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Curriculum Vitae

The document discusses curriculum vitae (CV), which is a longer, more detailed synopsis than a resume that includes educational background, experience, publications, awards, and affiliations. It explains that in the UK, a CV is usually one to two pages and summarizes employment history and qualifications, while in the US and Canada, CVs in academia and medical fields are more comprehensive, including every job term. The European Union developed a standardized Europass CV format to ease skilled migration between member countries. Some companies also use their own application forms instead of or in addition to a CV. The key is to have a clear, concise and up-to-date CV that highlights your relevant qualifications and experience for the position.

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Curriculum Vitae

The document discusses curriculum vitae (CV), which is a longer, more detailed synopsis than a resume that includes educational background, experience, publications, awards, and affiliations. It explains that in the UK, a CV is usually one to two pages and summarizes employment history and qualifications, while in the US and Canada, CVs in academia and medical fields are more comprehensive, including every job term. The European Union developed a standardized Europass CV format to ease skilled migration between member countries. Some companies also use their own application forms instead of or in addition to a CV. The key is to have a clear, concise and up-to-date CV that highlights your relevant qualifications and experience for the position.

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Curriculum vitae A curriculum vitae (CV) provides an overview of a person's experience and other qualifications.

Etymology and spellings Curriculum vitae, is a Latin expression which can be loosely translated as [the] course of [my] life. In current usage, curriculum is less marked as a foreign loanword. The plural of curriculum vitae, in Latin, is formed following Latin rules of grammar as curricula vitae (meaning "courses of life") not curriculum vita (which is grammatically incorrect) and not curricula vitarum.[1] The form vitae is the singular genitive of vita and is translated as "of life". Nevertheless, in English, the plural of the full expression curriculum vitae is seldom used; the plural of curriculum on its own is usually written as "curricula",[2] rather than the traditional curriculums.[3] Use In the United Kingdom, a CV is short (usually a maximum of 2 sides of A4 paper), and therefore contains only a summary of the job seeker's employment history, qualifications and some personal information. It is often updated to change the emphasis of the information according to the particular position for which the job seeker is applying.[4] Many CVs contain keywords that potential employers might pick up on and display the content in the most flattering manner, brushing over information like poor grades.[4] A CV can also be extended to include an extra page for the job-seeker's publications if these are important for the job. In the United States and Canada, a CV is used in academic circles and medical careers as a "replacement" for a rsum and is far more comprehensive; the term rsum is used for most recruitment campaigns. A CV elaborates on education to a greater degree than a rsum and is expected to include a comprehensive listing of professional history including every term of employment, academic credential, publication, contribution or significant achievement. In certain professions, it may even include samples of the person's work and may run to many pages. Many executives and professionals choose to use short CVs that highlight the focus of their lives and not necessarily their employment or education. The European Union developed a standardised CV format known as Europass, based on a Decision (adopted in 2004 by the European Parliament and European Commission) and promoted by the EU to ease skilled migration between member countries. To date (July 2012), more than 20 million CV have been completed online. The Europass CV system is meant to be just as helpful to employers and education providers as it is to students and job seekers. It was designed to help them understand what people changing between the countries have to offer, whilst overcoming linguistic barriers. Some companies produce their own application form which must be completed in applying for any position. Of those, some prefer not to receive a CV at all, but some also allow applicants to attach a CV in support of the application. These companies prefer to process applications this way so they can standardize the information they receive, since CVs are written in many different styles. A CV on its own, therefore, may not give a company all the information it needs at the application stage. ----------------------A curriculum vitae, commonly referred to as CV, is a longer (two or more pages), more detailed synopsis than a resume. It includes a summary of your educational and academic background, as

well as teaching and research experience, publications, presentations, awards, honors, affiliations, and other details. Review samples CVs (below) and also review this advice on how to write a curriculum vitae. Your CV should be clear, concise, complete, and up-to-date with current employment and educational information. ---------------------------------YOUR CV IS YOUR LOGO AND COMPANY PROFILE OF YOUR PERSONAL BRAND! Is your CV getting shortlisted when you apply for jobs??? If you are looking for a job, then it is very important that you understand how to offer yourself in the best way to an employer. In order to do so you need a professionally written CV (Curriculum Vitae) Companies receive hundreds of CV/resumes for one job opening. However, only few are short listed for the interview. This short listing is done on the basis of your resume. On an average a CV will receive no more than 30 seconds initial consideration. So you only have 30 seconds to make an impact. To get someone to look at it longer, it must quickly convey your capabilities, competence and 'essence'. We understand the difference between the scope of the resume of a Through Professional and that of a rookie. With years of experience behind you, your resume should focus on your strategic capabilities & your business acumen. It should document how your presence had been valuable in driving the organization up the corporate success. If you are applying for immigration, your CV is very crucial. You may have acquired your skills over the years from great institutions and companies however they may not be clearly understood from an inadequate CV. This can lead to rejection and a halt to your ambitions. So no matter where you are located, allow our professional CV writers to compliment your seniority and vast experience with an equally distinguished resume.

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