Language: English
Description: Anxieties, fear of rejection or lack of confidence are emotions that can affect the best of us before or during an interview. Learning how to get to the heart of mastering interviews is challenging but not impossible to achieve. This mindset begins with changing the way an interview is approached. Instead of seeing the interview process as an interviewer controlled experience, the interview process should be seen as a two-way conversation between you and the interviewer. This course, offered by our accredited school partners, introduces you to the skills for developing and improving your interviewing skills for improved communication and rapport with the interviewer. Enroll through one of our accredited university or college partners today!
Instructor Description: This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment. Requirements
Internet Access
Broadband or high-speed internet access is required. Broadband includes DSL, cable, and wireless connections.
Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Moodle pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware
Windows hardware configurations and processors are acceptable
Mac computers MUST have Microsoft Window Operating Systems over Bootcamp (Bootcamp is a free download from Apple''s website)
1 GB RAM minimum recommended
Operating Systems
Windows XP, Vista or 7 and Mac OS X 10 or higher with Windows
Web Browsers
Google Chrome is highly recommended
Internet Explorer is not recommended as it may not display certain menus and links
Cookies MUST be enabled
Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
Kindle Reader App is needed for many courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded onto your computer.)
Adobe PDF Reader
Media Plug-ins (These may be required depending on your course media.)
Adobe Flash Player (Required for many courses.)
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Apple Quicktime, Windows Media Player, &/or Real Player
PowerPoint Viewer (Use this if you don''t have PowerPoint)
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Lesson 1
Improve Your Interviewing Skills Module 1 (Chapter 1-4)
Section 1: Introduction: Interviewing
In this module you will learn the beginning stages for developing interviewing skills. We will discuss the importance of researching a company before the interview and how to create your own personal interviewing manual of research information. Once you understand how and what research information you need you will be able to prepare mastering the informational and phone interviewing process.
Oxygen Tank for the Interviewee
Designing Your Research Manual
Researching the Company
Mastering the Information Interview
Phone Interviewing
Improve Your Interviewing Skills Module 2 (Chapters 5-7)
Section 2: Interviewing Questions
Interview questions can be challenging to answer even for a seasoned job seeker. Techniques for interpreting and responding to questions can prepare you for any question asked in an interview. This module will discuss how to interpret questions for multiple interview settings so that you can confidently sell your skills and strengths to a potential employer.
The Question You Must Answer
When It’s Not About You
Tell Me About Yourself
What Not to Say
Panel Interviewing
Improve Your Interviewing Skills Module 3 (Chapter 8-11)
Section 3: Legal vs Tricky Interviewing Questions
In this module we will discuss the necessary skills for becoming a well-prepared job applicant. We will discuss the legal guidelines for interview questions and what to do following the interview. Finally, we will identify the potential for illegal, hidden or tricky intentions that are sometimes present in an interview.
Law: Drawing the Line
Federal vs State Legality of Interview Questions
Trick Questions
Thank You
New Interview
Improve Your Interviewing Skills Module 4 (12-15)
Section 4: Your Turn to Ask the Questions
In this final module, we will discuss how the interviewee can ask questions during an interview. Often, the interview quickly becomes one-sided. It is important to come prepared to turn the one-sided interview into a dialogue and to ask meaningful questions. The ideal interview is a two-way conversation about the organization and how your skills and personality match the organization's needs.
Turn the Tables
Ask the Right Questions
Salary Negotiation
Linchpins for Success
Ideal Interview
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