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Career

1. Miss.Sivalingam Neruja, Lecturer (Probationary), Department of Management Preparing for Career Chapter 4

2. 01. Types of Career Fields Contents 02. Deciding a career field 03. Job Profile

3. Resume, Bio-data and, CV. Resume RESUME is derived from the French word résumé which means summary. A resume portrays an overview of one’s education, experience, and competencies. A resume is used to apply for a new job/position. A resume should be kept 1 to 2 pages long, precisely best if kept on one page. The resume should be tailored according to the targeted position. In today’s job market resume is a very, very essential tool, your resume can make a whole lot of impression on the potential employer. Most people have the impression that a resume will get them hired but it is wrong. Employers want to know the potential of a person before they decide to see them. A resume is a tool that will get you an interview and potentially the job.

4. Resume, Bio-data and, CV. Resume A resume is just an outline of your qualifications and specific skills it does not require elaboration. Best if kept in bulletins. A good resume should start with a brief candidate profile, a summary of the qualifications, trailed by the areas of expertise, and the professional experience in specific keywords represented in reverse chronological order. It focuses on recent experience and summarizes previous experiences. Professional affiliations, computer skills, and qualifications follow after work experience. List only relevant certifications and skills related to the targeted position. Do not include irrelevant information such as gender, nationality, hobbies, DOB, or father’s name.

5. Resume, Bio-data and, CV. Curriculum Vitae CV is derived from the Latin word Curriculum Vitae which means “course of life”. A CV is more comprehensive than a resume, ranging from 2 to 3 pages. Curriculum vitae typically list all your qualifications, skills, professional affiliations, and experience in chronological order. A CV is used to highlight the general talent of the candidate rather than specific skills for a specific position. CVs talk about your entire career ever since you graduated. So if you have 20 years of experience, your CV will have details of the entire 20 years even if it means a 10 page document.

6. Resume, Bio-data and, CV. Curriculum Vitae A CV exhibits general skills and expertise rather than focusing on particular skills for a particular job. A curriculum vitae contains detailed information relating to your education, professional experience, skills, awards, honors, fellowships, publications, certificates, and much more, unlike the bulletin points in the resume. A CV could be 2 to 3 pages long but depending on the criteria it can be longer. CVs are mostly used by post-secondary institutions i.e , to apply for research positions or other teaching positions.

7. Resume, Bio-data and, CV Biodata A BIO-DATA is an outdated term for Resume or C.V., it is the short form for Biographical Data. Bio-data emphasizes personal information such as date of birth, religion, sex, ethnicity, nationality, residency, marital status, and so on rather than on professional information. Although details of education, work, and other qualifications are included eventually. Bio-data is uncommon in western countries, it is mainly in play among South-Asian countries such as Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. Bio-data has no page limitation, and it can be customized it must contain all your personal information and your salary details mandatorily and it does not really require your education or professional experience details.

8. Resume, Bio-data and, CV

9. Resume, Bio-data and, CV

10. How to Write a CV

11. How to write a good CV for a job step by step? Create a stand-out CV design. After all, you have to stand out from hundreds of applications. Choose one from the three CV formats: reverse-chronological, skills-based, or combination. Divide your CV and organize the sections. Design a header with your personal information. Start with a career summary or objective statement , depending on where you’re with your career. Write an experience section using bullet points with power words and achievements. Indicate your highest degree (together with academic accomplishments if you don’t have much relevant experience). List key skills that correspond to the selection criteria from the job description to match the keywords. Consider additional sections, such as certificates,, hobbies and interests, or volunteering and internships. Attach a cover letter to your application, and you’re all set.

12. Proper order of sections CV Header with Contact Information Personal Profile: CV Objective or CV Summary Work Experience Education Skills Additional Sections

13. Sample CV Format

14. CV Formatting rules

15. What Is a Cover Letter? A cover letter is a document attached to a job application designed to introduce the candidate in a more personal way. It should complement the information from a resume or CV, expanding on the skills and achievements and highlighting a selection of the most relevant accomplishments.

16. What Is the Purpose of a Cover Letter? There are several reasons hiring managers request cover letters, and job applicants should write them. The main reason is that the cover letter can provide additional, more personal information—something difficult to grasp reading a resume. But it also: Makes you stand out from other applicants Expresses your interest in the position Shows your knowledge of the company Presents how your skills and experience can assist the company Proves you understand the needs of the company

17. Cover Letter Broadcast vs. Targeted approach The broadcast cover letter is a simple form of business communication.  Most of the information will be taken from your resume since the purpose of the cover letter is to replace the resume. It is used as an icebreaker and to generate initial interest in an applicant. Many individuals who use the broadcast cover letter do not wish to immediately disclose all of their credentials. The letter often generates a telephone interview, and, hopefully, an in-person meeting for a job opening. If a meeting is scheduled, the employer will request the applicant’s resume, and this can be brought to the meeting.

18. Cover Letter Broadcast vs. Targeted approach If you want to catch an employer's interest and increase your chances of getting the job, use a targeted cover letter. When using this approach, your letters are specifically directed toward the employer's needs. These are the companies you really want to work for, so you must thoroughly research them and match their needs with your qualifications. If you are answering a newspaper advertisement, instead of opening with the standard line "Enclosed you will find," be more original. Go to the library and read the company's annual report, or look for an article written on the company or the industry. Open your letter with a fact that you have uncovered in your research. You will impress the reader with your initiative. The second paragraph should discuss your relevant skills and experience-especially how they match the advertisement. When closing, do not say "I look forward to your response" like everyone else-instead say that you will call in a week to schedule an appointment to meet with them. Following up shows genuine interest. Besides, if they're not going to interview you, it's best to find out quickly and move on.

19. Tips for writing a cover letter Select the Right Type of Cover Letter Go Beyond Your Resume Write a Custom Cover Letter for Every Job Don't Point Out What You're Missing Try to Find a Contact Person Format Your Cover Letter Properly Be Yourself and Show Your Personality Use Cover Letter Examples and Templates Proofread and Edit Your Letter Follow the Instructions in the Job Posting

20. Cover Letter 1 st paragraph – Opening Reason for writing Name of position, career area How you heard of the opening 2 nd paragraph – Body Mention related experience/qualifications Slant to employing organization Why interested in organized, position, location Refer reader to any enclosed materials

21. Cover Letter 3rd paragraph – Closing Request opportunity to visit employer, suggesting possible date/time Indicate when you might follow up Thank reader for considering your application Sincerely, I n c lude sign a ture Type Full Name

22. THANK YOU