MKTG 3702 04: Business Professionalism

MKTG 3702 - Business Professionalism

Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 04, CRN 41133,

Credit hours: 1

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Instructor

Aleah Coppin

Email: ahcoppin@ysu.edu

Public Instructor Information

Instructor Title: Aleah Coppin
Instructor Professional Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies – Interpersonal Communication with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies

Master of Education in Higher Education Administration and Student Affairs

Instructor Office Location: WCBA 1149
Instructor Office Phone: 330-941-3079

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Course Description

3702. Business Professionalism. This course is intended to help students prepare for and accomplish a successful transition from college to a professional career. Students will be challenged to understand the various elements of business professionalism including etiquette, communications, image, conflict resolution, career exploration and job search. Prereq.: sophomore standing, 2.5 GPA. 1 s.h.

Course Readings

Group Title Author ISBN
Optional No readings

There are no course readings for this course.  All information will be in Blackboard and discussed each week during class.  This course uses traditional lectures with PowerPoint slides combined with hands-on activities to reinforce key concepts.  Various articles and handouts will be utilized.  Class discussion is an integral part of the course.

The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.  

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How to Succeed in This Course

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Artificial Intelligence Policy Statement

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Schedule of Topics and Assignments

Day Date Proposed Topic Due/To Prepare for Class
Tue 8/25 Course Introduction/Syllabus
What is Professionalism?
Review NACE Competencies
Professional Development Summit/Meet the Employers Day
Resumes
Register for the Summit by 12:00 pm, Monday, August 31, 2026
Tue 9/1 Cover Letters
Networking
Elevator Pitch
Elevator Pitch Activity - IN CLASS
Rough Draft Resume
Upload Rough Draft Resume to ResumeAI
Professional Development Summit Questions
Professional Development Summit Attendance - Friday, September 4, 2026 @ 9 am
Tue 9/8 NO CLASS!
ATTEND MEET THE EMPLOYERS DAY ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 FROM 10 AM - 1 PM
Rough Draft Cover Letter
Tue 9/15 Internship/Job Search
WCBA Internships - for credit
Bring Computer - Challenge Cards/Career Launch
Career Plan
Values Activity - IN CLASS
Meet the Employers Day Reflection
ResumeAI Feedback/Reflection
Tue 9/22 LinkedIn
Interviewing & BigInterview
Thank You Note
Interview Activity - IN CLASS
Career Plan
Tue 9/29 JCPenney's Suit Up Reminder
Professional Dress
Etiquette and Dining
Catch-up (if needed)
Dining Etiquette Activity - IN CLASS
LinkedIn Profile
Big Interview
Thank you Note
Tue 10/6 Etiquette Meal - IN CLASS - See blackboard for location Final Resume
Final Cover Letter
PDS Attendance OR Final Reflection
Upload Final Resume to Handshake

The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.