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For Your Final Assignment In This Course You Will Prepare A Complete

In this course, you are required to develop a comprehensive professional portfolio suitable for presentation to prospective employers, create a profile on the Bloomberg Businessweek B-School Connection Go Marketplace, and submit a final polished draft of your previous research project from Phase 3. The assignment encompasses three parts, each detailed below.

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Part 1: Professional Portfolio

Construct a professional portfolio in a single Word document. This portfolio should include the following components:

  • A title page.
  • Table of contents.
  • An official professional autobiography.
  • A cover letter tailored to a prospective employer.
  • A resume showcasing your skills and experience.
  • A 500-word essay articulating your career goals.
  • A listing of awards and honors received.
  • Work samples from your professional career or academic coursework.
  • Letters of reference from previous employers or academic mentors.
  • Any additional career resources or documentation relevant to your professional profile.

The entire portfolio must be formatted consistently and professionally, with attention to clarity and grammatical accuracy. To assist in preparing the resume and related documents, utilize resources available from CTU Career Services, including sample resumes tailored for career changers, career advancers, and entry-level professionals. These resources are designed to help you identify your skills, craft effective resumes, develop a personal brand, and prepare for job searches through interview practice and networking strategies.

Part 2: Bloomberg Businessweek B-School Connection Go Marketplace Profile

Using the resources provided by Bloomberg Businessweek B-School Connection, complete your Go Marketplace profile. This profile enables you to showcase your talents and connect with potential opportunities. The profile should be thorough and professionally presented, reflecting your skills and interests.

The cumulative deliverable for Parts 1 and 2 is a comprehensive Word document of at least 10 pages, encompassing your full professional portfolio and your completed Go Marketplace profile.

Part 3: Final Research Project Submission

In the previous Phase 3 Individual Project, you researched entrepreneurship and small business ventures, culminating in an executive business plan presentation comprising 15–20 slides, with speaker notes of 200–250 words per slide. Review the feedback received on that submission and prepare a final, polished version of your research project. The revised document should meet the following criteria:

  • Length: 15–20 slides, excluding title and reference slides.
  • References: At least 20 credible sources formatted appropriately.
  • Content: Clear, cohesive, and well-supported with data and analysis.
  • Presentation: Professionally designed slides with relevant graphics, including company or brand logos and commercial clips where appropriate.
  • Speaker notes should augment each slide, providing insights and elaboration based on your research.

This final submission will demonstrate your comprehensive understanding of entrepreneurial management and small business strategies, integrating your previous research with refined presentation skills.

References

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