Hiroshima University Syllabus

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Academic Year 2025Year School/Graduate School Common Graduate Courses (Doctoral Course)
Lecture Code 8E551003 Subject Classification Common Graduate Courses
Subject Name Career Management Seminar
Subject Name
(Katakana)
キャリアマネジメントセミナー
Subject Name in
English
Career Management Seminar
Instructor CHOI SEON KYUNG
Instructor
(Katakana)
チェ ソンキョン
Campus Across Campuses (videoconferencing, etc.) Semester/Term 1st-Year,  Second Semester,  4Term
Days, Periods, and Classrooms (4T) Inte:Online
Lesson Style Lecture Lesson Style
(More Details)
Online (simultaneous interactive), Online (on-demand)
 
Credits 1.0 Class Hours/Week   Language of Instruction E : English
Course Level 5 : Graduate Basic
Course Area(Area) 21 : Fundamental Competencies for Working Persons
Course Area(Discipline) 03 : Career Education
Eligible Students Doctoral students
Keywords Work, Career, Doctorate, Industry, Innovation 
Special Subject for Teacher Education   Special Subject  
Class Status
within Educational
Program
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
This course is one of the elective subjects in the category of "Career Development and Data Literacy Courses" for Common Graduate Courses. This category of courses aims to provide opportunities for students to learn about the development of the current social systems, to gain knowledge needed for the future, to concretely tackle the challenges facing modern society, and to acquire the ability to utilize knowledge and skills.  
Criterion referenced
Evaluation
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
 
Class Objectives
/Class Outline
In the knowledge economy, industry demands for highly-skilled talents have been increasing and rapidly changing. The aim of this class is to understand the future career options and competencies needed in various industries for graduate students and young researchers with research experience, irrespective of their specialization. 
Class Schedule Session 1: Guidance and Group Discussion (Online - Real-time, Dec. 3 at 10:30~12:00)
• VitaeRDF self-assessment (individual)
• Group discussion on self-assessment results and career challenges
Sessions 2-7: On-demand Video Lectures (Dec. 3 ~ Dec. 12)
• Career Development in Government and International Organizations
• Career Development in Educational Think Tanks
• Career Development in the Social Media Industry
• Career Development in the Data Services Industry
• Career Development in the Manufacturing Industry
• Exploring Startup Opportunities
Session 8: Group Discussion and Summary (Online - Real-time, Dec. 10 at 10:30~12:00)
• Share self-assessment results and learning within groups, provide mutual feedback
• Design individual Career Action Plans based on self-assessment and lecture content
• Continuing group discussions from Session 1, create and submit group presentation videos (2-3 minutes) showcasing action plans based on learning
Important Note: Both Session 1 and Session 8 attendance is mandatory. Missing either session will result in course failure regardless of other requirements completed. 
Text/Reference
Books,etc.
To be distributed in class. 
PC or AV used in
Class,etc.
Visual Materials, moodle
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Learning techniques to be incorporated
Suggestions on
Preparation and
Review
Think carefully about your future career options and prepare for lessons by studying about the lecturers and their affiliations or related information. 
Requirements Instructions regarding the course, such as the method of attending the course, the video viewing period, and the deadline for submitting assignments, will be separately instructed via the online learning system "Moodle" after the course registration is completed. How to log-in to Moodle: Go to Momiji main page (“top”) > click on Moodle.

Attendance at both Session 1 (Dec. 3 at 10:30~12:00) and Session 8 (Dec. 10 at 10:30~12:00) is mandatory; missing either session results in automatic course failure with no exceptions. All assignments must be submitted by deadlines (Dec. 19 by 17:00) with no resubmissions or late submissions accepted, and grade disputes after submission will not be entertained. All work must be original with equal group contribution required, and plagiarism or using AI will result in course failure. Students must have reliable internet connection, video recording capability, and presentation software for course participation. Course-related inquiries should be made during class times only. 
Grading Method To be evaluated mainly based on final report (60%) and group presentation video (40%).
i. Final Report (60%) : Submit a comprehensive summary of Sessions 2-7 video content with clear learning outcomes and a deep analysis of how acquired knowledge applies to your career development. Reports must include title, student number, and name written in 2 pages (A4), 11-point font, single spacing only; exceeding requirements results in an automatic penalty.
ii. Group Presentation Video (40%): Submit a 2-3 minute group video integrating VitaeRDF results, session discussions, and collective action plans with clear role distribution and team contribution percentages. Presentations must demonstrate deep reflection leading to concrete conclusions and provide a well-balanced group action plan rather than listing individual plans. Technical quality (clear audio, professional completion) and engaging content are essential for evaluation.
iii. Grading Standards: This course employs relative grading, and students must meet above-average class standards to pass. Mere attendance and assignment submission do not guarantee course completion; high-quality performance is required for credit acquisition. Therefore, students will be evaluated based on depth of analysis and reflection (not mere listing of facts), integration of course content with personal career strategy, and quality of group collaboration and communication. Professional presentation skills, technical execution, and strategic thinking with practical application of learning are also assessed. 
Practical Experience Experienced  
Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it We offer insights into a wide range of career paths by leveraging our diverse experiences in private companies, government agencies, international organizations, and not limited to opportunities within universities. 
Message  
Other This course utilizes VitaeRDF, please access the overview at https://hiraku.hiroshima-u.ac.jp/younger_platform/development/ and login at https://hiraku.hiroshima-u.ac.jp/younger_platform/login_authentication/. Doctoral students at Hiroshima University are all registered by HIRAKU Council Office. Please click the “Forgot your password?” link and set your password yourself before your first log-in. The online lecture link will be notified in Moodle and on the bulletin board. The course aims to develop information gathering skills, enhance self-understanding, and build strategic career preparation through group collaboration within the diverse doctoral community. 
Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes.
Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching. 
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