Cover Letter for a Business Administration with Concentration in Management Graduate

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Completing this assignment will help you name and identify the skills and abilities that will move your career forward.

Find a specific job opening posted online within the last 9 months. You will develop a Job Application Cover Letter (as though you were applying to that position) that highlights and emphasizes why you are the most suitable candidate for this position. For the purposes of this assignment, you can present yourself as a recent graduate if needed.

Complete the cover letter on page 1 of the submission and then include a link to the job posting on page 2 (a copy and paste of the link is acceptable and the link must work). To compose the letter, use the general writing guidelines on pp. 266-267 in the text for structural and content guidance. Note: An example can be found on p. 263, Figure 13.8.

The message should take the form of a business letter; however, you will submit your assignment to the online course shell.

The job letter / application message must adhere to the following requirements:

  1. Content
    1. Highlight relevant background and job history information specific to the opening.
    2. Emphasize significant qualifications and exclude nonessential ideas.
  2. Format
    1. Follow proper letter formatting techniques per business letter format.
    2. Use an appropriate and professional greeting and closing.
  3. Style
    1. Use professional language.
    2. Paragraphs effectively developed and efficient. Note: Six (6) or seven (7) lines when possible.
  4. Mechanics
    1. Make sure there are no grammar or spelling errors.
    2. Eliminate wordiness and unclear sentence construction.

This course requires use of Strayer Writing Standards (SWS). The format is different than other Strayer University courses. Please take a moment to review the SWS documentation for details.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

  1. Plan, create, and evaluate professional documents.
  2. Write clearly, coherently, and persuasively using proper grammar, mechanics, and formatting appropriate to the situation.
  3. Deliver professional information to various audiences using appropriate tone, style, and format.
  4. Develop presentation skills for use in the professional environment.

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field. expected application message and résumé in hand, a reader learns nothing from "I am enclosing my résumée The following sentences are possible closing sen- your review." Ohsene caution in choosing over words such as applicant, application, opening, tences that refer to an invitation to interview. They are mot intended as model sentences that should appear in position, vacancy, and intervietc. your messge. Because finding the right job is so impor- Avoid overuse of land writer-focused statements. tant, you will be well rewarded for the time and thought Because the message is designed to sell your you invest in original warding services, some use of I is natural and • *When a date and time can be arranged, I would like but restrict the number of times I is used, espe- to talk with you." The statement does not indi- cially as the first word in a paragraph. Focus on cate who will do the arranging, and the meeting place and the subject of the conversation are company's needs. The employer is not interested understood in reading about your need to earn more income, "I would appreciate an opportunity to discuss the to be closer to your work, to have more marketing assistant's job with you." The indirect reference to action is not forceful. However, if the surroundings, or to gain greater advancement applicant has impressive qualifications, the reader opportunities will want an interview and will not need to be • Avoid unconvincing generalizations that could sound pushed boastful. Self-confidence is commendable, but • "I look forward to talking with you about how my skills and experiences can benefit Beck Restaurant Group." The statement asks for the interview judgmental terms, and unsupported generalizations and re-emphasizes the applicant's strong damage your credibility. Instead of labeling your qualifications. performance as "superior" or "excellent," or describing yourself as an efficient, technically When a date and time can be arranged, I would like skilled team player," give supporting facts that show to talk with you. the interviewer you can deliver on what you're selling pleasant overconfidence (or worse still, just plain bragging) is objectionable. Overly strong adjectives, self- company-not what you want from the company (money). Discussion of salary isn't meaningful until after a mutually successful interview; however, if an ad requests a statement Tailor the message to the employer's need. To condescending. Discussing experiences related to impress the interviewer that your message is not a specific job requirement or your preference for a generic one sent to everyone, provide requested work that requires this skill reveals your under- information, and communicate an understanding standing without a direct statement. Including ter- of the particular company, job requirements, and minology commonly used by the profession allows you to communicate clearly in terms the reader Provide requested information. Job listings often understands; it also saves space and implies your background in the field. request certain information: "Must provide own transportation and be willing to travel, Give Focus on strengths and portray a positive attitude. educational background, work experience, and Concentrate on the positive aspects of your edu- salary expected.” Discuss these points in your cation or experience that have prepared you for application message. Preferably , the question of the particular job. Apologizing for a shortcom- salary is left until the interview, allowing you to ing or admitting failure only weakens your case focus your message on your contributions to the and raises questions about your self-esteem. Do not discuss your current employer's shortcomings. To compete with the Regardless of how negatively high volumes of junk you perceive your present employer, that perception has mail, daily messages, little to do with your prospec- and fear of computer tive employer's needs. Also, if about it, the message you speak negatively of your should address it. You may viruses, you must present employer, you could be perceived as someone who provide a motive for an would do the same to the next interviewer to open an employer unexpected message 13-5c Finishing Touches preference for discussing from an unknown The importance of professional salary at the interview. formatting and careful proof- person. Communicate knowledge of reading of job application mes- the company, job require- sages is generally understood. ments, and language of the Still, employers frequently field. Your statements about a company's rapid voice concern with the sloppiness and unprofessional expansion or competitive advantage show you really appearance and content of electronic submissions. are interested in the company, read widely, do To survive the skeptical eye of an interviewer scan- you are required to do, and gather infor- ning for ways to reject an applicant, allow yourself mation before making decisions. However, phrase time to produce a professional-looking document these statements carefully to avoid the perception regardless of the presentation or delivery option of insincere flattery. For example, referring to the employer as “the leader in the field,” “the best in In regard to preparing an application message for the business,” or “a great company" could appear as email submission, career experts recommend format- an attempt to get a favorable decision as a reward ting it as a business letter with the complete address of for making a complimentary statement. To reflect the company exactly as presented in a letter sent by mail your understanding of the job requirements, use and a formal closing such as "Sincerely. To help peo- indirect statements that are informative and tactful. ple reach you, include a full signature block with your Direct statements such as “The requirements of mailing and email addresses, and phone numbers) this job are ..." presents information the employer The recipient can easily contact you without opening presumes you already know; “An auditor should be your attachments. Although seemingly unnecessary, able to ...” and “Sales personnel should avoid ..." the email address is useful when a recipient fonwards sound like a lecture and could be perceived as give a minimum figure or range, indicate willing- ness to accept a figure that is customary for work of that type, or indicate a more than 13-5b General Writing Guidelines An excellent application message might be the most difficult message you ever attempt to write. It's natural to feel uncomfortable writing about yourself; however, your confidence will increase as you study the wealth of model documents available through your career ser- vices center and other sources. The writing principles you've been introduced to in this chapter should help you write a thoughtful, original message that impresses the interviewer. Instead of standard verbiage included in dozens of models, your self-marketing connects your experiences to your future with a specific company and reflects your personality and values. The following writing techniques will help distinguish your application message from the competition: • Substitute fresh, original expressions that reflect contemporary language. Overly casual expressions and overused statements will give your message a dull, unimaginative tone. Obvious ideas such as “This is an application,” “I read your ad,” and “I am writing to apply for" are sufficiently understood without making direct statements. With the 266 PART FIVE: Communication for Employment you've chosen Vasiliy Koval/Shutterstock.com your email to someone else who might want to reply to CHAPTER 13: Preparing Résumés and Application Messages 267 der for ised field. he d condescending. Discussing experiences related to Tailor the message to the employer's need. To a specific job requirement or your preference for impress the interviewer that your message is not work that requires this skill reveals your under- standing without a direct statement. Including ter- information, and communicate an understanding a generic one sent to everyone, provide requested minology commonly used by the profession allows of the particular company, job requirements, and you to communicate clearly in terms the reader understands; it also saves space and implies your • Provide requested information. Job listings often background in the field, request certain information: “Must provide own Focus on strengths and portray a positive attitude. transportation and be willing to travel. Give Concentrate on the positive aspects of your edu- educational background, work experience, and cation or experience that have prepared you for salary expected." Discuss these points in your the particular job. Apologizing for a shortcom- application message. Preferably, the question of ing or admitting failure only weakens your case salary is left until the interview, allowing you to and raises questions about your self-esteem. focus your message on your contributions to the Do not discuss your current To compete with the employer's shortcomings. Regardless of how negatively high volumes of junk you perceive your present mail, daily messages, employer, that perception has little to do with your prospec- and fear of computer tive employer's needs. Also, if you speak negatively of your viruses, you must present employer, you could provide a motive for an be perceived as someone who would do the same to the next interviewer to open an employer. unexpected message 13-5c Finishing Touches from an unknown The importance of professional formatting and careful proof- person. • Communicate knowledge of reading of job application mes- the company, job require- sages is generally understood. Still, employers frequently ments, and language of the field. Your statements about a company's rapid voice concern with the sloppiness and unprofessional expansion or competitive advantage show you appearance and content of electronic submissions. are interested in the company, read widely, do To survive the skeptical eye of an interviewer scan- more than you are required to do, and gather infor- ning for ways to reject an applicant, allow yourself mation before making decisions. However, phrase time to produce a professional-looking document these statements carefully to avoid the perception regardless of the presentation or delivery option of insincere flattery. For example, referring to the you've chosen employer as “the leader in the field,” “the best in In regard to preparing an application message for the business,” or “a great company” could appear as email submission, career experts recommend format- an attempt to get a favorable decision as a reward ting it as a business letter with the complete address of for making a complimentary statement. To reflect the company exactly as presented in a letter sent by mail your understanding of the job requirements, use and a formal closing such as “Sincerely.” To help peo- indirect statements that are informative and tactful. include a full signature block with your Direct statements such as “The requirements of mailing and email addresses, and phone number(s). this job are ..." presents information the employer The recipient can easily contact you without opening presumes you already know; “An auditor should be your attachments. Although seemingly unnecessary, able to...” and “Sales personnel should avoid ... the email address is useful when a recipient forwards sound like a lecture and could be perceived as company--not what you want from the company (money). Discussion of salary isn't meaningful until after a mutually successful interview; however, if an ad requests a statement about it, the message should address it. You may give a minimum figure or range, indicate willing- ness to accept a figure that is customary for work of that type, or indicate a preference for discussing salary at the interview. ple reach you, your email to someone else who might want to reply to CHAPTER 13: Preparing Résumés and Application Messages 267 enclosing my résume in a reales learns nothing from “I am opening position, vacancy, The following sentences are possible closing sen- tences that refer to an invitation to interview. They are not intended as model sentences that should appear in your message. Because finding the right job is so impor- tant, you will be well rewarded for the time and thought you invest in original wording. • "When a date and time can be arranged, I would like to talk with you.” The statement does not indi- cate who will do the arranging, and the meeting place and the subject of the conversation are your expected espe- application message and résumé in hand, your review.” Observe caution in choosing over words such as applicant, application, and interview. • Avoid overuse of I and writer-focused statements Because the message is designed to sell services, some use of I is natural and but restrict the number of times I is used, cially as the first word in a paragraph. Focus on providing specific evidence that you can meet the company's needs. The employer is not interested in reading about your need to earn more income, to be closer to your work, to have more pleasant surroundings, or to gain greater advancement Avoid unconvincing generalizations that could sound boastful. Self-confidence is commendable, but overconfidence (or worse still, just plain bragging is objectionable. Overly strong adjectives, self- damage your credibility. Instead of labeling your judgmental terms, and unsupported generalizations performance as “superior” or “excellent,” describing yourself as “an efficient, technically skilled team player,” give supporting facts that show the interviewer you can deliver on what you're selling understood. • "I would appreciate an opportunity to discuss the marketing assistant's job with you." The indirect reference to action is not forceful. However, if the applicant has impressive qualifications, the reader will want an interview and will not need to be pushed. • "I look forward to talking with you about how my skills and experiences can benefit Beck Restaurant Group." The statement asks for the interview and re-emphasizes the applicant's strong qualifications. opportunities. or When a date and time can be arranged, I would like to talk with you. 13-5b General Writing Guidelines An excellent application message might be the most difficult message you ever attempt to write. It's natural to feel uncomfortable writing about yourself; however, your confidence will increase as you study the wealth of model documents available through your career ser- vices center and other sources. The writing principles you've been introduced to in this chapter should help you write a thoughtful, original message that impresses the interviewer. Instead of standard verbiage included in dozens of models, your self-marketing connects your experiences to your future with a specific company and reflects your personality and values. The following writing techniques will help distinguish your application message from the competition: • Substitute fresh, original expressions that reflect contemporary language. Overly casual expressions and overused statements will give your message a dull, unimaginative tone. Obvious ideas such as "This is an application,” “I read your ad,” and “I am writing to apply for” are sufficiently understood without making direct statements. With the 5 PART FIVE: Communication for Employment es FIGURE 13.8 EXAMPLE OF AN APPLICATION LETTER n Karen Cunningham 455 Ash Lane, Apt. 3 Birmingham, AL 67003 (504) 345-9876 kcunningham@gmail.com Addresses letter to specific person, using correct name and job title. Larry Canton, Hiring Manager Dayton Ltd. 120 Main Street Birmingham, AL 67012 Identifies how applicant learned of the position, the specific position sought, and background. March 12, 2017 Discusses how education relates to job requirements. Introduces résumé for additional information. Dear Mr. Canton: I am interested in your position of Marketing Assistant, which was posted on your corporate website. The combination of my natural ability, technical expertise, and work experience all make me an ideal candidate for this role. As a recent graduate of Alabama State University with an emphasis in Marketing, I am intimately familiar with developments in social media promotion and data mining applications. I would also bring value to a company like yours through my experience in the private sector in various internship positions and my positive "can do” attitude. Encourages employer to take action without sounding pushy or apologetic. For the past six months, I have interned in the Marketing Department of Ajax Corp. , where I participated in the development of a marketing program new computer-networking product . As part of that team, I also wrote promo- tional materials for the company website and sent a weekly email newsletter to for a Format Pointers Formats as formal business letter because the message is accompanying a print résumé. current customers. An abbreviated email message including an online résumé in ASCII or RTF format would be appropriate for electronic submission. I consider myself to be a productive worker with a solid work ethic who exerts optimal effort to ensure that all tasks given to me are completed on time and to the highest standards. My personal strengths include, but are not limited to the following: Being a motivated self-starter who takes the initiative, and can work with minimal supervision. • Being committed to providing a superior service to any company for which I work Uses the same high-quality, standard size and neutral colored paper as was used for the résumé. Includes the writer's address and contact information Being computer literate with extensive software knowledge and proficiency covering a wide variety of applications. Greater details of my accomplishments and achievements can be found in my attached resume. I am available for interview at any time and can start work at short notice. Thank you for the time you have taken to consider my application, and I eagerly look forward to hearing from you. Yours sincerely, Karen Cunningham
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Caintas
Piscataway, NJ 08854
8th march 2019

Dear Sir/Madam
I am writing this cover letter in response to the job vacancy in management dated on March 8th,
2019, looking for a management trainee. Th...


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