Dual Degree Application Process

1. Dual Degree Application Process • Jennifer Oakes • BCom Admission Officer • Peter B. Gustavson School of Business • jjoakes@uvic.ca • Yuxuan (Christina) Li • International Projects Advisor • Peter B. Gustavson School of Business • yuxuanli@uvic.ca • Local cell: 158 205 76543

2. Required Documents – Dec 4th • 9:00 – 12:00 ENG 115 exam • 1st year Official English Transcripts • $100 Canadian Application Fee • 1 Photo (optional) • UVic Application Form • BCom Application Form • Resume (2 pages) • Experience (1 page) • Leadership Skills • Extra-curricular Activities • Achievements • Goals (1 page) • Co-operative Education Program • Bachelor of Commerce degree Program at UVic

3. What is Resume? • Self-marketing tool – sells your most relevant competencies • Demonstrates a match between what you have to offer and those requirements • Do NOT • Writing a resume that is a cut & paste • Attempting One-Size Fits All • Weak Objective • Bulleted • Tips • Professional in appearance and content • Highlight strengths and link them to the needs • Research and state your reasons for application • Proofread-read out loud and seek second option

4. Extension Activity #1: Brainstorm what skills/abilities/knowledge would be needed for these industries: Group 1: Marketing Group 2: Accounting/Finance Group 3: Hospitality

5. What are competencies? A competency is the term used to describe a cluster of related knowledge, skills, and attributes that contributes to successful performance Why are they important?

6. Sample competencies- by courses • Statistics for Business • Ability to use software, such as Minitab or Excel, for data analysis • Use of reasoning power, mathematical problem-solving ability, and technical accuracy • Finite Mathematics • Time-management skills and control in high-pressure situations • Organizational Behaviour and Design • Understanding organizational structures, team decision making and presentation skills • An appreciation of ethical challenges and how these effect decision making • Introductory skills needed to lead and manage • Understanding how consultants work to change organizations

7. Resume Format • Objective • Summary • Achievement/ Awards/ Skills/ Competencies • Education • Work Experience • Volunteer Work Experience • If not, focus on your extra curriculum activities • Reference Clear, specific 4-5 points From recent-post secondary level Paid job

8. Resume Writing FAQs • “What are some tips for writing resume bullets?” • Avoid “responsible for” and “duties included” • Use action verbs: executed, delivered, created… • Use adjectives/adverbs: effective organization… • Include results or outcomes of your actions: “successfully launched new product line, resulting in a 5% increase in revenue”

9. Resume Writing FAQs “What is a keyword & what does it mean for me?” ‘buzzword’ from the industry important to show knowledge of industry terminology and research “How do I know which of my competencies are best suited for the position?” Read job ad several times, scanning for them Do a quick internet search Look at the company’s staff profiles online

10. Resume Writing FAQs • “Is it important to have a summary section at the beginning of my resume?” • Possibly the most important section • Highlight your KEY COMPETENCIES • Bulleted and bolded for maximum impact • “Is it okay to have only one resume?” • New industry = new resume

11. Resume Writing FAQs “What is the purpose of the objective?” • Tells employers what YOU can do for THEM • Eg: I wish to share my extensive range of product marketing, website design and research skills with XXX in a XXX capacity” “What if I have no prior work experience?” • Leverage your academic skills • Leverage your volunteer/extracurricular experiences

12. Sample Mycoop Resume

14. Some Final Thoughts… • 2 pages maximum • No Personal Information • Correct mailing address (email – professional address) • Sell your personal brand relevant for the position (4-5 competencies in summary) • Include keywords • Research • Get a second opinion

15. Experiences • Leadership Skills • Describe what you have done that demonstrates leadership skills • Extra-curricular Activities • Describe your involvement in school and/or community organizations, clubs or teams • Achievements • Describe your awards, achievements or recognition you have earned

16. Goals • Co-operative Education Program • Identify what you hope to learn through participating in co-op work terms • You career goals for the future • Bachelor of Commerce Degree Program at UVic • Explain why you are interested in entering the Bachelor of Commerce degree program at UVic.

17. Required Documents – Dec 4th • ENG 115 exam • 1st year Official English Transcripts • $100 Canadian Application Fee • 1 Photo (optional) • UVic Application Form • BCom Application Form • Resume (2 pages) • Experience (1 page) • Leadership Skills • Extra-curricular Activities • Achievements • Goals (1 page) • Co-operative Education Program • Bachelor of Commerce degree Program at UVic

18. Timeline • Dec 04, Application Due • Jan 14, Acceptance Result • Feb 28, Students’ Response Required • March, Visa Application • April, Flight Booking and Get Ready • … getting excited • June, Homestay Confirmation • … getting really excited • August, Fly to Canada and Start Orientation

19. Following workshop • Organizational Behavior, A.R.Elango Nov 23 4:30 pm • Dual Degree Application Process, Christina Li The week of Nov 29th Location? • Resume and Cover Letter, Christina Li The week of Nov 29th Location? • Networking or Interview, Christina Li The week of Nov 29th Location? More questions? Contact Christina Li Email: yuxuanli@uvic.ca

20. Yuxuan (Christina) Li International Projects Advisor Peter B. Gustavson School of Business yuxuanli@uvic.ca Local cell: 158 205 76543 Jennifer Oakes BCom Admission Officer Peter B. Gustavson School of Business jjoakes@uvic.ca More questions? • UIBE: Jie Xiang 项洁 • 对外经济贸易大学国际合作处 • Tel:   010-64494240 • Email: fao@uibe.edu.cn www.gustavson.uvic.ca