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Assessment of current self-capacity
Evaluation myself through John Holland's career test
Based on the John Holland Code Career Test in my report appendix, the result with the highest score is table D (S - Social) I designed a picture that follows this result and it indicated some suitable jobs for me Some jobs such as lecturer, human resources manager, or nutritionist are quite the same with my preference and personalities but some jobs mentioned in this table like police, monk and sea captain make me surprised because I have never thought about it even in my mind Actually, I just believe in the result of about 50% because the criteria or element I have today may change tomorrow, everything can change in the future and the total score between my tables is not much different
Source: https://www.canva.com/ - I own design this picture
However, during the time I do this test, I answered some questions for myself, that is:
1 / What kind of personality am I?
Three words to describe about me clearly are: kind - ambivert - perfectionist I feel myself in life quite similar to things mentioned in table C and D as well I am comfortable in social relationships and also extremely easy while alone, that is one trait that made me realize that I am an ambivert person I am a kind and emotional person, when I watch romantic movies or when I have seen it with my own miserable lives in nursing homes, temples/churches, orphanages - something like
3 that always makes me cry Therefore, I love to help everyone, listen to their stories and give them positive advice because I want to contribute to a better society for education and lives it is my life value Besides that, I also enjoy art through – music, book, poem, painting or photograph by classical film camera For me, art is not only about enjoying the beauty, but also a remedy capable of self-healing in the soul
In work or study, I am quite a perfectionist I tend to try to do my best in everything, work hard, or invest my brainpower in every project/assignment I am in charge of That's why lately I - a leader that helps my group of friends gets so many high scores in some subjects and I feel completely worth the effort I've made Sometimes perfection makes me stressed because I have to adjust, update many times in each project but if I succeed, the results I get are never small and I like great success from great efforts
2 / What passions and hobbies do I have? What skills have I acquired in my life?
My hobbies like almost all people: watching movies on Netflix, listening to music on Spotify, reading books, and writing on my personal blog However, I rarely read romantic books, I prefer self-help books because those books contain useful information to help me improve my skills and my mindset I always take notes of quotes from the author or character in movies, then I share them on my blog and look at them to get inspired to study and live every day
How about skill? Now I've quite become a confident person than before, through work as an international volunteer in CIS'V group at university that helps me better I learned many skills like IT, how to communicate work, ways to do teamwork, how to operate an event from bro or other friends Do volunteer work not only help me get a beautiful CV in the future but also help me build a healthy relationship to develop knowledge and soft skills.
SWOT
After 2 years from study entry at Ton Duc Thang University, through study MOS diploma process (my score is 980/1000) and join do volunteer in CIS'V group, I've had work organization skills with series of tools like Google Drive, Microsoft Office, basic design with Canva and iMovies apps Besides that, I also have a personal website called "Noble Quotes VN'' - this is a brainchild that helps me develop my writing skills as well as bring a lot of positive power or noble information for youth Therefore, I can use them to serve my scheme in classes such as presentation projects or essays
Thanks to my diligent reading and often listening to news, I was able to research information to study I think finding and refining information in billions of news / magazine sites or scientific papers is also a possibility How to get erudition that is really valuable to put in my assignment and present it to others is a hard process that not a few days that I can do b/ Weaknesses
I have three weaknesses is foreign language ability, public speaking and time management skills About my English skills, I can understand what people say or do grammar well but I still can not communicate with them because of two simple reasons that I am afraid of making mistakes and I always have to translate in my mother tongue before answering them From the fear about my language skills, it makes me tremble every time I give presentations in English, even though I have a lot of ideas to share with everyone but I always have to learn by heart script before, so public speaking is quite hard for me a little bit
One more perspective, I feel myself managing and controlling my time frame is not good I am not both working and studying like my friend but I am still overwhelmed I have 3 main things I need to do every day, that is go to school, do homework and take part in events in my volunteer group if any It sounds simple, but as long as the exam season comes, I am always faced with "deadlines" There are days I stay up until midnight, sometimes I do not want to eat or drink, just rush to the table and study in time I also do not have time for friends, family, or even myself Generally, I often deal with stress and under exam pressure because I do not know how to manage time effectively and ways to allocate my to-do list c/ Opportunities and Threat
Based on the criteria mentioned above, I suppose that my strengths can help me develop my writing skill in the essay and report easily; the organization work skill well, also research ability will support me in the job, I will have a chance to work with experienced people, from which advancement to positions such as managers or leaders Additionally, I usually share something on social media, so I can build a relationship with the same interests, passions, my network will be expanded, and I believe that I will find some suitable job positions Today, career trends are also developing and adding the requirement to use modern machinery and equipment, so the ability to use my software is also a plus score for me to be convenient in real work In the future when I graduate, the qualification degree and
5 skills I accumulated will help me to meet the requirements of many companies or big corporations
However, the negative sides about myself I think that if I do not change, it will be difficult to succeed Specifically, nowadays employers require highly qualified staff as well as soft skills and good language skills, without one of these three factors, I will be likely to be eliminated or have to compete with other elite people if
I want to get a place in an international corporation One more thing, if I can not manage my time effectively, I will always fall into a state of tiredness, even losing good relationships, and the most significant thing is my health will no longer be guaranteed.
Determining the future academic and career goals
Without a plan, without a specific goal for our life, you and I will forever not know what we want, who we want to be, and we will not know what we are trying for Therefore, based on the criteria for defining the goals of the SMART rules, I have indicated five core goals that I want to achieve from the short term to the long term All my goals for the future use SMART rules:
1 Within four years of college, I must achieve a good bachelor's degree with a GPA of 8.0 or higher:
• S - Specific: My goal is very clear that I have to achieve a record of achievement after college, namely a good bachelor degree
• M - Measurable: in addition to being specific, in this goal there is also something to measure that is my GPA score of 8.0 or higher
• A Achievable and R - Realistic: compared to the skills and knowledge that I – have accumulated in the first two years are from good academic performance, so to achieve excellent academic performance in two years then I can completely do it Generally, this goal is feasible and realistic, I don't set goals that are too far away from myself
• T - Time-Bound: This goal also has a specific time frame to achieve it within four years
2 Within a year, I want to study for a FIATA certificate:
• S - Specific: A certificate in International Business, specifically in Logistics This is a very specific and clear goal
• M - Measurable: Although this goal does not have a specific number to measure, but I think this is a degree that not everyone can achieve so it can be considered as a measure but invisible
• A - Achievable and R - Realistic: because this is just a course, I have to pay and try to learn to get that certificate, so in terms of ability to study and finance to pay, I absolutely can do it The goal is very realistic and possible
• T - Time-Bound: a specified time frame within one year
3 Besides study FIATA, I have to get a place in CJ Logistics with a minimum salary of 6 million VNĐ:
• S - Specific: Specificity in this goal is finding a specific job at a specific company - CJ Logistics
• M - Measurable: I completely measurable when the minimum salary that I set is from 6 million
• A - Achievable & R - Realistic: I do not fully imagine at the moment, however if after I graduate, have enough qualifications and undergo a few internships with good results then I am fully capable get a job with basic salary based on my knowledge, experience and skills Therefore, it is very attainable and realistics
• T - Time-Bound: a specific time frame within one year and also parallel with studying FIATA diploma
4 After 1-2 years, I want to find a stable job at the new IPPG with income from 15 million VND and become one of the elite employees of this corporation:
• S - Specific: The IPPG Group has always been one of the companies that I want to work for the most, I also want to get a stable job after a few years later since I graduated, so I think the specificity is here
• M - Measurable: I am completely measurable when the minimum salary that I set is from 15 million and as a first-line employee or leader
• A - Achievable & R - Realistic: I am not sure, but suppose that if I already have a bachelor's degree, a FIATA degree, a few years' experience with other businesses, this goal is completely Reasonably, I am fully capable of achieving this position, this salary based on the work experience and learning from other administrators for about 3 years or more
• T - Time-Bound: The time frame I want to achieve this goal is about 1-2 years after I complete the previous goals However, reality may change in the future because I understand leadership positions often require 5 years of experience or more
5 The final goal, when I am 30 years old - I want to start a business by running a chain store system in the area of education for young people to research and study with the first revenue for my business is about one billion and profit of about 300 million:
• S - Specific: when I am 30 years old, I will run a business in the education field I think just two of these factors are enough to speak specifically about my goal
• M - Measurable: I set up the first revenue for my business is about 1 billion and profit of about 300 million, so it's being measured by the amount of money that I want to achieve
• A - Achievable & R - Realistic: I do not know what people think, but I tried to imagine that time around I think if all of the above goals I can do, I can be proud of myself, through a process of studying and working, I will have a lot of knowledge and capital to invest This is the thing I really want to do right now, so I think the situation of this goal is very realistic and myself at that point would definitely be able to do it
• T - Time-Bound: The timing is still uncertain, but I want it to be when I am 30 years old, I will start implementing this startup project
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In my opinion, this is a quite safe position after graduation because it does not require anything too high or have to do heavy work, the salary and remuneration at the companies/banks that I find out is also pretty good In addition, with the shortage of human resources in the import-export or Logistics industry of about 18,000 people, this position will surely have many opportunities in the future In general, I like this job about 70%, the remaining 30% I still wonder because I will be limited to my preferences of not going to diplomacy or meeting with partners over the world
This is a specific example of recruitment information for an purchasing staff from Truong Thanh Wood Industry Group Joint Stock Company:
• Making booking notes for import and export goods
• Implementation of international payment vouchers
• Transactions with the bank to perform related work in international payments
• Make a dossier to apply for a C/O for exporting or buying insurance
• Going on a business trip to do relevant documents (B/L; C/O; Fumi; Phyto; Inspection )
• Track customer payments and send documents to customers
• Report & archive documents according to company regulations, ISO and CoC
• Perform work according to deployment / direction from the head and the board of directors
• Proficient in office computers (exel, word, internet)
• Work independently and in teams
• Passionate learning, constantly striving at work
• Experience: From 1 year working in the relevant field or more
• Welfare: Laptop, insurance regime, travel, allowance, shuttle transport, uniform, bonus mode, training, increase the salary, business fee, seniority allowances and annual leave
• Website: www.truongthanh.com c Supply chain staff/administrator:
Somedays, when I have gained a lot of practical work experience and also the opportunity to meet with many major industry partners or brands, I want to move to another job position with a higher level like supply chain manager According to information on the Internet, this is a job that covers all steps from employee management, purchasing department management to warehouse management and shipping
Source: https://www.oxbridgeacademy.edu.za/blog/5-mistakes-to-avoid- when-starting-out-as-a-supply-chain-manager/
This job requires key requirements such as a degree in Foreign Trade or Economics (possibly higher than a bachelor's degree like master's degree), the ability to communicate in foreign languages, certificates like MOS or FIATA (optional) In addition, businesses also require some suitable skills in the era of technology 4.0 that employees can use statistical software, machinery and equipment, and most importantly, can bear high pressure at work, logical thinking skill, teamwork, problem solving as well as leadership Depending on the results of the work, employees will receive the salary and benefits they deserve, but if people do well, it is entirely possible that you earn more than 15 million per month Today, the demand for human resources at senior levels and management levels of the International Business sector is still quite lacking, so if I meet the above conditions,
I will have many opportunities to advance in my future career
This is a specific example of recruitment information for an purchasing staff from Golden Phoenix Vietnam Company Limited:
• Create the company’s supply chain strategy
• Analyze data from shipping and delivering processes to find bottlenecks and other issues
• Evaluate and report on KPIs Monitor logistics to make sure they run smoothly
• Maintain supply chain inventory and records Train and guide employees
• Find cost-effective solutions for supply chain processes
• Resolve issues that come up (e.g delays in delivery, customer service, )
• Collaborate with other departments to create coordinated plans for business growth
• Develop and implement safety guidelines in all aspects of the supply chain Ensure supply chain processes meet legal requirements and standards
• Communicate and negotiate with suppliers and vendors to land more profitable deals Others as works required
• Previous experience as a supply chain manager or in a similar field over 10 years
• Excellent knowledge of supply chain processes
• Working experience of relevant software Strong communication skills
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Attention to detail Creative problem-solving A strategic and analytical mind
• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or similar field
• Welfare: laptop, insurance regime, bonus mode, health care, training, increase the salary, business fee and annual leave
• Website: http://www.gph.vn
The final job I am interested in is Import Export Staff in E-commerce Actually I just accidentally found this job recently, I used to think Marketing and International Business are two completely different fields but it sounds quite interesting to buy and sell on e-commerce floors Although my main major is International Business, I am quite good at writing as well as know how to use social media and basic editing software, so I wonder why not give a chance to develop both expertise and strengths
Deciding a career for myself
After researching a wide range of job positions in the International Business major as well as the needs of each type of job, I have chosen for myself some jobs that I love the best and it also suits my ability and my interests Below is a list of those jobs, I will also review the criteria from which to evaluate and make a decision on choosing one job position that I think is most fitting for me My rating is on a 5/5 scale (from one being the lowest to five being the highest)
Job position Values Benefits Difficulties Personality Skills
In my view, through this evaluation table, the suitable job for me I suppose is"Purchasing staff/manager" but one more position job I also want to apply for when I have fully experienced in work is "Supply chain staff/administrator" As I said, Why? Because I hope I will have many career advancement opportunities in the future but if I can only choose one job right after graduation, I still choose this position first - purchasing staff/manager because I want to improve more skills, knowledge and observe also learn from my leaders before I become a leader in next years
In fact, all four positions I feel quite like and suitable for myself both in terms of knowledge, personality and skills Although each position has its own job characteristics and no job that is both easy to do and well paid, it sounds no sense
At present, I decide my job in the future is "Purchasing staff/manager" because I exactly want to apply for this position in the first year of work It is completely suitable for my skills and my knowledge in some aspects that I like such as: meet a lot of partners from home and overseas, work with the service suppliers or shipping and explain/instructions for everyone in the work process Besides that, the job
17 requirements are also quite moderate, not too difficult because now I am improving my English as well as many soft skills day by day through my international volunteer group - CIS'V at university In terms of work experience, almost the recruiters require their employees to have negotiation skills, withstand high pressure, have solid knowledge of raw materials - production processes - order management delivery cost quality All of these things I believe that I will be – – – trained and developed well during my internship at the corporation However, the future is very unpredictable, I can not guess and everything can change, so this job position is just my plan and I am living in the present, trying now to be able to do everything in the future.
Create the implementation plan specifically
Define goals and make a plan
As I said, the goal will be forever the goal if people do not sit down and write out the specific plans as well as to do a list Therefore, I will synthesize my study processes, activities based on my goals in chapter two To do that, I rewrite again on goals for ease to follow-up:
- Within 4 years of college, I must achieve a good bachelor's degree with a GPA of 8.0 or higher
- Within a year, I want to study for a FIATA certificate
- Besides study FIATA, I have to get a place in CJ Logistics with a minimum salary of 6 million VNĐ
- After 1-2 years, I want to find a stable job at the new IPPG with income from
15 million VND and become one of the elite employees of this corporation
- The final goal, when I am 30 years old - I want to start a business by running a chain store system in the area of education for young people to research and study with the first revenue for my business is about one billion and profit of about 300 million
Based on these five goals, I will in turn give specific plans for each milestone, detailed activities I have been, are doing and will be doing as well as the solutions for each of my plans
1/ Identify important knowledge and skills:
Similar to other majors, International Business majors also require students to acquire certain specialized knowledge and skills Following the training programs at Ton Duc Thang University and Lunghwa University, I have summarized it as follows: a In terms of expertise, students in International Business major like me have important knowledge such as:
- Economic knowledge, especially explaining the relationship between factors in the micro economic and the macro economic
- The methods in statistics, economical mathematical models
- Knowledge of management, finance, accounting, marketing in business in general and international business in particular
- Important knowledge in international business: environment, law, international economic relations, international finance, international investment project management
- Knowledge and skills in negotiating foreign trade contracts, and how to organize the performance of foreign trade contracts
- The theoretical knowledge and profession in freight forwarding, logistics
- The knowledge and operations of logistics, management, implementation organization, finance, marketing, human resources b In terms of skills, I have to focus on these specialized skills and soft skills such as:
- Professional skills: skills to collect, analyze, evaluate business data and use information effectively; business planning skills; commodity supply chain management skills; export and import management, logistics, international payment skills; Human resource management skills in the global integration environment; situation handling skills, breakthrough thinking skills
- Soft skills: team work skills; communication skills; skills in using foreign languages, information technology and application software; negotiation, presentation, report writing skills; time management skills; skills in building and developing community relations
2/ Plan of studying subjects and soft skills development in each semester:
In fact, I predict I will have 5 years instead of 4 years at university The reason is that my first year just only focused on English courses and it was not until the summer that I was able to study a full-fledged major I did not reach the entry level of English so it took me a year to improve more, so in the plan below I temporarily call the first school year the foundation year
Goal: Within 4 years of college, I must achieve a good bachelor's degree with a
Main course and other activities
Intensive Key English - Learn vocabulary on
Memrise app 15 minutes every day
- Watch videos from Racher’s English on Youtube
Workshop "Digital age students: integrate, not dissolve" with author/woman business Nguyen Phi
- Take part in learning the skills and knowledge that young people need to develop today
- Listening to experiences from the author, who has worked in more than 50 countries
Workshop: "Students set up reading routine"
- Build good habits for me
- Read the blog from blogger Sunhuyn to practice reading skills as well as the "bullet journal" making plan method
- Learn idiom with the Quizlet website
- Practice listening skills with TED Talks
Join an international volunteer group -
- Improve teamwork and communication skills
- Learn leadership experience from others
Microeconomics - Read the textbook 2 times/week
- Self-study at the library every weekend
- Read the economist magazine on The Economist
- Practice with friends on the Facebook Messenger chat group
- Watch the practice video on Youtube before the test
Join the activity to help K24 new students
- Improve teamwork and solve the problems skills
- Ask an acquaintance for help and share their work
- Watch the video on this specialty as well as issues in the field of Logistics, Supply Chain
- Read book