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

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

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:

  1. How to find your ideal vacancy
  2. How to construct a resume/CV targeted for your dream vacancy
  3. How to compose a cover letter that makes a connection
  4. 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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