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Career Opportunities in Globalized Economy

Career Opportunities in Globalized Economy. Dr. Jeyakesavan Veerasamy University of Texas at Dallas jeyv@utdallas.edu. Economics. Continues to be an interesting & complex field globally. Perhaps not as many job opportunities as IT field. Economics : concepts. Saving vs. Spending

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Career Opportunities in Globalized Economy

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  1. Career Opportunities in Globalized Economy Dr. Jeyakesavan Veerasamy University of Texas at Dallas jeyv@utdallas.edu

  2. Economics • Continues to be an interesting & complex field globally. • Perhaps not as many job opportunities as IT field.

  3. Economics : concepts • Saving vs. Spending • Budgeting monthly income & expenses • Inflation & GDP growth • Effect of corruption on inflation? • Is it worth going abroad to learn & earn (IT)? • Neighboring countries’ economies are important – we want even our enemy to be healthy 

  4. Career opportunities • Higher studies & Teaching • Economic data analysis – companies & banks • Corporate offices • Contrast to IT job: Your knowledge, attitude and enthusiasm can make bigger difference –determine how high you can go.

  5. What do companies want?

  6. What do companies want?Problem Solving Skills • It is ok to complain, but go in with a suggestion to solve the problem – that is what the boss wants. • no room for “whiners”. • shows your passion • this alone can decide promotion! • Do not be afraid to try “something” new. • OK to make a mistake, but NEVER repeat the same one.

  7. What do companies want? Communication skills • Over-communicate, but be succinct and clear – no one has the time or patience now  • It is all in the way you put it! • Comprehension skills • Analogy: summarizing a “movie” experience. • Learn to say NO politely • Make your priorities clear

  8. What do companies want?Team-work • Provide constructive criticism in meetings • Ask questions – do not be a silent spectator! • Avoid bringing emotions to work • Be a professional at work – “Doctor” analogy • Value your time and others’ time • Offer to help when someone is overloaded • Remind people to follow process • How can you help to make office run like “well-oiled machine”?

  9. What do companies want?Other traits • Be sincere & dependable • No backstabbing / favoritism • look at the lives of people in Tamil serials  • Computer skills - must!

  10. Have a wonderful year at college &best wishes for your career!

  11. Questions & Answers Dr. V. Jeyakesavanjeyv@utdallas.edu

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