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Rating a CV
For each of the following questions, give a rating from 1 to 3, where 1 is “no” and 3 “yes” and suggest improvements if any.
Categories for rating No Mostly Yes Suggestions for improvement Applicant’s opinion
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1. Does the CV have an immediate, positive visual Agree Disagree
impact?
2. Is the CV an appropriate length?
3. Does the CV have a logical structure to it with
appropriate headings?
4. Is the language clear, and free of spelling and
grammatical errors?
5. Is the CV relevant to the particular job? Are all
necessary elements included?
6. Does it emphasise what the applicant has to offer?
7. Does it make the most of positive action words?
8. Does it highlight and provide evidence of the
applicant’s relevant skills?
9. Does it stress the applicant’s achievements?
10. Is it easy to extract basic, factual information?
11. Does it omit irrelevant personal details?
12. Does it provide an insight into the applicant’s
personality?
13. Is the CV an effective marketing tool?
Total score: ___39__ out of 39
Decision:The applicant should be invited to a job interview: Yes____ No _____