Homework: Career Paper
PURPOSE: The purpose of this homework is to help you make an informed decision about the career in Real Estate that you may be considering.
Skills
I. By completing this homework, you will practice and demonstrate your ability to conduct research and write an essay.
II. The purpose of this homework is to help you practice the following skills that are essential to your success in school and your professional life beyond school. In this homework you will:
1) Access and collect needed information from appropriate primary and secondary sources.
2) Synthesize information to develop an informed perspective and understanding.
3) Compose a well-organized, clear, concise, report to expand your knowledge of the career you are interested in.
Knowledge
I. This homework will also help you to become familiar with the content knowledge in this discipline.
II. You should discover issues facing professionals in the field.
III. Have a complete understanding of the licensing and continuing education required for the career.
TASK:
I. Conduct research on every aspect of the occupation.
1) State the title of the occupation
2) What type of company you might work for
3) What types of things you would be responsible for
4) What are the licensing requirements
5) What is happening to this field/industry
6) What else is important to know before you make this your career
7) Read and analyze different sources of career data such as average employment, job growth or decline, and any changes within the career
8) What kind of salary and life can you expect with this career
II. Write an essay including citations that will explain everything about the career.
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
(1) The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
(2) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
(3) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.