
Module 27 - Résumés
3. Problem: Vague—could apply to teaching, counseling, preaching, or child care.
Solution: Training and Development Officer to help employees improve the interpersonal
and technical skills that their jobs demand.
5. Problem: Vague.
27.11 Writing a Paper Résumé (LO 27-1 to LO 27-3)
You can use this assignment independently or as part of a job package—job listing, letter of
application, and résumé.
Many students are surprised to find out how long it takes to create an effective résumé, even
though it is a factual document and even though they are writing about themselves. Try to spend
Most colleges offer students model résumés; many copy shops also have examples. Kitty and
Steve think most of these examples are ineffective, even if students love them. Check with your
Students can find additional sample résumés at the BCS Website: w ww.mhhe.com/bcs6e. You
27.12 Writing a Scannable Résumé (LO 27-7)
You can use this assignment independently or as part of a job package—job listing, letter of
application, and résumé.
While scannable résumés should be detailed, they should also contain key words that an
electronic scanner will detect. These words can often be found in want ads; alternately, students
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