Career Guidebook for It in Exchanges


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This complete handbook provides a guideline to careers in Exchanges IT, introducing professionals to the career paths in this sector of the financial services industry.




Career Guidebook for IT in Investment Banking


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Provides a guideline to careers in Investment Banking IT. This work introduces IT professionals to the career paths in this sector of the financial services industry. It covers topics such as: business division of Investment Banking that utilise IT professionals; types of IT careers in Investment Banking; and IT contract vs permanent positions.




Investment Banking Applications


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Part of the Bizle Professional Series, this is a complete guide to the software used in the Investment Banking industry. It also covers topics such as: overview of the Investment Banking technology marketplace; types of IT systems developed by the various application vendors; and, underlying technology used for developing these applications.




The Career Guide for Creative and Unconventional People, Third Edition


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You don't have to stifle your creative impulses to pay the bills. For anyone who's ever been told, "Don't quit your day job," career counselor Carol Eikleberry is here to say, "Pursue your dreams!" Now in its third edition, her inspiring guide provides knowledgeable career guidance, real-life success stories, and eye-opening self-evaluation tools to help artistic individuals figure out how to remain different, unconventional, and hard-to-categorize while finding work they love. The revised third edition of the popular guide for offbeat individuals seeking work that suits their unique skills, talents, and passions. Updated throughout, including new inspiration and tips for keeping a creative job notebook. Descriptions of more than 270 creative jobs, from the mainstream (architect, Web designer) to the unexpected (crossword-puzzle maker, police sketch artist). Previous editions have sold more than 60,000 copies.Reviews“What a great manual for young rebels and older freethinkers who are plotting their next career move.”—Boston Globe From the Trade Paperback edition.




Career Guidebook for IT in Retail Banking


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"Career Guidebook for IT in Retail Banking" is a complete handbook that provides a guideline to careers in Retail Banking IT. The idea behind the publication is to introduce IT professionals to the career paths in this sector of the financial services industry. The chapters in the book cover the following topics: overview of the business of Retail Banking; business divisions of Retail Banking that utilise IT professionals; types of IT careers in Retail Banking; IT contract vs. permanent positions; skill needed for a career in Retail Banking IT; issues with types of technology used in the industry; the future of IT careers in Retail Banking; and much more."Career Guidebook for IT in Retail Banking" is an invaluable reference handbook for IT professionals. It is also useful for both undergraduate and graduate students in Information Technology - related degree programmes. This is another publication in the "Bizle Professional Series"




Career Guidebook for It in Investment Management


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Career Guidebook for IT in Investment Management is a complete handbook that provides a guideline to careers in Investment Management(Asset Management ) IT. The idea behind the publication is to introduce IT professionals to the career paths in this sector of the financial services industry. The chapters in the book cover the following topics: overview of the business of Investment Management; business divisions of Investment Management that utilise IT professionals; types of IT careers in Investment Management; IT contract vs. permanent positions; skill needed for a career in Investment Management IT; issues with types of technology used in the industry; the future of IT careers in Investment Management; and much more.Career Guidebook for IT in Investment Management is an invaluable reference handbook for IT professionals. It is also useful for both undergraduate and graduate students in Information Technology - related degree programmes. This is another publication in the Bizle Professional Series.




Academic Career Handbook


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Are you: * planning a career in higher education? * an academic whose career could and should develop? * wondering how you can realize your potential across institutions, departments and disciplines? * looking for a career strategy? Then this timely book has been written for you. Designed for those working, or hoping to work, within the higher education system, this handbook will also be of value to those in more established positions who want to develop their own careers or want to support younger colleagues. With an emphasis on supporting staff development, this timely handbook offers guidance on the craft of performing five key tasks - networking, teaching, researching, writing and managing. Additionally, issues such as getting published, networking, obtaining research funding, principles of teaching and assessment, and seeking promotion are discussed. The handbook is designed to be accessible, illuminating and entertaining, with useful advice and critical viewpoints juxtaposed. So if you want a successfully planned career instead of just 'letting it happen', then this handbook's for you.




Bound-for-Career Guidebook


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The Bound-for-Career Guidebook views career identification, selection, entry, and progression as part of a larger developmental process—the career development process. In this guidebook for adolescents and young adults, the author outlines the experiences and tasks that will facilitate the career development process and lead to satisfaction and success. The reader will be exposed to the various educational and career transitions they must consider on the path to the workplace and specific guidance is offered on how to maximize entry and advancement. Along the career exploration, decision-making, and preparation path, the author answers frequently asked questions and offers an array of facts and myths that need to be considered. Empowered individuals are better able to guide themselves through their personal career journey. The reader’s command of the information in the Bound-for-Career Guidebook will give them that power!




Career Guidebook for IT in Insurance


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Career Guidebook for IT in Insurance Career Guidebook for IT in Insurance is a complete handbook that provides a guideline to careers in Insurance IT. The idea behind the publication is to introduce IT professionals to the career paths in this sector of the financial services industry. The chapters in the book cover the following topics: overview of the business of Insurance; business divisions of Insurance companies that utilise IT professionals; types of IT careers in Insurance; IT contract vs. permanent positions; skill needed for a career in Insurance IT; issues with types of technology used in the industry; the future of IT careers in Insurance; and much more.Career Guidebook for IT in Insurance is an invaluable reference handbook for IT professionals. It is also useful for both undergraduate and graduate students in Information Technology - related degree programmes. This is another publication in the Bizle Professional Series.




The Encore Career Handbook


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Until recently, most Americans equated the end of a successful career with the beginning of retirement. No more. Now they want to stay in the game (or better, change the game). They want to leave a mark. Make a difference—and continue to make money. From Encore.org, the leading organization in the field, comes a road map to every step of the encore career journey. Here’s how to plan the transition. How much you need to make. The pros and cons of going back to school. When to volunteer, and when to intern. How to network effectively and harness the power of social media. Who’s hiring and for what jobs? (Check out the Encore Hot List of 35 viable careers). A comprehensive, nuts-and-bolts guide, filled with inspiring stories and answering—in extensive FAQ sections—the concerns of its readers, this book is everything you need to help you strike a balance between doing good and doing well--in a way that will sustain you through this new stage of life.