EXDM 495
Professional Preparation in Experience Design and Management
Experience Design and Management
Marriott School of Business
Course Description
Focuses on developing the professional competencies of experience design students consistent with industry expectations. Examines professional career preparation including skills assessment, portfolio building and resume writing, internship application processes, interview techniques, college-to-career transition, professional ethics and selected contemporary career building seminar topics.
When Taught
Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
1.5
Fixed
1.5
Fixed
1.5
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Only offered to experience design and management majors
Title
Professionalism
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate understanding of professionalism, including professional communication, interviewing techniques, professional attire, and professional development.
Title
Resume
Learning Outcome
Articulate a clear (or effective) value proposition and a personal brand statement in a resume, cover letter, and on public professional profiles.
Title
Internship
Learning Outcome
Articulate the educational and professional values in an academic internship, including summarizing the responsibilities of the students, placement sites, and the academic department during the internship experience.
Title
Networking
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate an understanding of the value of professional networking as a function of making the college to career transition and demonstrate effective networking abilities.
Title
Professional Organizations
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate an understanding of the professional organizations in order to select organizational memberships that are congruent with career goals.
