A curriculum vitae is typically longer than a resume at minimum 2 pages, includes educational background and academic experience like teaching, research, publications and awards, and is chronologically ordered. A resume is 1-2 pages, focuses on skills, experience and education, does not need to be in chronological order, and does not require references. While a CV is preferred for academic positions in places like the UK, Europe and Asia, a resume is more suitable for non-academic jobs in places like the US, Canada and focuses on selling qualifications for a particular interview or job.