...Introduction to Cover Letters The cover letter is a document meant to accompany one’s resume when applying for or inquiring about a job. It provides you with an opportunity to really introduce yourself to your employer by explaining your interest in the company and position, why you are qualified, and what sets you above other potential applicants. Cover letters are very important because prospective employers use them to get a sense of each applicant beyond what their resume conveys. In fact, cover letters are often the first document read by employers, and may determine whether they bother with the resume at all. It is very important to know how to write a proper cover letter so that you can distinguish yourself as a worker and as a person. * Cover letters are typically around one page in length and consist of fourparagraphs, each of which performs a specific job to quickly inform the employer of why they should consider you for the position. In the following section, each standard component of a cover letter why it is essential to think carefully about how it is written. The Ingredients of a Cover Letter NEED an introduction here. There should always be something written after every heading. The Headings At the top of your cover letter, you must include two headings and a date. The first heading details your contact information. Your contact information can be left-justified, or it can match the same style of heading contact information as your resume for consistency...
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...0919956929 CLASS HOURS: | 1-3, Monday, D2-203 | OFFICE: | Building 7, Room 307 & 310 | OFFICE HOURS: | Appointments are usually available | ------------------------------------------------- | | Course Description: This course is designed for International Business Management major who will ultimately be engaged in doing business internationally. In this course, students will learn the basis of writing business letters and the purpose of writing a business letter; draft a plan for the letter; write the letter; and edit the letter to ensure it fulfills your purpose. Particularly, an introduction to international business letter with some typical correspondence such as Enquiries, Replies and Quotations, Orders, Complaints and Adjustments will be delivered to the students. The course aims to document international standard banking practice for examination of commercial documents under the UCP 600, including a general overview of import – export, commercial documents, the principles of the UCP 600, the international standard banking practice to examine these documents according to the UCP 600. The class also will discuss and review a few case studies that epitomize the issues involved in preparing documents for presentation and examining documents for honor in doing business internationally. In general, the major topics of commercial documents under the UCP will be discussed to give students a working vocabulary and basic level of knowledge and skills...
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...D4013 INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS. Please answer each question clearly and completely. *Report format: 1.5 spacing 12-font size Times New Roman – theme font *Please follow the below cover page. DUE: 14 JUNE 2016, TUESDAY Question 1: In this assignment you will write a business letter of complaint about a specific product or service ASSIGNMENT DIRECTIONS: 1) BACKGROUND Both business owners and employees write complaint letters, sometimes called claim letters. Consumers also write complaint letters. It is important to receive fair compensation for damaged goods or poor service. You need to be firm, but fair in your demands. Companies do want to keep your business and generally do whatever they can to satisfy your demands. USE the information below to help you write a letter of complaint. Use Situation A,B or C below for your letter. In your letter, make sure you use standard business letter format, and be sure to include these things: Paragraph 1 Explain why you are writing. Describe the problem/situation. If you are complaining about poor service, try to give a chronology of events Tell what has happened and what you have done so far. In the case of poor service, what did you do at the time and what was the response to your concerns? Include product brand and model number, if necessary. In the case of poor service, try to identify the offending person(s) and their offending actions/statements. Give as much detail as possible about the problem/situation...
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...used to permit you to practice the skills you will need as a professional accountant whether in public accounting or private industry. In particular, this course is intended to refine your skills in researching the professional accounting literature to solve particular accounting problems, to arrive at defensible solutions where GAAP is vague or nonexistent, and to present your research conclusions in a professional manner. You will have opportunities to present your work orally and in writing. REQUIRED MATERIALS: A recent Intermediate Accounting text (Kieso used in Acct 315 & 414 would be fine) A recent Advanced Accounting text (whatever was used in for Acct 415-515 would be fine) On-line access to FASB’s ASC (accounting standards codification). The Department has purchase academic license so you can use the $850 “professional” version rather than the free version which has fewer bells and whistles. You can log on from fasb.org but it will take you to http://aaahq.org/ascLogin.cfm where you enter User ID and Password: User ID AAA51700 Password (see your paper version of syllabus) Other Course Materials are provided on the course webpage and you will probably want to print some or all of those files but the cost will just be paper or your UI student print allowance. More pages can be purchased when you run out. See the Help Desk. RECOMMENDED MATERIALS Miller's...
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...Chapter One Introdution: Fundamentals of Business Writing I. The major differences between school writing and business writing School writing, typically in the form of essays, is aimed at impressing the audience, i.e. examiners. To score high, student writers have to use fairly complicated vocabulary and sentences in their written work. Business writers, however, mainly aim to communicate information to their colleagues, clients, and other associated parties. They are relatively free to use what language that can get the business done efficiently and effectively. II. Seven steps in the process of wring 1. clarifying your aim 2. identifying your readers 3. making a general plan 4. sketching a synopsis (大纲) 5. drafting your text 6. putting the draft aside 7. revising and editing ★ Writing is a recursive and creative process. The detailed plan is not adhered to in actual writing. Writers frequently come up with ideas that are activated in the process of writing. Writers read the text they have already produced to help generate more ideas. In effect, the writing process is no linear at all but is characterized by recursive ness and creativeness. III. Three principles of business writing 1. Clarity – means setting your message across clearly. (See detailed information on page 4) 2. Consideration – good business writers take their readers’ needs, problems, and reactions to the writing into consideration. And they...
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...2012 Scholarship Instructions 1 Huntington Road, #701 Athens, GA 30606 706-208-1211 E-Mail: info@rankinfoundation.org Website: www.rankinfoundation.org Postmark Deadline is March 1, 2012 About the Foundation Jeannette Rankin, the first woman elected to the U.S. Congress, was an advocate of women’s rights. A bequest from Rankin’s estate provided the seed money for establishing Jeannette Rankin Women’s Scholarship Fund (JRF). Since 1978, JRF has been awarding scholarships to low-income adult women who have a vision of how a college education will benefit themselves, their families, and their communities. About the Scholarships The scholarships may be used for tuition, books, transportation, childcare and other living expenses and will be disbursed over two school terms, starting in Fall 2012. Selection is competitive, which means that meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee that you will receive a scholarship. In 2011, JRF awarded 40 new scholarships from 860 applications. Which Students are Eligible? q Women, at least 35 years of age as of March 1, 2012, q who are U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents of the United States, q and are pursuing a technical or vocational education, an associate’s degree, or a first bachelor’s degree, Students who have already earned a bachelor’s degree and/or will be pursuing a graduate degree in Fall 2012 are ineligible. q and are enrolled in, or accepted to, a regionally or...
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...Investigating Planning the document Writing the document Revising the document Style of professional documents Good and poor writing Audience Tone Language Overwriting (padding) Overgeneralisation Spelling, punctuation and grammar Abbreviations Expressing numbers Paragraphing Headings and sub-headings Quantitative information Recommendations Letter writing for accountants Claim letter Letter of advice Letter of engagement Letter of enquiry Letter of refusal Management letter Memos E-mails Research Essays, Reports and Resumés Research essays Reports Resumés References and Bibliographies iii v 1 1 2 2 7 8 8 9 9 10 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12 12 12 13 14 16 17 19 21 22 23 24 26 27 27 31 40 41 iv Preface Writing for Accountants is a brief guide to the types of writing that accountancy students and practising accountants are most often called on to do. It is not intended as a definitive text, but rather as a general guide for students at the Queensland University of Technology. It is intended that the booklet be used in conjunction with the lectures and tutorials presented to students, and as a guide in the writing of their assignments. Topics cover: ! ! ! ! ! the types of writing that accountants and accountancy students are expected to undertake; steps in the preparation of...
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...Cover Letters While your resume is a summary of your credentials, your cover letter should essentially be a sales pitch. Your aim is to demonstrate why your skills and your background make a perfect match for the position you're applying for. The cover letter is not the place to summarize your background--you have already done this in your resume. Remember, employers typically receive hundreds of resumes for each job opening. You must stand out from other job seekers in a positive way. The best way to distinguish yourself is to highlight one or two of your accomplishments or abilities that show you are an above-average candidate for this position. Stressing only one or two unique attributes will increase your chances of being remembered by the recruiter and getting to the interview stage, where you can elaborate on the rest of your accomplishments. You can also gain an extra edge by showing that you have some specific knowledge about the company and industry. This shows that your are genuinely interested in the job you are applying for--and that you are not blindly sending out hundreds of resumes. More importantly, the employer will view your interest as an indication that you are likely to stay with the company for a substantial period of time if you are hired. 10 Key Details to Remember When to send a cover letter: always mail a cover letter with your resume. Even if you are following up an advertisement that reads simply "send resume," be sure to include...
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...a group of volunteers at a charity event. In short, being a good public speaker can enhance your reputation, boost your self-confidence , and open up countless opportunities. However, while good public speaking skills can open doors, poor speaking skills can close them. For example, your boss might decide against promoting you after sitting through a poorly-delivered presentation. You might lose a valuable new contract by failing to connect with a prospect during a sales pitch. Or you could make a poor impression with your new team, because you trip over your words and don't look people in the eye. Make sure that you learn how to speak well! Plan Appropriately First, make sure that you plan your communication appropriately. Use tools like the Rhetorical Triangle , Monroe's Motivated Sequence , and the 7Cs of Communication to think about how you'll structure what you're going to say. Practice There's a good reason that we say, "Practice makes perfect!" You simply cannot be a confident, compelling speaker without practice. Engage With Your Audience When you speak, try to engage your audience. This makes you...
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...The Art of Writing Business Letters Write letter in a manner such as to secure the respect and consideration of the person with whom you correspond. The rules for the mechanical execution of a letter are few; understanding and observing the rules already considered for composition, the writer has only to study perfect naturalness of expression, to write a letter well. [pic][pic] Variously missing from their letters are headings, dates, inside addresses, salutations and complimentary closings. And the forms are disheveled. Frankly, in terms of form, often I am unable to distinguish any discernible differences between letters written by students, their teachers and by many other professionals. Apparently, for many, the art of writing a standard business letter has been lost. What are considered essential elements for a standard business letter. Know the format. Whatever the content of your letter, visually it should resemble the picture below. Note that business letters are composed in common fonts such as Arial or Times New Roman, and that they are justified to the left. Most employ block paragraphing - i.e., to start a new paragraph, hit "return" twice and don't use an indent. [pic] [pic] Letterhead. Include the sender's company and the company address; if you're self-employed or an independent contractor, add your name either in place of the company name or on top of it. If your company has pre-designed letterhead, use this; otherwise, simply typing the...
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...Job description The purpose of the job description is to give information to prospective employees about what the job actually involves by giving the purpose of the job and the types of responsibilities and duties that will be expected as part of that job. Usually there are a set of key elements included within the job description which are; title of the job, department and location, broad terms, responsible to whom, responsibilities, scope of the post, education and qualifications, name of compiler and approver, date of issue. A job description can prevent hiring, promotion and dismissal decisions based on biased criteria. In hiring, following a job description can prevent the interviewer from asking illegal questions. For disciplinary actions or dismissal decisions, following a job description can protect the employer in the event of a lawsuit by a disgruntled employee or ex-employee. Holding employees responsible for job duties that are not in writing may also expose the company legally. A job description can serve as a drawing card for desirable, qualified candidates. The job description can emphasize the qualities the company is seeking, such as "takes decisive action" or "needs minimal supervision." The job description can also help with the interview process, by serving as a guideline for interview questions. By developing a similar set of questions for each candidate, employers can compare each prospective job seeker against the criteria included in the job description...
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...conduct a role play using the form Assessment No.: 2 Weighting: 40% Term/Year: Term 1 / 2015 Due Date: Week 8 (Friday 13 March 2015) Competency Title/s: BSBMGT502B: Manage people performance Trainer Name: Purpose of Assessment and provide evidence on: • Documented performance indicators and a critical description and analysis of performance management systems from the workplace • Techniques in providing feedback and coaching for improvements in performance • Knowledge of the relevant awards and certified agreements How your work should be presented: Your documentation must: a. Be of a professional standard (spelling, grammar, punctuation) b. Size 12, Arial Font c. 1.5 Spacing d. Add a Title page with your name, student number, subject, class no and trainer’s name. If you wish you can add a graphic or picture. (read How to write a report) e. All pages must have a Footer with the following details: • Date • Page numbering f. References – use references on the pages where they are used g. Check the layout by using print preview to ensure that the report is centred and balanced Assessment Instructions Part 1: Performance Review Template Document: • Copy and complete the following Employee Performance Review assessment template which is based on the job description that you have submitted for Assessment Task 1 • Attach the job description...
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...Donna Shirley Johnston Elementary School Woodstock, GA 55555 November 11, 2010 Robert and Deborah Roebuck 1594 Hendon Road Woodstock, GA 55555 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Roebuck: I want to take this opportunity to express my excitement about working with your daughter this year. We care deeply about each of our students. I believe students can grow and develop by examining the issues we cover in class. The main goal of our school’s courses is to improve each students skills. Recently I have become concerned with Hillary's performance at school. Both her classroom attendance and homework over the past 4 weeks have shown a marked decline in the high standard of work she usually produces. The reason for the detention warning was due to the fact that Hillary was off school for 2 days and didn’t have her homework done, thus I wanted to ask if you could shed any light on the possible reasons for this? . However, even making allowances for that, her work was of its usual high standard as soon as she returned school after being absent for 2 days, and it only started to decline about a week ago. I have spoken to Hillary directly and in private about this matter. However, she doesn’t seem to be able to come up with a justifiable reason as to why she’s suddenly slipped back and simply puts it down to the increase the volume of homework and the difficulty of class attendance. While this might be a valid explanation, I believe I have come to know Hillary very well over the...
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...Donna Shirley Johnston Elementary School Woodstock, GA 55555 November 11, 2010 Robert and Deborah Roebuck 1594 Hendon Road Woodstock, GA 55555 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Roebuck: I want to take this opportunity to express my excitement about working with your daughter this year. We care deeply about each of our students. I believe students can grow and develop by examining the issues we cover in class. The main goal of our school’s courses is to improve each students skills. Recently I have become concerned with Hillary's performance at school. Both her classroom attendance and homework over the past 4 weeks have shown a marked decline in the high standard of work she usually produces. The reason for the detention warning was due to the fact that Hillary was off school for 2 days and didn’t have her homework done, thus I wanted to ask if you could shed any light on the possible reasons for this? . However, even making allowances for that, her work was of its usual high standard as soon as she returned school after being absent for 2 days, and it only started to decline about a week ago. I have spoken to Hillary directly and in private about this matter. However, she doesn’t seem to be able to come up with a justifiable reason as to why she’s suddenly slipped back and simply puts it down to the increase the volume of homework and the difficulty of class attendance. While this might be a valid explanation, I believe I have come to know Hillary very well over the past...
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...Killer Cover Letters & Resumes! WetFeet Insider Guide by Rosanne Lurie The WetFeet Research Methodology You hold in your hands a copy of the best-quality research available for job seekers. We have designed this Insider Guide to save you time doing your job research and to provide highly accurate information written precisely for the needs of the job-seeking public. (We also hope that you’ll enjoy reading it, because, believe it or not, the job search doesn’t have to be a pain in the neck.) Each WetFeet Insider Guide represents hundreds of hours of careful research and writing. We start with a review of the public information available. (Our writers are also experts in reading between the lines.) We augment this information with dozens of in-depth interviews of people who actually work for each company or industry we cover. And, although we keep the identity of the rank-and-file employees anonymous to encourage candor, we also interview the company’s recruiting staff extensively, to make sure that we give you, the reader, accurate information about recruiting, process, compensation, hiring targets, and so on. (WetFeet retains all editorial control of the product.) We also regularly survey our members and customers to learn about their experiences in the recruiting process. Finally, each Insider Guide goes through an editorial review and fact-checking process to make sure that the information and writing live up to our exacting standards before it goes out the door. Are...
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