The document provides information on what a curriculum vitae (CV) is and how to format an effective CV. It defines a CV as an itemized list of one's education, publications, accomplishments, projects, awards, experiences and defines the typical sections of a CV including personal information, qualifications, skills, references, objectives and work experience. It provides guidance on how to effectively format and populate each section of a CV to highlight relevant experience and qualifications for a target job.

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3. What is curriculum vitae?
A CV – or Curriculum Vitae – is an
itemized list of a person’s entire
education, publications,
accomplishments, notable projects,
awards, honors, achievements, and
professional experiences
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4. Format of a CV
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Personal Information
Qualifications
Skills
References
Objective/Personal Statement
Professional Experience

5. 01: Personal Information

6. 01: Personal Information
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Full Name
Use your full legal name - nicknames aren’t
professional
Contact Details
Include phone and email, and make sure your
email address is professional.
Headshot
A professional headshot can help personalize
your CV and make it stand out.
Summary
Include a brief statement summarizing your
background and what you bring to the table

7. 02: Personal Statement

8. 02: Personal Statement
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A well-crafted statement can help focus your job search and
highlight your strengths. Keep it concise and tailored to the
job at hand.
Focus on the Job
Tailor your statement to the job you're applying to and
emphasize how you can contribute value to the employer.
Highlight Strengths
Focus on your key strengths and be specific why you're the
right fit for the job.
Be Personable
Your statement should be professional, but don't forget to
add a touch of personality that makes you stand out.
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03:Professional Experience

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03: Professional Experience
 Start with Your Latest Job
List your work experience in reverse
chronological order, starting with your most
recent job.
 Focus on Achievements
Include specific examples of your
achievements and how they added value, such
as increased sales or efficiency.

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03: Professional Experience
 Include Relevant Details
Don't just list your job duties; include relevant
details such as company size, projects worked
on, and software or tools used.
 Use Action Words
Start each bullet point with a strong action
verb to describe your experience and
accomplishments

12. 04:Qualifications

13. 04:Qualifications
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Academic Qualifications
List your academic qualifications in reverse
chronological order, starting with your highest
degree. Include the institution, degree, major,
and date of graduation.
Certifications & Training
Include any relevant certifications or training
courses, indicating the institution, course name,
and date of completion.
Language Proficiency
List any languages you can speak or write, and
your level of proficiency in each.

14. 05:Skills

15. 05:Skills
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Hard Skills
List technical skills relevant to your industry,
like software programs, coding languages, or
design tools.
Soft Skills
Include transferable skills such as
communication, teamwork, and problem-
solving, with specific examples.
Industry-Specific Skills
Highlight any skills specific to your industry,
such as experience with regulations or
standards.

16. Format of a CV
06:Reference

17. 05:Reference
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Generally, you should include at least two
references on your CV, but check the job posting to
see if they specify a number.
Contact Information
Include the name, job title, company, email and
phone number of your reference, as well as their
relationship to you.
Ask Permission First
Before including someone as a reference on your
CV, ask for their consent and make sure they're
willing to provide a positive recommendation.

18. Final Thoughts
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Keep it Concise
Avoid long paragraphs and unnecessary details.
Keep your CV concise and focus on the most
important information.
Know your Audience
Make sure your CV highlights what's most
important for the job you want.
Proofread Carefully
Read your CV carefully, looking for spelling and
grammar errors, and ask someone else to
proofread it as well

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Sample of CV