How to write cv by Mohamed Farah
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The document provides instructions on how to write a curriculum vitae (CV), outlining the important sections to include such as objectives, education, work experience, research experience, honors and activities, and references. It explains the two main types of CVs as chronological, which lists experience in reverse date order, and functional, which focuses on skills. Tips are provided for what information to include in each section to effectively market qualifications and experience to potential employers.
How to write cv by Mohamed Farah
- 1. How to Write Curriculum Vitae Presented by: Mohamed Hersi Farah Block 49, Arkewt, Khartoum Sudan asqalaani89@gmail.com Tell: +249901817294 M.Sc. Pharmaceutical analysis and Quality Control University of Medical Science and Technology
- 2. By the end of the session you will be able to: 1. Introduction 1.1 Important of Curriculum Vitae 2. Main types of Curriculum Vitae 2.1 Chronological of Curriculum Vitae 2.2 functional of Curriculum Vitae 2.3 Functional Types 3. Sections of Curriculum Vitae Aims and Objectives
- 3. Curriculum vitae (CV) means “ course of life” in Latin. A CV is a written description of your work experience, educational background and skills. A CV is a typically a “living document” which will reflect the developments in a professional‟s career. How you present your skills, achievements and ambitions in a CV (curriculum vitae) are key, so it‟s important to choose the right format for the job you are applying for your circumstances. 1. Introduction
- 4. A curriculum vitae(CV) provides and overview of person‟s experience and other qualifications It is typically used to screen applicants, often followed by an interview. An outline of a person‟s educational and professional history. A CV is the most flexible and convenient way to make applications. It is an application form that is designed to bring out the essential information and personal qualities that the employer requires. Introduction cont….
- 5. CV will give chance to evaluate yourself CVs are mostly used to screen candidates for interview CVs are the first introducer to the interviewer and explains your complete background 1.1 Important of curriculum vitae
- 6. 1. Chronological CV (or traditional)– Education and Training is given importance. The latest qualification comes first – reverse order 2. Functional / Skill based CV- CVs are created with concentrate on skills and responsibilities or experiences. Usually meant for experienced persons. 2. Main types of curriculum vitae
- 7. A Chronological CV which is also sometimes know as a performance cv is a effective way of marketing yourself to potential employers because it highlight your career progression and promotions with your most recent job list first. 2.1 Chronological CV
- 8. Chronological CV Reverence chronological order Widely used for corporate sector Mainly used by individuals with: Solid work history Few or no gaps between jobs
- 9. Advantages: Your job titles and the organization you have worked for are clearly shown. Your career is „shown cased‟ and the progression can be easily followed by the recruiter/employer. Your last job/school will be at the top of your chronological resume. As long as this is something you want your employer to see, a chronological resume is the right choice. Disadvantages: Frequent job change are clearly visible Gaps in your career are clearly visible 2.1.1 Advantage and disadvantage of Chronological CV
- 10. 2.2 Functional CV A functional CV is skill based and is written, focused and placed more emphasis on showing your experience, knowledge and expertise. It is developed and organized by your individual skills rather than your previous job titles. Focuses on the skill set of individual. Mainly used by individuals: With significant gaps in employment A mixed employment background Very short work history
- 11. Advantages: Shown skills that would be hard to see in a chronological cv If you have a irregular career this format will make more sense of things‟. New graduates can use this format to highlight their skills rather than their experience. Useful when changing career Disadvantages: Some employers find the functional cv difficult to interpret and are more interested in the actual organizations you have worked for and the position you have hld. Employers need this information to determine the level of responsibility that previously had. Leaving out dates and jobs titles can raise suspicion about your job history 2.2.1 Advantage and disadvantage of functional cv
- 12. 1. Academic: Used for academic applications (graduate student applications, scholarship applications) Usually more detailed Focuses mainly on academic achievements Relevant project and course mentioned 2. Corporate: Used for getting jobs Specific to the needs of the employer Focus mainly on work experience and relevant academic affiliations 2.3 Functional Types
- 13. 1. Header 2. Objective 3. Education 4. Honors/activities 5. Work experience 6. Research/ experience/ projects 7. References 3. Sections of curriculum vitae
- 14. 1. Name: Must be the first line of resume Bold Larger than the largest font used in body 1. Address: Current address preferable 1. Email address: Use professional email address preferably with name 1. Phone number: Preferably use both home and cell phone numbers 3.1 Header section
- 15. Optional but highly recommended Statement must be clear, concise and to the point Bad: “ I want to get a job” Weak: “ to attain an internship in livestock industry.” Good: “ to attain an internship in the livestock industry with detailed insight into genomic and bioinformatics.” Avoid being over specific Target the company‟s perspective 3.2 Objective section
- 16. Education qualifications from highest to lowest Do not use high school details once you have graduated Must include years in schools 3.3 Education section
- 17. Experience should be listed in reverse chorological order. Position title, organization name, city, state/province, dates employer ( include months unless this shows big gaps of unemployment) Describes specific roles in bullets 3.4 Work experience section
- 18. Focus on relevant research experience Must include graduate levels research In reverse chronological order 3.5 Research experience section
- 19. This section should scream “I am a leader” Must contain all academic and professional awards May include extra-curricular awards Include a brief description if not self- evident from title Don‟t include hobbies or activities not related to the job or your story Good to include leadership positions 3.6 Honors/Activities Section
- 20. One of the most crucial things Follow the requirement If not mentioned, then “on request/demand” Ask referees beforehand Use the best ones 3.7 References
- 21. Professional Certificates/Licenses Specialized Experience Publications/Theses Additional Training/Assistantships Membership/Affiliations Volunteer Experience/Community Service Language Or Computer Skills Continuing Education Additional sections