Selecting a College Major : Exploration and Decision Making

Gordon, Virginia N., Sears, Susan Jones

ISBN 10: 0130395854 / ISBN 13: 9780130395856

Published by Pearson Education, Limited, 2003

About this Item

Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Seller Inventory # 45665124-6

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Selecting a College Major : Exploration and Decision Making
• Publisher: Pearson Education, Limited
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0130395854
• ISBN 13: 9780130395856
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 5 Edition.
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 0.65 pounds

About this title

Synopsis

Focused on the decision-making process as a tool for choosing an academic major or changing a previous academic decision, this workbook is filled with self-assessment exercises that help readers see the importance of identifying realistic goals, developing a workable academic path towards those goals, and integrating their past academic work with their choices. They can then create an action plan for identifying and gathering information about academic and occupational alternatives and for choosing a major and career path. KEY TOPICS Separate units cover taking stock, exploring self, exploring majors, exploring occupations, making a decision, implementing a decision, and the job search?resumes, cover letters, and interview preparation. For individuals preparing for both their college and business careers.

From the Back Cover

Focused on the decision-making process as a tool for choosing an academic major or changing a previous academic decision, this workbook is filled with self-assessment exercises that help readers see the importance of identifying realistic goals, developing a workable academic path towards those goals, and integrating their past academic work with their choices. They can then create an action plan for identifying and gathering information about academic and occupational alternatives and for choosing a major and career path. Separate units cover taking stock, exploring self, exploring majors, exploring occupations, making a decision, implementing a decision, and the job search—resumes, cover letters, and interview preparation. For individuals preparing for both their college and business careers.