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OLET2119: Professionalism in the Workplace
2022 unit information
This OLE unit teaches the skills required to be a productive member of the workforce and will provide you with resources for cultivating your professional, ethical and personal identity. It will prepare you to become a valuable contributor to a globally competitive workplace by exhibiting a sound work ethic, integrity, reliability, flexibility and cultural competency. Topics covered include professional boundaries, social mores, operating procedures and values, and intercultural communication. These modules will teach you to network effectively, hone your interpersonal skills, and develop an online presence for professional use.
Unit details and rules
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| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | English and Writing |
| Credit points | 2 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. able to identify your strengths and achievements and showcase them
- LO2. develop an ethical personal brand that will earn respect
- LO3. develop an integrated professional, ethical and personal identity
- LO4. showcase your abilities as a dependable colleague, role model and mentor
- LO5. write clearly and concisely for business environments
- LO6. communicate effectively with clients and colleagues in live settings, virtual and online environments
- LO7. tailor business writing for diverse audiences.
Unit availability
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