Application Form and Resume Types

Lesson in Industrial/ Organizational Psychology

1. Application Form Prepared by: Orlando A. Pistan, MAEd -GC Psychology Instructor

2. Application Form An application form is a form to be filled  in by an applicant when seeking employment in a firm. It generally contains basic personal information such as name, phone number, e-mail address, previous work experiences and some open ended questions.

3. Application Form From the employer’s perspective it is a standardized means of screening candidates based on the responses given in the form. Application forms can be in either a physical hard copy or an electronic/online version. The form must not contain questions regarding the candidate’s disabilities, past compensation, race/religion details or criminal record information.

4. Advantages An advantage of application forms is that it standardizes all information making it easier for the recruiter to objectively evaluate the applicant. In addition application forms also ensure to capture information needed to make the selection decision .

5. Disadvantages However one drawback of the application form is that it does not allow the applicant to express himself freely. The candidate may have something he/she would like the employer to know but may not be able to express it on the form. Another disadvantage is that application forms are time consuming and many eligible candidates may not apply for the position since they have already invested their time in perfecting their CV.

6. How to Make an Application Form The best way to make a form is to start from a template that is closest to what you want. Then you only have to modify what's different for your organization. Most templates will have all the common form elements like name, address, job history already on the page. All you have to do is add any fields that are missing or customize it using your own logo and information.

7. Resume A formal summary of an applicant’s professional and educational background. Resume Fraud – lying on their resumes about what experience or education they actually have. Cover Letter - a letter that accompanies a resume or job application. When writing a cover letter, specific information needs to be included: a contact section, a salutation, an introduction to the hiring manager, information on why you are qualified for the job, a closing, and your signature. The way the information is listed and the format depend on how you are sending your letter.

8. Types of Resume Chronological resume Functional resume Mixed resume

9. Chronological Resume A chronological resume is a resume format that prioritizes relevant professional experience and achievements . Chronological resume: For candidates with rich, consistent professional experience . You should use a chronological resume if: You have several years of experience in one career path You have worked for several employers or clients in one industry You have minimal or no gaps between jobs A chronological resume helps employers quickly understand the value of your most recent and relevant work experiences. As employers may only spend a few seconds on each resume, prioritizing the most recent information helps ensures your experience gets seen.

10. Functional Resume A Functional resume is for candidates with several gaps or changes in their career. If you’re a recent college or high school graduate with little or no professional experience, you might consider using a functional or combination resume. A functional resume format is also useful if you have been out of work for a significant amount of time.ps or changes in their career.

11. Mixed Resume A Mixed (combination ) resume is for candidates with a diverse background of experience or when skills and abilities are more relevant than work experience . If you’re changing positions or industries, a combination resume might be a better fit. In this case, a resume that puts more emphasis on your transferable skills and abilities may be more beneficial to potential employers.

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