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PROFESSIONAL RESUME WRITING. LET’S START…. A resume is a factual representation of your skills, abilities, background Your resume should highlight any of your qualifications/skills related to job openings Chronological resumes are preferred by most Employers - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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utsa.edu/[email protected]
210-458-4589
Lauren Hoffmann & Veronica RodriguezCareer Counselors – College of Business
Resume Prep – MGT 3003
What is the purpose of a resume?
A Resume:
Is a fact-based, official documentWhat you have/are accomplishing, not what you “plan to”
Should highlight qualifications related to the job
Chronological, functional, combination
Remember: gets a 10 second review by a recruiter
Font styles - Times New Roman, Garamond, Arial
Font sizes between 10-12 (Name can be 16)
Margins @ 0.8 - 1.0”
CAPS, bolding, underlining, italics, bullets
Print on cotton-bond resume paper
One page; significant exp. – two page max
Resume Basics:
Include keywords found in job openings
Use short phrases beginning with action words
Make sure grammar/spelling are correct
Do:
Make your resume tailored for the position
Have a separate .doc for references
Stop by the Career Center for a resume review
Do:
Me, my or I
Periods
Acronyms
Graphics, photos, personal information
Avoid:
QUESTIONS about what’s been covered so far?
HEADING CAREER OBJECTIVE SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION (Work) EXPERIENCE ACTIVITIES AND HONORS ADDITIONAL SKILLS
CSPD Resume Template Sections
FIRST AND LAST NAMELocal Address, City, State Zip Code (optional)
Phone Number Email Addresshttps://www.linkedin.com/profile/view
HEADING
Is it necessary? Yes No Objective should be employer-centered
Remember, do not use I, me, or my
Career Objective
◦I am seeking a position with a progressive, stable organization where I can use my skills to grow and seek opportunities for my personal and professional advancement
◦Seeking the Business Development Account Manager position with Worldwide Express
◦To obtain a Summer 2015 internship in the Accounting Department’s Internship Program to gain professional skills and support USAA’s mission and goals.
Career Objective *Which is correct?
Identify at least 3 skills that show the employer you are qualified Use relevant keywords that mirror job description
Examples:• Over four years experience performing
various accounting procedures• Excellent customer service skills with
the ability to interact with a wide range of personality styles
Summary of Qualifications
QUESTIONS about what’s been covered so far?
The University of Texas at San AntonioBachelor of Business Administration in (major) Expected Graduation: May
2016
Cumulative or Major GPA: 3.39 (Do NOT round up or use if below 3.0)Relevant Coursework (List only your upper-level major courses)
• Organizational Theory • Managing Human Relations • Management Science • Principles of Marketing
* Omit high school in your education section if you have completed more than one year of college
Education
Immersion Program/Study Abroad, degrees:
Study Abroad – University of Madrid - Madrid, Spain Summer 2013
Traveled throughout Spain, observed culture and enhanced language skills; Immersed in language and culture of the society
Northwest Vista College, San Antonio, TXAssociate of Arts in General Business May 2011
Education – what else?
Use bulleted phrases with action verbs?
Include accomplishments in bullet points?
Add specific stats/numbers that describe my contributions?
Include special assignments/training that help me stand out?
EXPERIENCE – Yes or No?
Some good examples:• Selected by Management to train 6 new employees
on corporate policy and procedure• Promoted to Shift Manager after 4 months of service• Accurately balanced $10,000 cash drawer daily
Some “so-so” examples:
• Provided assistance to vendors/visitors• Excellent interpersonal and communication with customers.
EXPERIENCE
QUESTIONS about what’s been covered so far?
Include student organizations, volunteer activities, scholarships and academic achievements.
Make sure to list positions of responsibility; include title, name of organization, and dates.
Examples: • President, Business Student Council, UTSA Fall 2014• McDermott Scholarship, UTSA Fall 2013, Fall 2014• Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity Fall 2012
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
foreign languages skills, additional software, certifications or training programs
Examples:
• Fluent in Portuguese; conversational in French
• Proficient with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Access
• CPR and First Aid Certification, valid through August 2014
• Familiar with C++ and Java
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
QUESTIONS about what’s been covered so far?
Non-CAP Students:University Career Center – UC 2.02.04Walk-In’s every weekday, 1:00pm-4:00pmBring the Resume Review Confirmation Form
CAP Students:CSPDCAP Orientation = resume review credit
(Getting Credit for) Resume Reviews
QUESTIONS about this presentation?