1. English Comprehension and Composition – Lecture 27 Objectives What is Resume or Curriculum Vitea? Tips and Guidelines to Writing a Professional Resume

2. Resume or Curriculum Vitea A summary of your academic and work history

3. Resume sections Your name Your address Resume objective Profile or summary of qualifications Employment history Education Skills Activities

4. Basic Resume Formats 1.Chronological: The chronological resume format lists work experience first, beginning with your most recent (or current) job. After tracing your work history, the chronological format continues with your education and concludes with extra skills and interests that may contribute to your ability to perform the job.

5. Basic Resume Formats 2. Skills Format: The skills resume begins with a list of skills that relate to the job for which you are applying. The skills resume format is exceptionally useful when 1) you are applying for a job in a different field than your work experience, 2) you have large gaps in your work experience or 3) you have little or no paid work experience.

6. Basic Resume Formats 3.The Combination or Functional Format: This format is useful in highlighting skills that are relevant to a particular field of work. It is best used to demonstrate improvement and achievement within a specific field of work.

7. Recap What is Resume or Curriculum Vitea? Tips and Guidelines to Writing a Professional Resume

8. References The material has been adapted from the following links: www.businessballs.com/curriculum.htm http://jobsearch.about.com/od/includeinresu me/a/resume-guidelines. http://jobsearch.about.com/od/includeinresu me/a/resume-guidelines