Technical EnglishTE2191

Name: MOHAMMAD AIZAT BIN ROSLI

Student ID: 12223145
Course: TKP 1A

Week 3 Task: Resume and Curriculum Vitae

TASK: Answer all the given question below.

1. What are the differences between a resume and a curriculum vitae?

Resume Curriculum Vitae

Definition: A resume (or résumé, from Definition: Curriculum Vitae (CV) is Latin
French) means “to sum up”. for “course of life”

Purpose: To provide recruiters with a Purpose: Used for academic

brief overview applications: academic jobs,
of the candidate’s work grants, research
history. fellowships, etc.

Length: Around 1 to 2 Length: Two- or three-page long but

pages long. can just as well be laid out
over 10+
pages, if necessary.

Score: _ / 6

2. What should you include in a resume?

i. Contact information including job title

ii. Resume summary or resume objective

iii. Work experience

iv. Education

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v. Skills

vi. Additional sections* (Awards, courses, publications, licenses

or certifications, interests, etc.)

Score: _ / 6

3. List down the 9 steps for writing a resume:

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Step 1:

Choose the right resume format.

Step 2

Add your contact information and personal details.

Step 3

Start with a heading statement (resume summary/objective)

Step 4

List your relevant work experience / key achievements

Step 5

List your education qualification

Step 6

State any relevant skills that fit the job ad.

Step 7

Include additional important resume sections.

Step 8

Compliment your resume with a cover letter.

Step 9
Always proofread, save and email your resume the right

Score: _ / 9