Employability for Sociologists

Abstract

This course guides students through the knowledge and steps needed to apply their sociology degree in a career both personally satisfying and contributing to the greater social good. It integrates the concept of employability with sociological theories, methods, and knowledge. The course combines an introduction to content in the areas of labor,...

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Details

Subject Area(s):

Applied Sociology/Evaluation Research, Economic Sociology, Occupations/Professions, Organizations, Formal and Complex, Other, Work and Labor Markets

Resource Type(s):

Syllabus

Class Level(s):

College 300, College 400

Class Size(s):

Small

Usage Notes

APPENDIX: INSTRUCTORS NOTES

1.) This syllabus is a revised version of the curriculum developed by DePaul University’s Sociology Department beginning in 2018 and later revised several times. Initial implementation led to an intense learning process for instructors regarding our students and their...

Learning Goals and Assessments

Learning Goal(s):

1. • Identify values, interests, personality preferences and skills associated with future career and academic pathways desired.
2. • Identify the repertoire of values, skills and expertise associated with and developed in studying the content, methodology and history of sociology.
3. • Integrate personal and sociological elements into a professional identity to guide the job search and application processes.
4. • Explore potential employment opportunities (industries, organizations, positions) aligned with the professional identity developed.
5. • Evaluate how key differences and similarities between public, private and non-profit organizations provide opportunities to contribute to the social good, develop meaningful and rewarding careers, and foster particular kinds of work environments.
6. • Understand managerial logic and corporate culture related to the job application process.
7. • Apply this understanding to the development of job search materials, including the resume, cover letter and sample interview responses.

Goal Assessment(s):

1. • Identify values, interests, personality preferences and skills associated with future career and academic pathways desired.
   a. Activity 1. Life Values Inventory.
   a.1 Evaluated as performed with proof of outcome.
   • Identify the repertoire of values, skills and expertise associated with and
   developed in studying the content,...