Employers have told us they are looking for employees with professional skills in verbal and written communication, understanding of data and how to present it in meaningful ways, critical (and creative) thinking, professionalism, and high ethical standards, not just knowledge of the field.

Please discuss what professional skills that are vital for success in your field have you grown in over the course of your program?

How has your experience studying at Southwestern College Professional Studies assisted you in developing these skills?

What are three steps you will take to ensure you continue to grow in and/or demonstrate these skills in your career? (Sources not required).

Participation Requirements:

Consult the grading rubric in the Faculty & Course Info section for the grading criteria.

Original discussion board posts:

Create a thread for your original post identified with your name.
An average of 350-500 words in length with proper punctuation, capitalization, and grammar.
Include supportive evidence, such as direct applicable experience and expert sources.
Due no later than Wednesday, 11:59 pm, CT
Responses to discussion board posts:

Respond to two peers, minimum (you are expected to continue to engage with peers and instructor beyond these two responses)
Initial Peer responses due Friday, 11:59 pm, CT
Remain engaged in the discussion through Sunday, 11:59 pm, CT