Professional Portfolio Development (DCOM 2205)
This course empowers students to critically assess their existing body of work and craft a professional portfolio that bridges their academic experience with current industry standards in visual communication design. Under faculty mentorship, students will identify opportunities to revise or enhance selected projects, ensuring their portfolio showcases commercially viable and industry-aligned work. The curriculum emphasizes strategic career positioning, personal branding, and professional presentation skills. Through reflective exercises, peer discussions, and market analysis, students will map their unique skills to industry demands and develop a career plan. By the end of the course, students will present a curated portfolio that effectively communicates their value to potential employers or clients.
Course code: DCOM 2205
Credits: 5.0
Length: 108.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
DCOM 2105, DCOM 2110, DCOM 2120.
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