Chapter 5: Career Planning for Protection Professionals

Which of the following best describes the importance of career planning?

• Meet with parents and friends to determine which career is best

• Job shadow a professional currently in the field of one’s potential career

• Complete a self-evaluation study that can be found on the Internet

• None of the above

When earning an education what are the most important considerations?

• Determine if the college or university is accredited

• Gain work experience through internships or volunteer work

• Maintain a satisfactory grade point average

• All of the above

On average, how much of a salary increase do college graduates earn over non-college graduates?

• 77%

• 58%

• 84%

• 34%

Why is experience such an important component of your

resume (choose the best answer)?

• Experience provides exposure to scenarios and interaction not available in the classroom

• Education is more important than experience and it is not necessary

• It demonstrates a high level of motivation

• A job allows the student to earn money while in school

On average, how many certifications should one obtain?

• 8

• 4

• 9

• None of the above

What is the difference between a functional and a chronological resume ?

• A functional resume lists the functions that you performed at a job

• A functional resume is a summary of experience, whereas a chronological resume lists jobs or positions by dates of employment

• There is no difference

• A chronological resume only lists education and certification

When interviewing for a job, what preparation is necessary (choose the best answer)?

• Drive the route to the interview location the day before

• Research the organization

• Be prepared to answer standard interview questions

• All of the above

Why do employers search social networking sites for applicant information?

• They want to find other candidates for other open positions

• Searching these sites provides a quick and efficient way to learn more about the candidate

• To find a specific person’s resume

• Employers do not search social networking sites on job applicants

There are four strategies for developing a career; choose the one that is not a strategy.

• Develop a personal brand

• Network

• Find a mentor

• List one’s resume on an online job board

What is one of the fastest growing fields related to security?

• Law enforcement

• Homeland security

• Private detectives

• Contract security