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What Else You Can Do With a PH.D.
A Career Guide for Scholars
- Jan Secrist - University of San Diego, USA
- Jacqueline Fitzpatrick - University of San Diego, USA
November 2000 | 232 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
What Else You can Do With a PhD provides concrete advice and support for readers moving out of academia. The authors cover all the big issues including skill and interest assessment, writing an effective curriculum vitae and cover letters, preparing for interviews and evaluating job offers.
Introduction
PART ONE
Assessing Your Academic Powers
Taking a Closer Look - Personality Profiles
Identifying Interactive Skills
PART TWO
Applying Your Skills to Job Market
Investigating Popular Paths
Exploring Entrepreneurial Options
PART THREE
Recognizing Gender and Cultural Issues
Networking
Writing Effective Resumes, Cover Letters
PART FOUR
Perfecting Interview Skills
"This book will serve as a light-hearted but strong life-line to many readers who are for one reason or another steeling themselves to walk way from ivory tower."
Freelance Writer
