Offered by: Saylor Academy

Course Level 1: Beginner

Estimated Study Time: 10-12 hours

A resume is a brief written account of personal, educational, and professional qualifications and experience that you prepare as part of your application materials for a prospective job. To ensure that your resume is read by the recipient, you will need a cover letter that markets your unique qualifications for the specified job description.

Table of Contents

Unit 1: An Introduction to the Resume
1.1: The Purpose of a Resume
1.2: Types of Resumes
1.3: What is a CV?

Unit 2: The Key Components of a Resume and Cover Letter
2.1: Anatomy of a Resume
2.2: Cover Letters
2.3: What is a Portfolio?

Unit 3: Bolstering Your Resume and Cover Letter
3.1: Polishing Your Resume and Cover Letter
3.2: Targeting Your Job Search and Resume
3.3: Going Online with Your Resume