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Career Objective

 

My goal is to find a role in which I can utilize my strong communication, writing, and analytical abilities in a collaborative and innovative environment. It is important for me that I find a role that allows me to fulfill the ND Mission Statement and to contribute positively not only to a company, but also to society. 

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Why did I choose to major in English and History?

 

I love to read and write, and really enjoyed the material in both of my majors. Beyond learning the content, I benefitted greatly from choosing to pursue a liberal arts degree by developing a number of invaluable verbal and written skills. There is tremendous value in a liberal arts degree. For example:

 

• The liberal arts are more effective in teaching communication skills, general knowledge and information, an understanding of people, an appreciation of ethical concerns, an ability to organize and prioritize, and vital leadership skills (Fortune 500 study). 

 

• The most desired employment skills (in order of importance): Teamwork, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Listening, Personal/Career Development, Creative Thinking, Leadership, Goal Setting/Motivation, Writing, Organizational Effectiveness, Computation, Reading (according to Fortune 500 Companies). 

 

• Employers focus on finding graduates with the right skills rather than the right major, as a new employee with the right skills can easily learn the specifics of an industry. Employers desire transferable skills, skills employees take with them to any job, such as written and verbal communication skills, the ability to solve complex problems, to work well with others, and to adapt in a changing workplace – and these are characteristic of a liberal arts education (Survey by National Association of Colleges and Employers). 

 

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