This course is designed to empower students with essential life skills and professional communication abilities, preparing them for personal, academic, and professional success. It focuses on developing interpersonal and intrapersonal skills, fostering critical and creative thinking, and enhancing digital literacy. Additionally, it provides practical training in professional etiquette and effective communication in various formats to build confidence and adaptability in real-world scenarios.
Course Objectives:
- Develop strong interpersonal and intrapersonal skills to enhance teamwork, collaboration, self-awareness, and resilience.
- Cultivate effective time management and goal-setting abilities using tools like Gantt charts and SMART goals.
- Master professional etiquette, including workplace awareness, networking, and business dynamics, while appreciating diversity.
- Strengthen critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and decision-making skills through innovative techniques like Six Thinking Hats and mind mapping.
- Acquire proficiency in using online tools for presentations, collaborative platforms, and digital learning.
- Enhance language and communication skills through listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities tailored for professional contexts.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completing this course, students will be able to:
- Collaborate effectively in teams and manage time efficiently using structured approaches.
- Set personal and professional goals and demonstrate emotional intelligence in interactions.
- Exhibit professional behavior and workplace etiquette, ensuring smooth integration into diverse work environments.
- Apply critical thinking and creative strategies to solve problems and make informed decisions.
- Use digital tools to create presentations, participate in forums, and enhance learning experiences.
- Communicate confidently through written reports, resumes, and LinkedIn profiles, and demonstrate strong conversational, presentation, and interview skills.
Curriculum
- 7 Sections
- 8 Lessons
- 15 Weeks
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- Section 01 - Group formation and time managementGroup Formation and Time Management are critical skills for professional students, fostering collaboration and efficiency in academic and workplace settings. Effective group formation ensures diverse skills, perspectives, and clear role allocation, enabling teams to achieve common goals. Time management, on the other hand, enhances productivity and reduces stress by prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Using tools like the Gantt Chart, students can visualize project timelines, allocate resources, and track progress. This structured approach not only improves planning and coordination but also ensures accountability, making it invaluable for managing complex tasks and achieving professional success.4
- Section 02 - Self AwarenessThis module focuses on the concept of self-awareness, which involves understanding your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors and how they influence your interactions. It introduces two practical exercises to enhance self-awareness: online personality tests, which offer insights into your strengths and tendencies, and role storming, where you adopt different personas to gain new perspectives.4
- Section 03 - Empathy, Work Dynamics and Action PlanThis section emphasizes the importance of empathy, workplace awareness, and networking to help students understand professional dynamics and prepare for career success.4
- Section 04- Problem SolvingThis module focuses on addressing real-life problems with technical solutions. It involves listening to TED talks and university lectures to gather insights, exploring online tech forums for ideas, and applying the "Six Thinking Hats" method to arrive at a solution. The module concludes with preparing a report based on the problem-solving process.4
- Section 05- Profile BuildingIn this section, you'll focus on creating a strong LinkedIn profile, preparing a professional resume, and crafting an engaging self-introduction video—all essential for improving your job prospects and presenting yourself to potential employers in a polished, professional manner. These tasks help establish a solid online presence and showcase your qualifications effectively.4
- Section 06- Interpersonal Skills and Professional CompetenceThis section focuses on developing essential soft skills to improve emotional intelligence, diversity awareness, interview techniques, and listening abilities. Participants will explore instances where emotional intelligence can be demonstrated in real-life scenarios, preparing them to manage emotions effectively in both personal and professional settings. Additionally, the section emphasizes the importance of diversity in society and encourages reflection on how it affects our interactions. The development of interview skills is also covered through robotic interviews and self-reflection exercises. Furthermore, participants will engage in listening tests, with opportunities for self-assessment and improvement. The skills gained from this section will help students become more empathetic, aware, and prepared for success in diverse professional environments.6
- 6.0Interpersonal Skills and Professional Competence20 Minutes
- 6.1Prepare a presentation on instances of demonstration of emotional intelligence3 Days
- 6.2Prepare a short video presentation on diversity aspects observed in our society (3 to 5 minutes)10 Days
- 6.3Take online Interview skills development sessions3 Days
- 6.4Take an online listening test3 Days
- 6.5QUIZ 0610 Minutes7 Questions
- Section 07- English Language SkillsThis section is designed to improve the English language skills of students by focusing on vocabulary enhancement, language usage, and effective communication. It emphasizes a variety of engaging activities that help students build and refine their vocabulary while improving their overall writing, speaking, and listening skills. Through self-reflection, error identification, and group-based learning, students will develop greater awareness of their language use and the common pitfalls in English.0
