Building Careers and Writing Résumés
Material: folder Week 11
1.) Topic 11: Building Careers and Writing Résumés: Please read the GulfNews article (Revealed: Why UAE recruiters trash your CV) enclosed and list some (at least 5) do’s and don’ts of CV/Resume writing (1 Point)
2.) Topic 12: Applying and Interviewing for Employment: Read this unsuccessful cover letter and rewrite it in such a way that it follows the AIDA model of persuasive writing. (1 Point)
Unsuccessful Cover Message/Letter
Dear Mr Stark,
This is to apply for a position in marketing with your company.
At present, I am completing my studies in marketing at Wilmont University and will graduate with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with an emphasis in human resource management this May. I have taken all the courses in marketing available to me as well as other helpful courses such as statistics, organizational psychology, and ecommerce.
I have had good working experience as a host and food server, a sales associate, and a HR intern. Please see details on...