Find four potential job advertisements in a field you would like to work in. Two of the job ads should be from the American job market, and two should be from a job market outside the U.S. In an individual blog post, please provide links to the job ads you've selected, and then answer the following questions about them. Try to select job advertisements that are as similar in terms of responsibilities and requirements as possible.
1. What seem to be the standard minimum requirements between the jobs you have selected? Are basic requirements (education, experience, etc.) similar for jobs in the U.S. and outside? What differences do you notice?
2. What do you know about the compensation packages for the jobs you have selected. Don't just talk about salary (although that is important), also look at health insurance, vacation time, opportunities for advancement, anything that might attract you to a particular job. How does compensation compare between the two countries' job markets?
3. Do some initial research into the companies you are considering. If their websites include a corporate philosophy or mission statement, take a moment to read through these. Are there differences between the way the four companies see themselves, and the way they approach their industries?
4. In your opinion, are there any other major difference between the job markets in two countries you are considering? It is alright if you don't have a response to this question.
Title this post "Your Name - Job Market Research" This part of Deliverable One is due by Monday night at midnight, Jan. 24.
Yu Gu – Job Market Research
ReplyDelete1. The four jobs I have chosen are all finance related. Two of them located in the United States, and the other two located in China, my home country. The common minimum requirements include a four year college degree, and internship experience. The major difference between the two jobs in America and the two in China is that the two in China have higher standards of qualifications. This is probably because the two Chinese jobs are open globally, and in senior management level. The American jobs on the other hand are mainly open to American citizens. If I search Chinese jobs in Chinese, the standards of Qualifications would be expected to be much lower. In addition, the two Chinese jobs require both English and Chinese skills. This is not difficult to understand, since English is the “world business language” and Chinese is the official language of China.
2. The number one compensation I would concern about would be career development. Considering this, an American job is preferred for me. I plan to return to China within seven years. However, when entering the job market in China, American working experience would be a huge thing to put on my resume, especially in finance industry. If I stay in the U.S for the rest of my life, I am not very optimistic about further career development. This is because of my questionable English skill, the culture shock, and potential discriminations towards foreign origin. The other main concern of main is where I will live. As I grow up in China, I feel more comfortable living in China. Considering all the factors, my plan is to returning to China with a reasonable amount of working experience in America.
3. The United States:
Job 1:
Non-Medical Acct Coordinator
Company: The Principal Financial Group
https://secure05.principal.com/hr/recruiting/ext/searchJobs.faces
Search Requisition Number: 211901
The Principal is a leading financial company operating globally. It offers a wide range of financial products and services, including retirement solutions, life and health insurance, wellness programs, and investment and banking products.
Job 2:
Finance Professional
Company Name: Global Corporate Careers
http://www.financialjobbank.com/jobs/finance-professional-boston-ma-29625837-job.html
Global Corporate Careers helps U.S.-based employers find individuals with global experience and expertise. And it also helps individuals find international opportunities within U.S.-based organizations.
China:
Job 3:
Equity Analyst
Company: H Y Partners
http://jobs.efinancialcareers.com/job-4000000000734835.htm
H Y Partners is a boutique search firm focusing on recruitment in financial services industry. It based in Shanghai.
Job 4:
Credit Officer
Company: Commerzbank AG Shanghai Branch
http://jobs.efinancialcareers.com/job-4000000000730819.htm
Commerzbank is a German bank providing financial services to private customers. It merged with Dresdner Bank in 2009. The new Commerzbank is building on its strengths as a relationship bank for private and corporate customers in Germany.