No matter which type of career(s) in business you’re interested in, you may benefit from cultivating business skills that employers look for, no matter their industry. Business skills such as teamwork, communication and technology skills can be highly transferrable across sectors and industries, which may allow you to begin working on developing them immediately, no matter where you are in your academic journey.
The ability to work efficiently in teams is a top skill employers are looking for.1 When working on group projects for classes, be sure to identify your strengths, use appropriate communication and follow through with your commitments to your team. Recognizing and acknowledging your skills will help you describe your experiences and expertise to an interviewer.
The Collaborative Learning Community (CLC) projects at Grand Canyon University (GCU) provide opportunities for students to practice conquering the challenges that professionals face in the collaborative workforce.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills are highly valued by employers in today’s workforce.1 Consider taking advantage of communication classes to complete your elective credits. These classes can teach you the communication skills that employers may be searching for in prospective employees.
You will be taught conflict tactics, intervention techniques and methods for communication research implantation. Make a point to spotlight these abilities during an interview.
As the use of technology continues to grow in the workplace, the need increases for business professionals who understand how to use technology correctly and appropriately to improve their organization.2 GCU’s traditional classes use a hybrid in-person classroom and online approach to help students become familiar with online etiquette and the use of various online programs.
If you are interested in gaining a specialty in technology, GCU offers technical business degrees, such as the business information systems degree. Whatever degree you decide to pursue, be sure to pay attention to the ways technology is integrated in your studies and highlight your technical abilities to your future employer.
GCU’s business degrees from the Colangelo College of Business can prepare you for a variety of careers in the business industry. Fill out the form on this page to learn more about our business degree programs.
1 Indeed. (2023, February 3). Top 11 Skills Employers Look for in Job Candidates. Retrieved August 1, 2023.
2 Beer, P. & Mulder, R. H. (2020). The effects of technological developments on work and their implications for continuous vocational education and training: a systematic review. Frontiers. Retrieved Aug. 23, 2023.
