Title: Prepare a career development plan.
Course: Fashion Marketing, Advanced (12153-II) > Section: Developing Employability Skills

Preparation should include listing SMART goals to achieve before and during a career and may include, but is not limited to, the following considerations:

- Educational and training requirements
- Personal traits needed for success in fashion careers
- Job-hunting strategies
- Internships and entry-level positions
- Desired job benefits (e.g., location, hours, salary)
- Timeline for advancement in the career
- Related or alternative fashion careers

Process/Skill Questions:

- What type of planning is involved in career development?
- What type and level of education is required for a career in fashion management?
- Why should a time frame be part of a career plan?
- What are transferable skills? Why are they valuable?