Duration: 3 Months
The Certificate in Global Career Planning & Employability (3 Months) is a short-term, intensive program designed to equip learners with essential skills, knowledge, and tools required to enter and succeed in today’s competitive global job market.
This program focuses on building a strong foundation in career planning, employability skills, communication, digital literacy, and job search strategies. It is suitable for students, job seekers, fresh graduates, and early-career professionals who aim to enhance their career readiness both locally and internationally.
The curriculum consists of 12 structured weekly modules, each delivered through interactive learning, practical exercises, and real-world applications. Learners progress step-by-step, developing self-awareness, identifying career goals, and acquiring the competencies required for professional success.
• Duration: 3 Months (12 Weeks)
• Modules: 12 (1 module per week)
• Class Duration: 2 hours per session
• Structured 12-week modular learning system
• Focus on practical, job-oriented skills
• Integration of digital tools and modern workplace practices
• Training on professional platforms such as LinkedIn
• Emphasis on communication, CV writing, and interview preparation
• Continuous assessment and final evaluation
• Assessment: Continuous + Final Examination
The program is designed in alignment with international employability standards and incorporates compliance with Lithuanian legal frameworks, including the Law on Companies of the Republic of Lithuania. It ensures that all learning activities support legally recognized areas such as education, training, consulting, and career development services within Lithuania and the European Union.
The 3-month Certificate in Global Career Planning & Employability program is designed to achieve the following objectives:
1. Develop Self-Awareness and Career Direction
Enable learners to identify their strengths, interests, personality traits, and values in order to make informed career decisions and set realistic professional goals.
2. Build Foundational Employability Skills
Equip participants with essential workplace skills including communication, teamwork, problem-solving, time management, and professional behavior required in both local and global job markets.
3. Enhance Communication Competence
Develop effective verbal and written communication skills, including professional email writing, report writing, and interpersonal communication in diverse workplace settings.
4. Strengthen Digital Literacy
Provide basic digital skills necessary for modern careers, including the use of productivity tools, online collaboration platforms, and safe internet practices.
5. Prepare Professional Job Application Materials
Train learners to create high-quality CVs/resumes, cover letters, and professional profiles aligned with international standards.
6. Introduce Global Job Search Strategies
Familiarize participants with modern job search techniques, including online job portals, networking, and use of platforms such as LinkedIn for global career opportunities.
7. Build Interview Readiness
Develop confidence and competence in handling job interviews through practical training, mock interviews, and feedback sessions.
8. Promote Ethical and Professional Conduct
Instill an understanding of workplace ethics, responsibility, and professionalism in line with international standards and Lithuanian legal frameworks such as the Law on Companies of the Republic of Lithuania.
9. Introduce Basic Understanding of Workplace Legal Awareness
Provide foundational knowledge of employment rights, responsibilities, and compliance requirements within Lithuania and the European Union context.
10. Encourage Lifelong Learning and Career Adaptability
Motivate learners to continuously upgrade their skills and adapt to changing labor market demands in a globalized economy.
Upon successful completion of the 3-month Certificate in Global Career Planning & Employability, learners will be able to:
1. Demonstrate Self-Awareness in Career Planning
Identify personal strengths, weaknesses, interests, and values to make informed career decisions and set realistic career goals.
2. Apply Fundamental Employability Skills
Demonstrate basic competencies in communication, teamwork, problem-solving, time management, and professional behavior required in entry-level roles.
3. Communicate Effectively in Professional Settings
Use appropriate verbal and written communication skills, including professional emails, basic reports, and interpersonal communication in workplace environments.
4. Utilize Digital Tools for Career Development
Apply essential digital skills for document preparation, online collaboration, and safe internet usage in professional contexts.
5. Prepare Professional Job Application Documents
Develop structured and effective CVs/resumes and cover letters aligned with international standards.
6. Execute Basic Job Search Strategies
Identify and apply job search techniques using online platforms and networks, including professional use of LinkedIn.
7. Demonstrate Interview Readiness
Participate confidently in basic job interviews by responding appropriately to common questions and maintaining professional behavior.
8. Exhibit Professional Ethics and Workplace Conduct
Apply ethical principles, responsibility, and professionalism in workplace scenarios in line with international standards.
9. Understand Basic Workplace Legal Awareness
Demonstrate foundational knowledge of workplace rules, responsibilities, and compliance concepts, including awareness of frameworks such as the Law on Companies of the Republic of Lithuania.
10. Develop a Personal Career Action Plan
Create a structured short-term career plan outlining goals, required skills, and steps toward employment.
| Module | Topic | Brief Description (Day-wise Lesson Plan) |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Introduction to Global Career Planning |
• Concept of career, job, and profession • Overview of global career planning • Importance of employability in a global context • Trends in global job markets • Career planning stages and lifecycle |
| 02 | Self-Assessment & Personality Mapping |
• Introduction to self-assessment • Personal strengths and weaknesses identification • Skills, interests, and values analysis • Basic personality types and traits • Career alignment with personality |
| 03 | Career Goal Setting & Vision Development |
• Importance of goal setting • SMART career goals framework • Short-term and long-term planning • Personal vision statement development • Career roadmap creation |
| 04 | Fundamentals of Employability Skills |
• Definition of employability skills • Communication and interpersonal skills • Teamwork and collaboration basics • Problem-solving fundamentals • Adaptability and workplace behavior |
| 05 | Communication Skills (Verbal & Written) |
• Basics of verbal communication • Non-verbal communication (body language) • Listening skills • Business writing fundamentals • Professional communication practices |
| 06 | Digital Literacy & Online Tools |
• Introduction to digital literacy • Basic computer and internet skills • Use of productivity tools (Word, Excel, Google Docs) • Online communication tools • Internet safety and digital ethics |
| 07 | CV/Resume Writing Basics |
• Introduction to CV and resume • Structure and formatting • Key sections (education, skills, experience) • Common mistakes in CV writing • Tailoring CV for different jobs |
| 08 | Cover Letter & Email Etiquette |
• Purpose of cover letter • Structure and format • Writing effective job application emails • Formal vs informal communication • Email etiquette and professionalism |
| 09 | Job Search Strategies (Local & Global) |
• Overview of job search methods • Online job portals and resources • Networking in job search • Hidden job market concept • Using platforms like LinkedIn |
| 10 | Introduction to LinkedIn & Personal Branding |
• Creating a professional LinkedIn profile • Profile sections and optimization • Personal branding fundamentals • Building online presence • Networking strategies on LinkedIn |
| 11 | Basic Interview Skills |
• Introduction to job interviews • Common interview questions • Interview preparation techniques • Body language and confidence • Interview etiquette |
| 12 | Workplace Ethics & Lithuanian Legal Awareness |
• Workplace ethics and professionalism • Employer and employee responsibilities • Introduction to Law on Companies of the Republic of Lithuania • Basic legal compliance in workplace • Professional conduct in international environment |