnt about the rights and responsibilities in the workplace. This assignments asks you
to reflect on lifelong learning and indicating your approach to ensuring you remain updated on
rights in the workplace. Finally, you will choose and outline a career goal using the SMART
method for goal setting.
Rationale
Module 14 concludes the course by reflecting on, and actioning career goals. Committing to
taking action will support your job search success and workplace success.
This assignment will evaluate the following course learning outcomes:
6. Create a development plan that outlines activities, tools and milestones to support the
transition from college to their chosen career.
7. Outline the behavioural indicators and workplace rights and responsibilities which may
support or infringe on professional opportunities.
How Your Assignment Will be Graded
A rubric has been created and can be found attached to the submission folder. Submission
folders can be accessed by selecting Course Tools and then Assignments on the course
navigation bar.
Late Policy - The School of Interdisciplinary Studies Late Policy states that you will be deducted
10% per day for each day your assignment is late. After 7 days, you will be assigned a 0% for
the assignment. See the School of Interdisciplinary Studies Late Policy for further guidelines.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assessment Statements for Students
Use of any form of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is strictly forbidden throughout all
stages of this assessment, including brainstorming, idea generation, outline formation, etc. This
includes your cover letter and resume.
Generative AI may include (but is not limited to) chatbots, coding tools and image/art
generating tools, or other technologies that produce work for you. Using AI in any capacity
throughout the assessment process will be in violation of Conestoga’s Academic Offences policy
under the category of Unauthorized Aids and Assistance (Cheating) or Copying from Others or
Self Copying. The consequence of this violation is that an academic offence will be filed, with
the severity of the penalty dependent on previous offences. In cases where you are unsure if
something is considered generative AI, always ask your professor before using.
List of Activities
MODULE 13: IMPROVING SKILLS FOR SUCCESS, LIFELONG
LEARNING
My Reflections
To increase opportunities for progression in your industry, you will need to develop and gain
key competencies continually. Identify one asset and one skill you plan to develop or gain in the
next six months to one year? Indicate why each will be of value to an employer in your industry.
1. (Asset) – Business Acumen

The rationale for this choice – It focuses on my ability to understand and manage the complex
financial environment of healthcare. It's not just about basic number crunching but also strategic
decision-making, effective communication of financial information, and resource optimization
2. (Skill) – Project Management

The rationale for this choice – These skills would help me lead complex healthcare initiatives like
implementing new services, technology, or quality improvement programs. It will also help me boost
the performance of my team while highlighting my leadership potential for future growth.
What strategies do you plan on using to develop this skill and secure this asset, within the next 6 months
to one year? Indicate at least one strategy for each skill and asset.
1. Business Acumen – I plan to gain more financial education by reading, participating in online
courses, networking, and collaborating with my colleagues.
2. Project Management – I plan to revisit the project management course resources from this
course, connect with my professors, and volunteer in ongoing and upcoming healthcare
projects to gain hands-on knowledge. I also plan to acquire a PMP certification from PMI.
RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE WORKPLACE

Human rights issues may arise when working for an employer, or if you begin a business and
are therefore, the employer. In either circumstance, best practices and key principles must be
abided by to avoid legal implications.
What approaches will you take to ensuring you are aware of your own rights in the workplace,
and where can you find current information to stay updated on what these rights are? Indicate
two approaches you will take, and two places you can find current information.
Approaches you will take to remain aware of your rights in your place of work.
1. I will read my collective agreement carefully and use official resources like the employee handbook,
HR policies, government websites, etc.
2. If my job is unionized, I will also utilize those resources to get professional guidance through my
union representative, lawyers, and colleagues.
Where I can find current information about rights and responsibilities in the workplace.
1. Official government websites like the Canadian Human Rights Commission, Canada.ca and the
Ministry of Labor websites.
2. Professional Organizations or Professional l like Lawyers, or unions are able to help us find more
information about our rights as an employee.
MODULE 14: MY REFLECTIONS ON MOTIVATION, MY CAREER

GOAL
My Career Goal
Goal setting should include key elements to ensure you create an effective plan for success. In
module 14, we looked at a SMART goal-setting method to guide this process. Using the SMART
method, indicate your next career goal and how this will be achieved.
In the next six months to one year, I would like to……...

Write the goal here: I aim to grow my professional network within the Canadian healthcare industry
by June 31st, 2024. My goal is to make five in-person connections and add 50 new LinkedIn contacts.
Identify how this career goal fits the SMART method of goal setting by entering your plan into
the table below.
Specific My goal is precisely to make 5 in-person and 50 New LinkedIn Connections in the
Canadian Healthcare Industry.
Measurable My goals are measurable, I can track in-person connections by adding the
meetings to my calendar and save business cards, I can also track LinkedIn
connections using insights.
Attainable/ The goal is achievable, I will be further breaking it down to 1 in-person and 10
Achievable LinkedIn connections each month which is realistic.
Relevant As I graduate from this course, expanding my network is important for career
growth in healthcare, finding new opportunities, information, and collaborations.
Time Bound My Goal has a set deadline, 31 June 2024 which keeps me motivated and sets a
timeframe for the goal.

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CAREER MANAGEMENT- CDEV 8130/8131/8132

Worth 15% of the Final Grade

See Instructional Plan for exact due dates.

This assignment will evaluate the following course learning outcomes:

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assessment Statements for Students

1. (Asset) – Business Acumen

2. (Skill) – Project Management

RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE WORKPLACE

MODULE 14: MY REFLECTIONS ON MOTIVATION, MY CAREER

In the next six months to one year, I would like to……...

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