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Career Managment and Development in South Africa, 2001.
A look at the challenges, issues and demands of career managment and development in the new world of work for both individuals and organisations in the South African context.
3,705 words (approx. 14.8 pages), 11 sources, AU$ 109.95
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This essay identifies and explains the issues, challenges and demands of career management and development in the new world of work, for both individuals and organizations. It then recommends some practical ways to address the most important of these. In doing this, it first defines what is meant by career management and career development. It then places the essay in the context of the new world of work. This is done through a short explanation of the impact of e-commerce and globalization. It then looks at how this has impacted on the world of work in general, before looking at how it has effected career management and development for individuals and organizations.
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"E-commerce has radically changed organizational structure, co-ordination systems and task specification, and thus the world of work. Job designs have become increasingly flexible, and a whole range of new issues are being raised. In fact, Furnham (2000) believes that, due to e-commerce, the world of work has changed. He looks at what he calls "alternative work arrangements". These include part-time employment (defined as varied work, taking up less than 30 hours per week), contingent employment (defined as when an individual is working for an organization, but is not considered a regular employee), flextime (defined as when employees vary their starting and quitting times, but are required to work a standard number of hours within a specific time period), compressed work weeks (defined as re-allocating the work time by condensing the total hours in the traditional five-day week into fewer days), and teleworking (defined as working at a location away from the traditional place of work, and involving the use of telecommunications and the electronic processing of information) ( Furnham, 2000)."
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Career Development for the Disabled, 2005.
This paper discusses issues of career development for the general category of the disabled.
1,890 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 64.95
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This paper explains that a major problem in the use of diagnostic systems centered around over or under representation of disabilities in the development career identification tools. The author points out that one of the most important factors, especially for those just starting out in a career, is finding a mentor and becoming involved in a mentoring relationship in the workplace. The paper stresses that the disabled individual in career development must learn to deal with conflict in the workplace by individuals who may not be understanding of the disability.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Career Development
Relevant theory
Outcomes
Conclusion
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"Career development is a way of reaching many people with disabilities. This is also visible in the educational setting. Many individuals who receive special education are labeled as learning-disabled for future career development, while others with behavioral disorders, which are perhaps more complicated in terms of diagnosis, are seen to be under-identified in comparison. Particularly in cases in which the person is not overtly aggressive, and their behavior is normative, diagnostic tactics may allow this sort of individual, who may be suffering from depression or social isolation, to be less prone to career development because they are too concentrated on detecting learning disorders and identifying socially aggressive rather than regressive behaviors."
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Women's Career Development, 2008.
This paper explores career development for women in the workplace.
1,592 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 55.95
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The paper explains the process of career development and why the challenges are often greater for women. The paper explores women in the workplace today and the concern that they experience a glass ceiling that prevents them from rising to the higher levels of the corporate world. The paper concludes that for women to move even higher and increase their numbers in the boardroom, they must give more attention to career development and overcome some of the stereotypes still promulgated by society.
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"Career development is a process that can begin as early as grade school and that becomes a formal process in high school and into college. The process involves an analysis of capabilities and preferences and matching these to a career path that may then help the young person decide on courses of study and other actions geared to achieving the goals set. The process continues into the individual's work life, with companies making decisions about employees, suggesting career moves, and providing added training and instruction as needed to help employees in the development of a career. The challenges are often greater for women in career development because they may be acting as pioneers in areas previously closed to women, or at least with limited experience with women, and so they have to help form their career path to a greater degree than men who can emulate those who have gone before."
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Career Development Theory, 2004.
An analysis of D. Super's "Career Development Theory," with a focus on the mentally disabled population.
2,079 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 11 sources, MLA, AU$ 69.95
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This paper discusses the career development theory by D. Super, a professional career psychologist. The paper explores the application of this theory to the mentally disabled population. The paper contends that career development for the mentally disabled should incorporate life-long learning, understanding of self, and specific interventions that work to motivate mentally challenged workers and help them acquire skills and adapt to challenges in their work environment.
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"Super, a professional career psychologist developed a theory of career patterns particularly emphasizing attention to students still in school. His theory of vocational development or career development emphasized life long learning, change and growth. Super is well noted for bringing to forefront of counseling the notion that people continually learn and adapt over the course of a lifetime, thus he suggested that a career development program should be developed to accommodate an individual during the various stage of learning that occur during one's life span."
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Ginzberg's Tentative Stage of Adolescent Career Development, 2005.
A discussion of Eli Ginzberg's tentative stage of adolescent career development.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 56.95
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This paper examines a specific theoretical approach to the study of career development. Specifically, the author expounds upon the work done by Eli Ginzberg in the late 1940s. In his theory, Ginzberg proposes that adolescents develop through a tentative stage of career development. This paper describes the nature of the tentative stage, its usefulness as a theory, and its application in the real world.
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"The study of human development is complex and demanding discipline. It requires researchers to develop theoretical frameworks that are capable of accounting for a myriad of environmental, social, cultural, economic, and even genetic factors. This is no easy task. Therefore, the creation of a theoretical approach to development, in any specific regard, is important if that theory can stand up to critical scrutiny. This importance is evident when we consider the study of how career choices are made by growing individuals through the eyes of a developmental psychologist. The purpose of this study is to examine one specific element of Eli Ginzberg's theory on career choice. He and his research associates developed this theory and published their findings in 1949 (Frey, 2005). Ginzberg approached the question of how individuals choose careers for themselves by isolating the developmental process that leads up to the actual decision."
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Career Development in Organizations, 2004.
Introduces and analyzes the topic of career development in organizations.
1,724 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 59.95
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This paper discusses the importance of a career development plan in organizations and what benefits could be derived for various functions within the human resources department and the organization as a whole.
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"What is career development? Many college students have experience with the counseling department, and the career development questionnaires that assess their strengths, weaknesses, and interests then analyze the best careers for their personalities and talents. Career development in the workplace uses similar tools to assess employee strengths and talents, but it also encourages the employee to strive for more, work to their best advantage, and continually grow and change with the company as it grows and changes. Career development is a growing force in the competency of America's workforce, and it is a useful and beneficial tool for just about any Human Resources department. Career development does not encourage the staff to look elsewhere for job satisfaction; it encourages the staff to develop their own potential, while also developing their talents where they are most beneficial to the company. The company wins, the employees win, and the HR department can concentrate on other issues, rather than employee retention and turnover."
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Career Development and Disability, 2004.
A paper discussing some of the difficulties faced by individuals with disabilities in the realm of career development.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, APA, AU$ 33.95
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This is a paper about career development and disability. The paper discusses career problems encountered by adults with sensory or physical disabilities and explains the various difficulties that must be overcome. The paper also looks into the impact that the expectations of others have on individuals with disabilities.
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In their article, "Life-span Perspectives on Disability and Work: A Qualitative Study", Liza M. Conyers, Lynn C. Koch and Edna Mora Szymanski offered an insightful perspective of the career problems encountered by adults with sensory or physical disabilities. For them the transition from college to the working world often entails the need to reach higher expectations with decreased assistance in a wide variety of areas. Their struggles to carve a niche in the working world by overcoming various obstacles associated with their disability, ethnicity and gender can often lead..."
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Career Development Among Chinese Women, 2007.
An analysis of the relationship between culture and occupation among Chinese women working in the banking industry in New Zealand.
20,420 words (approx. 81.7 pages), 22 sources, APA, AU$ 265.95
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This study attempts to investigate career development among Chinese women in the banking sector in New Zealand. It discusses career, not only in terms of the relationship between the organization and occupation, but it also looks beyond to factors such as family and religion. The paper then discusses how culture and religion influence an individual in the way they dress and eat as well as many other customs.
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Chapter 2 - Women and Career Development
Career Theories
Career Planning
Differences Between Men & Women In Career Development
Barriers for Women
Career Development For Non-White Women
Chapter 3 - Minority Women in Careers
African-American Women as Minority
Remuneration Issues for Minority Women
Bi-culturalism
Family and Education Issues
Immigrants in Workforce
Chapter 4 - Chinese Women
Chinese Women In History
First Generation Chinese
Second Generation Chinese
Chinese in New Zealand - Current Situation
Chapter 5 - Banking Industry
Climate in the Banking Industry
Barriers for Women
Current Situation for Women in Banking
Chapter 6 - New Zealand Labor Market
Employment in New Zealand
The Effects of Immigrants
Women in the Labor Force
Other Issues
Chapter 7 - Methodology
Qualitative Research
Face To Face Interview
Participants
Sampling
Reason For Choice Of Method
Advantages and Limitations
Data Analysis
Chapter 8 - Findings
Education
The Predicaments Of Chinese Women In The Banking Industry In New Zealand
Glass Ceiling for Chinese Women
Negative Social Stereotyping
Issues In Future Career Development
Chapter 9 - Conclusion
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"The changes in the immigration policy of New Zealand are serving as tools to increase the country's human capital which is necessary for the nation's economic growth and development (Trlin & Henderson, 2000). However, with the increase in New Zealand's number of participants in the labour market, issues regarding the immigration policies have surfaced. Among the problems that trigger issues on immigration policy are the apparent rate of unemployment among the nation's locals as well as the unemployment of some migrants."
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Career Development, 2005.
This paper discusses career support programs for the disadvantaged sectors of society.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 28.95
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The paper identifies the key issues related to welfare reform and discusses the influence of career and professional development on those from disadvantaged backgrounds. The paper explains that there are many conflicts amongst this government-sponsored system. The paper also points out that there is the desire of individuals to escape these circumstances, which creates many challenges for growth and advancement in society.
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"One of the primary tasks of individuals in modern society is to provide support for those in need and for those that possess intelligence and a strong desire to advance their own careers. It is anticipated that in the process of career development, many individuals from disadvantaged environments will not be able to experience the benefits of career support programs that are offered by many organizations. Therefore, these individuals will become increasingly dependent upon low-paying jobs and even the welfare system as a means of survival. Many programs are offered by a number of organizations that provide assistance to individuals in order to avoid these circumstances altogether. The following discussion will identify the primary objectives and considerations regarding a proposed organizational perspective and its relationship to a general sociological perspective."
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Career Development, 2003.
Focuses on military communications specialists.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 10 sources, AU$ 33.95
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Discusses career-related resources relevant to technical and career development. Describes methods used to identify sources. Includes business magazine articles, monographs, the Internet, government resources, etc.
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This research provides an overview of career-related re.sources for military communications specialists. The research will explain methods used to identify sources of information relevant to technical and career development and then discuss which ..."
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Career Development Cycle, 2004.
Looks at factors which need to be addressed by teachers just entering the profession.
2,760 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 8 sources, APA, AU$ 101.95
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This paper looks at factors which need to be addressed by young teachers or those just entering the profession. It looks at various theories, and how some teachers have coped with the realities of teaching which differ in many respects from what they have been taught in education theory. It suggests ways teachers can become more effective, how they can develop a philosophy of teaching, and what changes need to be made in teacher education.
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"According to Fessler the first few years of employment constitute the induction phase for teachers. This is the period when they are socialized into the system as they strive for acceptance by their students and peers as well as by their supervisors ..."
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Adult Life Cycle With Career Planning, 2002.
Discussion of the importance of career planning and development to feelings of accomplishment and satisfaction in adulthood.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 8 sources, AU$ 75.95
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The adult life cycle is connected to career development. Erickson's life cycle can be found in work productivity and creativity. Career development as an adult is important in giving one the sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.
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Gender, Career and Communication, 2007.
This paper discusses gender as it affects career development.
1,842 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 10 sources, APA, AU$ 63.95
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In this article, the writer looks at career choices and achievements as they relate to gender. The writer discusses that women's career development presents issues absent from the same kinds of strictly career choices made by most men. The writer maintains that a woman's choices are often determined by powerful social and cultural forces that shape her decisions in accordance with frequently false assumptions in regard to women's needs, abilities and aspirations. The writer concludes that a woman's career path is more often interrupted - and ultimately destroyed - as she sacrifices for the benefit of her husband or partner's career. The writer also notes that the prejudices that operate against almost all women are far worse for members of many minority groups.
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"Yet it is not only the women at the top end of the career spectrum who are faced with these pressures to conform to traditional stereotypes. Those pursuing career paths that require less education and training are just as much the victims of societal attitudes that may cause them to accept less-than-fulfilling positions, at lesser rates of pay, and with fewer chances for advancement. Married women, or women with living with men, regularly find their own career choices limited by those of the men with whom they live. These limitations are not directly the result of any discriminatory practices, or indicative of a pattern of giving preferential treatment to the husband, rather they are the result of the fact that the man still tends to be the higher earner in the household. It is for this reason that a couple, or a couple with children, will more easily decide to relocate for the sake of the man's career, rather than for the sake of the woman's. Necessarily this choice makes the woman's career secondary. Her achievement is placed on hold not merely by this one interruption, but potentially, by a pattern of interruptions that ultimately results in a vastly reduced opportunity for advancement and success. In these instances, a woman is continually starting over while making sacrifices so her husband or partner can advance."
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A Professional Action Plan, 2007.
A three-year action plan related to career development for the health care administration field.
1,175 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 43.95
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The paper explains that professional action plans are a way of focusing on career development methods along with strategic career development goals. The paper outlines a three-year action plan related to career development for the health care administration field. The paper places an emphasis on both formal and informal continuing education opportunities and strategic development of career placement goals.
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Short-Term - Year One
First Year Action Plan
Year 2
Action Plan
Year 3
Action Plan
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"Professional action plans are a way of focusing on career development methods along with strategic career development goals. Many individuals give considerable thought to developing professional goals, however, unless they are clearly written, they are soon forgotten. Connolly (1998) states that the top three percent of this country's wealth can be traced to those who document their goals and strategies in writing, otherwise "they are just a dream.""
"This paper outlines a three-year action plan related to career development for the health care administration field, emphasizing formal and informal continuing education opportunities and strategic development related to short and longer term professional goals. For purposes of this paper, short term goals and associated action plan reflect those within the first 12 month period, whereas long-term goals are reflective of those goals and associated action plans for the two and three year period."
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Employee Development and Retention, 2006.
This paper proposes a plan for promoting effective employee development and retention touching on ...
2,070 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, AU$ 76.95
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This paper proposes a plan for promoting effective employee development and retention, touching on training, human capital management, a career development planning model, and an employee relations program.
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Employee Development and RetentionAbstract Employee development and retention are critical to an organization'sability to meet its goals and challenges and retain profitability Thispaper discusses the factors that affect employee development and retentio
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Life-Span Theory, 2004.
An overview of the Life-Span Theory of career development.
1,024 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 38.95
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The Life-Span Theory of career development, developed by D.E. Super in 1953, is a highly useful tool for understanding career choice and development across the lifespan. This paper begins by providing a summary of the theory and then looks at literature written about this theory, which presents its strengths and weaknesses.
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"A number of key figures helped to shape Super's Life-Span theory of career development. These included Hull, Thorndike, and Bandura, who helped to shape the major focus of the theory toward an understanding of the distinct life roles of the individual, and that personality and interests could change across the life span, rather than just the first few decades of life (Super, Savickas, and Super, 1996). The basic assumption that underlies Super's theory is that individuals change as they mature. Further, Super's theory is built on an understanding of self concept, which "develops through physical and mental growth, observations of work, identification with working adults, general environment, and general experiences" (Zunker, p. 30)."
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