Discussions

All discussions 5-7 sentences.

Discussion 1

· Find a job posting that you are interested in. Consider searching popular sites like O*NET or Indeed. The position should have been posted within the last 90 days.

· Post a link to the listing at the top of your discussion post and briefly describe the job (15–20 words maximum).

· Choose 2–3 of the 10 Skills listed below and explain how you can use them to promote yourself for the position. Make specific connections between the post and the 10 Skills.

3. NOTE: Concentrate on areas where the 10 Skills connect to the posting and omit education requirements, certifications, or required years of professional experience.

10 Skills:

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1. Self and Social Awareness

1. Technology

1. Productivity

1. Initiative

1. Results Driven

1. Communication

1. Relationship Building

1. Problem Solving

1. Innovation

1. Agility 

Discussion 2 (accounting)

· What is the major difference between a master budget and an operating budget? Compare the benefits and risks of creating and using these two budgets.

Discussion 3 (accounting)

· Evaluate the responsibilities of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in preparing a financial analysis of a manufacturing company's operating results. Describe the challenges presented by this financial analysis.

Discussion 4 (accounting)

· and contrast the key responsibilities of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) when examining a company’s financial results. Describe the different ethical standards a CPA and a CFE would apply in a hypothetical financial examination scenario.