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Managerial Communication: Module: 4 The Job application process:
Resume:
A brief account of one's professional or work experience and qualifications, often submitted with an
employment application.
A one to two page formal document that lists a job applicant's work experience, education and skills. A
resume is designed to provide a detailed summary of an applicant's qualifications for a particular job - it is
not usually meant to provide a complete picture. A good resume gives the potential employer enough
information to believe the applicant is worth interviewing. A one-page cover letter, submitted along with the
resume, can provide additional information about the applicant's qualifications.
A resume is typically a requirement when applying for most white collar jobs. Individuals should use their
resumes to highlight specific achievements and emphasize their accomplishments. For example, when
describing past work experience, a good resume will not just run through the applicant's day-to-day job
responsibilities, but will also list specific accomplishments at the job, such as cutting costs or beating sales
goals.
Types of resume:
There are several basic types of resumes used to apply for job openings. Depending on your personal
circumstances, choose a chronological, a functional, combination, or a targeted resume.
Chronological Resume:
A chronological resume starts by listing your work history, with the most recent position listed first. Your
jobs are listed in reverse chronological order with your current, or most recent job, first. Employers typically
prefer this type of resume because it's easy to see what jobs you have held and when you have worked at
them.
This type of resume works well for job seekers with a strong, solid work history.
 What is it - Chronological resumes are the most commonly used format. They list work history in
chronological order, starting with your most recent job down to your earliest. This resume is
preferred by most employers because it provides a quick snapshot of work history, with most recent
positions up front.

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 Who should use - If you have a solid work history, your experience is aligned with the job you are
applying to, and you have no lapses between employment, use this format
Functional Resume:
A functional resume focuses on your skills and experience, rather than on your chronological work history.
It is used most often by people who are changing careers or who have gaps in their employment history.
 What is it - Unlike chronological resumes, functional resumes focus on your skills and experience
first. This type of resume de-emphasizes the dates in which you have worked. Employment history is
secondary, and is listed under the details of your skills.
 Who should use - If you have lapses in employment, are in the middle of a career transition, are a
recent college grad with limited work experience, or have a diverse background with no clear career
path, this is the most effective type of resume.
Combination Resume:
A combination resume lists your skills and experience first. Your employment history is listed next. With
this type of resume you can highlight the skills you have that are relevant to the job you are applying for,
and also provide the chronological work history that employers prefer.
 What is it - Combination resumes let you detail both your skills and experience, while also backing
this up with a chronological listing of work history. Flexible in nature, the combination resume lets
you tailor to the prospective job opening and tell hiring managers a story.
 Who should use - Use this resume if you want to detail work experience to show hiring managers
the type of employee you are.
Targeted Resume:

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A targeted resume is a resume that is customized so that it specifically highlights the experience and skills
you have that are relevant to the job you are applying for. It definitely takes more work to write a targeted
resume than to just click to apply with your existing resume. However, it's well worth the effort, especially
when applying for jobs that are a perfect match for your qualifications and experience.
 What is it - Targeted resumes are customized in detail to the prospective job you are seeking.
Everything from your objective, your qualifications to educational experience mirrors the job
requirements.
 Who should use - These resumes are the most time-consuming, but can generate the best results as
the qualifications and experience you outline mirror the prospective job opening closely. Be careful,
however When you develop a targeted resume you need to be as accurate as possible and not
embellish career highlights simply to mirror the job.
Resume With Profile:
A resume with a profile section includes a summary of an applicant’s skills, experiences and goals as they
relate to a specific job.
Targeted Resume:
A targeted resume is a resume that is customized so that it specifically highlights the experience and skills
you have that are relevant to the job you are applying for. It definitely takes more work to write a targeted
resume than to just click to apply with your existing resume. However, it's well worth the effort, especially
when applying for jobs that are a perfect match for your qualifications and experience.
Mini Resume:
A mini resume contains a brief summary of your career highlights qualifications. It can be used for
networking purposes or shared upon request from a prospective employer or reference writer who may want
an overview of your accomplishments, rather than a full length resume.
Nontraditional Resume:
A nontraditional resume is a web-based version of your resume that may include photos, graphics, images,
graphs and other visuals.

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Cover letter to resume:

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