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GOM2 Orientation Task 1 Assignment Template Student name: ID number:

002076493

Date:

Feb 25, 2021

PROMPT

RESPONSE

A1. Your Why Your decision to attend WGU shows your courage and determination to realize your potential. What is your “why” for attending WGU at this time?

Having a higher education has always been a goal of mine. I was lucky to get into the Radiology field right out of high school and later made the decision to attend further education for my bachelor’s degree. While obtaining my bachelor’s degree and growing in my career, I set a personal goal of achieving my master’s degree. For me, this decision is not only personal achievement but also for professional growth. I finished my bachelor’s degree in the summer while simultaneously starting a new job which took me out of the hospital setting and into the medical industry. After settling into my new role for a few months, I thought this was the best time to get back into the swing of school.

A2. Imagine your life when you have completed your program. How have you, your family, or your career been changed for the better?

The career growth that obtaining my master’s degree will provide me with will definitely change not only my career but the opportunities for my family. I am the only educated member of my immediate family, so I pride myself in making not only my family proud, but also myself. Obtaining my master’s degree will allow me the opportunity to grow within my role but also to move up the chain in the company.

B1. Your WGU Program

The WGU program I am enrolled in is an MBA in Healthcare Management. This program provides its students with the tools to be a team leader as well as understanding the fundamentals behind management. This includes courses such as economics, accounting, finance, ethics, analytics, communication, marketing and a final capstone project.

Describe your WGU program, including two specific requirements that this degree has for completion.

There is a requirement of being enrolled in at least

8 competency units per term. The MBAHM degree also has a first term requirement of completing one of the following within 45 days: completing a preassessment, completion of an objective assignment and lastly, submission of a performance task. Failure to complete one of these tasks will yield in an automatic withdrawal from the program. B2. Identify how many competency units you are required to register & enroll in for each term. Provide a brief explanation of why you will need to complete these competency units each term in order to achieve your goals.

The MBAHM program consists of a total of 36 competency units broken down over 4 terms. Each term has a requirement of being enrolled in at least 8 CU for the master’s program. Being enrolled in at least 8 CU per term considers you to be making on-time progress towards completion and graduation. Financial aid requirements also states that a student must completed 66.67 percent of all competency units attempted.

C1a. WGU Support

WGU provides each student with a program mentor that will with you from the first term through graduation. It is recommended to communicate with them weekly regarding goals and progress through the program.

Describe one scenario in which you will turn to your Program Mentor for support. Consider what you might be working on, what type of support you might be looking for, and how you might reach out for help.

A program mentor can help you in various situations throughout your time at WGU. Personally, the master’s program is going to bring a new challenge to me. I will be leaning on the mentor to guide me through any challenges and the best suggestions for success and completion of the program. Keeping up with my weekly meetings will help my success in the program. C1b. WGU Support Describe one scenario in which you will turn to your Course Instructor for support. Consider what you might be working on, what type of support you might be looking for, and how you might reach out for help.

C2. Your determination to succeed early is important to build momentum toward your goals at WGU. Reflect on

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A course instructor is there to provide you help in a specific course. They will help to develop of study plan and answer any course/content specific questions I might have. I plan on communicating with the course instructors if and when I need help understanding the course specific content and/or if I need help.

Starting an online schooling program always presents challenges when it comes to time

and identify at least two (2) actions or behaviors you will engage in to positively impact your first term.

management and completion of tasks. A competency-based program is new for me without having set due dates for course work it can be hard to manage your time appropriately. One behavior I intend on engaging in, not only in my first term but throughout the program, would be to time manage effectively. I will plan to set assign specific time throughout the week to work on coursework as if I was attending class. There is a fear of not understanding course material or not passing courses due to lack of knowledge. I will engage in using the sources at my hand including the library and webinars as well as communicating with the program mentor and the course instructors to optimize the best success.

D. Time Management Your strength with time management will be critical as you work through your program. Using the weekly calendar template below, identify 15-20 hours of time that you will use to ensure you can study successfully. Fill in areas required for sleep, work, commuting, family time, eating, and any other areas of your life in addition to the 15-20 hours of WGU study time.

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