When it comes to part-time courses, Singapore has numerous offerings via the SkillsFuture Course Directory. However, before you can even use the directory, you first need to have a clear idea of the path you want your career to take.
The Steps to Planning Your Career Path The first step in planning your career path is by KNOWING YOURSELF. Take into account where you are in your career at present. Have you just started in your job and found that you are lacking in some skills? Or have you worked in the company for years and yet that promotion continues to be elusive? Once you have figured out the “now” in your career, visualise what you want to be in the future. It could be something as simple as a promotion. If you have grander ambitions, you may want to envision yourself climbing up the company hierarchy – from a lowly manager to a department head to company executive (perhaps even chairman). Determine your strengths and the skills you have at present. Make a list of them. Alongside of these strengths/skills, indicate as your learning goals the ones you want to develop further or to upgrade. Although it may be unpleasant, think about your weaknesses as well and list them down. If you personally cannot see your weak points, consult with your colleagues, supervisors and/your Human Resources Department that monitor your performance on the job. Next, DEVELOP A LEARNING PLAN. Whether solo or with the help of a company supervisor, come up with a definite learning plan. Taking your lists of strengths, skills and weaknesses into consideration, look for courses that will address your learning goals. Let’s say that you work in a bank, but while you possess the basic knowledge of finance and other pertinent skills, you need to learn more about devising financial strategies and analysis. Through your supervisor’s recommendation, you check out what is available in the SkillsFuture courses list and you discover the part time course entitled “Advanced Diploma in Finance” being offered by BrightFuture.sg which is the best match for your needs. The third step is that you must not be content with courses that address your immediate learning needs. You must also include courses that ENABLE SKILLS UPGRADES. For example, after having completed your Advanced Diploma in Finance, you might want to consider taking the course, “Global Diploma – Diploma in Commerce (Finance & Banking).” Of course, the FINAL STEP is to apply for the courses you want to take by taking advantage of the SkillsFuture Credit. Always prioritise those courses that will improve your strengths and counteract your weaknesses. Take note that since there will be periodic top ups of your credit, schedule upgrade courses once or twice a years to keep your skills in the loop of the latest employment and technological advancements.
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