Course Description

# Professional Identity & Productivity Enhancement Program **Duration:** 30 Hours **Mode:** Practical, Activity-Based & AI-Enabled Skill Development Program ### Course Description The **Professional Identity & Productivity Enhancement Program** is a 30-hour skill development course designed to help students build a strong, professional, and digitally visible identity while developing essential workplace and productivity skills. The program combines **CV designing, portfolio development, LinkedIn optimization, digital branding, video CV creation, time and energy management, professional self-introduction, STAR storytelling, and Generative AI applications**. The course follows a hands-on learning approach where students create and improve their own professional assets, including an **ATS-friendly CV, portfolio website, optimized LinkedIn profile, and Video CV**. Students also learn how Generative AI can support content creation, personalization, optimization, and professional branding. ### Key Components * **Professional CV & Resume Development** – ATS-friendly resume structure, content writing, personalization and optimization. * **Portfolio Development** – Portfolio structure, case studies, projects, achievements, visuals and website creation. * **LinkedIn Personal Branding** – Profile optimization, networking, content strategy, job search and professional visibility. * **Digital Branding & Video CV** – Professional video introduction, scripting, presentation, recording and editing. * **Time Management & Productivity** – Time versus energy management, Eisenhower Matrix, focus, distraction management and productivity techniques. * **Professional Self-Introduction** – 30-second and 60-second pitches, communication practice and STAR storytelling. * **Generative AI for Career Development** – Using AI for resumes, portfolios, LinkedIn profiles, Video CVs, professional communication and productivity. * **Practical Activities & Assessments** – Portfolio presentation, script correction, productivity assignments, peer activities and professional branding exercises. ### Learning Outcomes By the end of the program, students will be able to: 1. **Design an ATS-friendly CV** aligned with specific career opportunities and job descriptions. 2. **Create and present a professional portfolio** showcasing skills, projects, achievements and career interests. 3. **Build and optimize a professional LinkedIn profile** using effective branding, networking and content strategies. 4. **Create a professional Video CV** demonstrating communication skills, confidence and personal branding. 5. **Apply time, energy and productivity management techniques** to improve academic and professional performance. 6. **Deliver effective 30-second and 60-second professional introductions** using structured communication and STAR storytelling. 7. **Use Generative AI responsibly** to enhance resumes, portfolios, LinkedIn profiles, Video CVs and professional content. 8. **Develop a complete professional identity** supported by practical digital assets and employability skills. ### Program Approach The program emphasizes **learning by doing** rather than lecture-only instruction. Students are expected to create, practice, present, receive feedback, revise, and implement their professional assets throughout the course. **Outcome:** By completing the program, students will have a **CV + Portfolio + LinkedIn Profile + Video CV + Professional Introduction + Productivity Toolkit**, creating a complete foundation for career readiness and professional identity.