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    The document provides information about resumes and CVs, including what they are, their purposes, components and guidelines for effective presentation. It states that a resume summarizes educational and professional qualifications and experience to obtain an interview, while a CV used more for academic positions includes additional details like publications, awards and research experience. It outlines the common sections of a resume as well as types of resumes and what to include in a CV. The document provides tips on formatting, content and what to avoid in a resume.

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    Writing

    Resume
    What is Resume?

     Resume is summary of your educational qualification


    details
     It highlights your skills and experience relevant to the
    field
     It highlights your objectives and accomplishments
     Its purpose is to get you an Interview call
    A resume should reflect more than just work
    experience
     It should consider your extracurricular, and leadership
    qualities
    Types of Resume

    1) Chronological Resume: Provide history of your


    work experience.
    2) Functional Resume: This allows the reader to
    see all of the accomplishments and qualifications of
    the job applicant presented in a logical fashion.
    3) Combinational Resume: Present the knowledge,
    skills and abilities gained from work in a reverse-
    chronological order.
    4) Curriculum Vitae
    What is a CV?

     A curriculum vitae (CV) provides a summary


    of your experience, academic background
    including teaching experience, degrees,
    research, awards, publications,
    presentations, and other achievements,
    skills and credentials.1 CVs are typically
    used for academic, medical, research, and
    scientific application
    What to Include in a Curriculum Vitae

     Personal details and contact information. Most CVs start with


    contact information and personal data but take care to avoid
    superfluous details, such as religious affiliation, children's names, and
    so on.
     Education and qualifications. Be sure to include the names of
    institutions and dates attended in reverse order: Ph.D., Masters,
    Undergraduate.
     Work experience/employment history. The most widely accepted
    style of employment record is the chronological curriculum vitae.
    Your career history is presented in reverse date order starting with
    the most recent appointment. More emphasis/information should be
    placed on your most recent jobs.
     Skills. Include computer skills, foreign language skills, and
    any other recent training that is relevant to the role
    applied for.
     Training / Graduate Fieldwork / Study Abroad
     Dissertations / Theses
     Research experience
     Teaching experience
     Publications
     Presentations, lectures, and exhibitions
     Grants, scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships
     Awards and honors
     Technical, computer, and language skills
     Professional licenses, certifications, and memberships
    When to Use a CV Instead of a Resume

     A curriculum vitae is used when applying for academic,


    education, scientific, or research positions. A curriculum
    vitae can also be used to apply for fellowships or grants.
    In Europe, the Middle East, Africa, or Asia, employers may
    expect to receive a curriculum vitae rather than a
    resume.
     A curriculum vitae, commonly referred to as a “CV,” is a
    longer (two or more pages), more detailed synopsis than a
    resume. There are also differences in what is included,
    and when each document is used.
    Resume Components
    Heading
    Name
    Address
    Phone
    number(s)
    Email address
    Job Objective
    A short statement that
    tells the employer what
    specific position you're
    applying for
    • Directly reflects the
    position applying for
    •Should be concise and
    specific.
    Profile Summary
     What makes you the best candidate for
    this job? (ie: qualifications, skills,
    abilities, years of experience, work
    ethic and values, accomplishments,
    etc.)
    • Must reflect what is required in the job
    description
    • One paragraph or 3-5 bulleted statements
    • Most important part of your resume;
    catches and keeps the reader's attention
    Education 
     Reverse chronological order
     Required: Degree, major,
    school, year of graduation
     Extra: GPA (if over 3.0),
    minors, honors, specific
    related courses
     Professional training may
    also be listed either under
    Education or Training
    Additional Resume Components
    Any of these can be added if they are relevant to the position you are applying
    for:

     Activities
     Honors
     Certifications
     Achievements
     Awards
     Licenses
     Professional affiliations
    GUIDELINES FOR A BETTER PRESENTATION 
     The resume is visually enticing
     There is uniformity and consistency in the use of italics, capital letters, bullets, boldface, and
    underlining
     There are absolutely no errors 
     All the basic, expected information is included
     It is targeted
     Strengths are highlighted / weaknesses de-emphasized
     Shorter is usually better
     Watch your verb tense
     Writing is concise and to the point
     Focus on the employer’s needs, not yours
    WHAT NOT TO PUT ON A RESUME
     Don't title your resume as “Resume” and start with your full name
     Don't go over one page
     Don't use fancy fonts
     Don't use personal pronouns "I", "my" or "me"
     Don't use colorful paper -white, buff or beige is standard
     Don't say you were laid off or fired from your last position
     Fluffy rambling "objective" statement
     Salary Information
     Don't include "references available upon request." If they want them they will ask
     Don't ever lie on your resume

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