Filip Slavchev, Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting

BUS.3004 – ASSIGNMENT #1B

BUILDING A PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

1. Complete the EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS exercise below. The document,

“Employability Skills 2000+” lists various skill in three general categories. Review the
document and decide which skills are your strongest and which skills you want to
improve. Type (or copy and paste) directly into chart provided in this assignment. A
sample has been provided. Please overwrite it with your answers.

2. Complete the skills triangle by listing your technical, transferable and personal skills
where indicated on the document.

3. Save this document and submitted it through Blackboard

Resources
To assist in identifying personal, technical and transferable skills, research the skills and
qualifications required for the occupation/industry. To get a brief description of a variety of
occupations, browse through the National Occupational Classification (NOC):

http://www23.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca/2001/e/generic/welcome.shtml

By conducting research on labour market information for specific occupational groups in a

geographic area, you can identify
 Wages – what are the low, median and high hourly rates?
 Outlook – is this occupation experiencing good, limited or fair growth?
 Education and Job Requirements
 Job postings currently on the Job Bank

http://www.labourmarketinformation.ca/

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Employability Skills 2000 +

The skills you need to enter, stay in, and progress in the world of work – whether you work on your
own or as a part of a team.
These skills can also be applied and used beyond the workplace in a range of daily activities.
Fundamental Skills Personal Management Skills Teamwork Skills
The skills needed as a base for further The personal skills, attitudes and The skills and attributes needed to
development behaviours that drive one’s contribute productively
potential for growth
You will be better prepared to progress in the world You will be able to offer yourself greater You will be better prepared to add value to the
of work when you can: possibilities for achievement when you can: outcomes of a task, project or team when you can:
Communicate Demonstrate Positive Attitudes & Behaviours Work with Others
 read and understand information presented in a  feel good about yourself and be confident  understand and work within the dynamics of a
variety of forms (e.g., words, graphs, charts,  deal with people, problems and situations group
diagrams) with honesty, integrity and personal ethics  ensure that a team’s purpose and objectives are
 write and speak so others pay attention and  recognize your own and other people’s clear
understand and appreciate the points of view of good efforts  be flexible: respect, be open to and supportive
others  take care of your personal health of the thoughts, opinions and contributions of
 share information using a range of information  show interest, initiative and effort others in a group
and communications technologies (e.g., voice,  recognize and respect people’s diversity,
e-mail, computers) Be Responsible individual differences and perspectives
 use relevant scientific, technological and  set goals and priorities balancing work and  accept and provide feedback in a constructive
mathematical knowledge and skills to explain personal life and considerate manner
or clarify ideas  plan and manage time, money and other  contribute to a team by sharing information
Manage Information resources to achieve goals and expertise
 locate, gather and organize information using  assess, weigh and manage risk  lead or support when appropriate, motivating a
appropriate technology and information  be accountable for your actions and the group for high performance
systems actions of your group  understand the role of conflict in a group to
 access, analyze and apply knowledge and skills  be socially responsible and contribute to reach solutions
from various disciplines (e.g., the arts, your community  manage and resolve conflict when appropriate
languages, science, technology, mathematics, Be Adaptable
social sciences, and the humanities) Participate in Projects & Tasks
 work independently or as a part of a team  plan, design or carry out a project or task from
Use Numbers  carry out multiple tasks or projects start to finish with well-defined objectives and
 decide what needs to be measured or calculated  be innovative and resourceful: identify and outcomes
 observe and record data using appropriate suggest alternative ways to achieve goals  develop a plan, seek feedback, test, revise and
methods, tools and technology and get the job done implement
 make estimates and verify calculations  be open and respond constructively to  work to agreed quality standards and
Think and Solve Problems change specifications
 assess situations and identify problems  learn from your mistakes and accept  select and use appropriate tools and technology
 seek different points of view and evaluate them feedback for a task or project
based on facts  cope with uncertainty  adapt to changing requirements and
 assess situations and identify problems Learn Continuously information
 seek different points of view and evaluate them  be willing to continuously learn and grow  continuously monitor the success of a project
based on facts or task and identify ways to improve
 assess personal strengths and areas for
 recognize the human, interpersonal, technical, development
scientific and mathematical dimensions of a  set your own learning goals
problem  identify and access learning sources and
 identify the root cause of a problem opportunities
 be creative and innovative in exploring  plan for and achieve your learning goals
possible solutions
 readily use science, technology and Work Safety The Conference Board of Canada
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http://www.conferenceboard.ca/topics/education/learning-tools/employability-skills.aspx

Using the Employability Skills document above

 Identify 1-2 skills in each category that you use well
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 Identify 1-2 skills in each category that you are working towards
improving
 The following is a sample. Please overwrite this sample with your
answers.

Fundamental Skills Personal Management Skills Teamwork Skills

The skills needed as a base for further The personal skills, attitudes and The skills and attributes needed to
development behaviours that drive one’s contribute productively
potential for growth
I use these skills well: I use these skills well: I use these skills well:
Work with Others
Be Adaptable  recognize and respect people’s diversity,
Use Numbers  be innovative and resourceful: identify and individual differences and perspectives
 observe and record data using appropriate suggest alternative ways to achieve goals  manage and resolve conflict when appropriate
methods, tools and technology and get the job done
Participate in Projects & Tasks
Think and Solve Problems Learn Continuously
 adapt to changing requirements and
 identify the root cause of a problem  identify and access learning sources and
information
 be creative and innovative in exploring opportunities
possible solutions

I want to improve: I want to improve: I want to improve:

Demonstrate Positive Attitudes & Behaviours
Communicate  recognize your own and other people’s Work with Others
 share information using a range of information good efforts  understand and work within the dynamics of a
and communications technologies (social group
media) Be Responsible
 be socially responsible and contribute to Conflict Resolution
your community  understand the role of conflict in a group to
Manage Information reach solutions
 access, analyze and apply knowledge and skills
from technology
 make estimates and verify calculations

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Your Skills Triangle

Technical Skills
• The “hands-on” skills required to accomplish the major tasks of the position
• Learned skills - taught in an a formal or informal learning environment
• Include: Education, Knowledge, Designations, Technology specific to position, Licenses,
Certifications.

Your Technical Skills

1. Basic proficiency and knowledge in and of GAAP
2. Microsoft Excel
3. QuickBooks
4. Preparation of Financial Statements
5. Independent Research Skills

Transferable Skills
• Foundations skills used in many work environments
• Skills that are valued by most employers in most sectors- Employability Skills 2000+ lists
transferable skills that are valued by employers and important in your career management
• May also be a skill considered a technical requirement in other positions.
• Some examples: communication, presentation, coordination, project implementation, train or
instruct, delegate….

Your Transferable Skills

1. Work Ethic
2. Critical Thinking
3. Communication
4. Attention to detail
5. Adaptability

Personal Skills
• Skills that are related to your personal style, personality and values.
• Sometimes called “soft skills”
• Often describe the quality of your technical/transferable skills
• Include abilities that you describe as “natural” attributes
• Some examples: organized, analytical, efficient, conscientious, discreet, accurate, detail
oriented, team focused, independent, cooperative….

Your Personal Skills

1. Detail-oriented
2. Highly Independent
3. Contrarian
4. Efficient
5. Team Player