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Career planning: resume/CV, cover letter, interview (Coursera)

Offered by National Research Tomsk State University,

Do you want a job? A first job or a better job? Your dream job? This course is for you if you want to get a job in any English-speaking country (or in an international company that uses English). After 10+ years helping people in different countries get hired for their dream job, I decided to partner with Coursera to make career success accessible for a worldwide audience. After completing this course, you will know how to stand out from the crowd, how to make a great first impression and how to highlight your strengths.

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Step by step, you will learn:

How to find your ideal vacancy
How to construct a resume/CV targeted for your dream vacancy
How to compose a cover letter that makes a connection
How to strategically prepare for a successful job interview.

The examples and strategies I share with you in this course have already helped people find their dream jobs in top companies.

What You Will Learn

Be aware of trends and opportunities in the international labor market
Learn about the ways of self-presentation in the international labor market
Understand the requirements and approaches to compiling resumes depending on the culture of the country
Be capable of self-presentation in the international labor market with the help of a resume, including strategic language

Course 1 of 5 in the Effective Professional Communication Specialization

Syllabus

WEEK 1: Introduction
WEEK 2: Writing an irresistible resume
WEEK 3: Creating a compelling cover letter
WEEK 4: Strategies for interview success
WEEK 5: Conclusion

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