CV, Interview Techniques & PDP Masterclass

CV, Interview Techniques & PDP Masterclass

What Is a CV?

A curriculum vitae (CV) is a document that gives a summary of job seekers past and current career history, academic qualifications, CPD. The phrase ‘curriculum vitae’ is Latin for ‘the story of your life’. CVs are valuable and important for this reason alone it should be carefully thought out, designed and written so that it makes an immediate positive impact on key decision-makers. Your CV should have:

• Your personal and professional values,

• Summary of who you are,

• Chronology of work experience,

• Clearly show those strengths and experiences that are most relevant to the job you are applying for

• What inspires you

• How you would fit into the company/organisation.

What Should a CV Include?

• Personal summary / Career objective

• Career history

• Academic qualifications

• References

• Areas of expertise

Apart From Applying For Jobs, a CV Is Also Useful For

• Your experience and achievements

• Areas of development and strengths

• Target and goals

• Setting the agenda for any future interviews.