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Writing Winning Resumes and Cover Letters
  • Level Professional
  • Duration 13 hours
  • Course by University of Maryland, College Park
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About

How can you bring your resume to the top of the pile? How can you present yourself to prospective employers using the language they already speak inside their organization? This course will give you answers to those questions. You will learn how to convert a boring resume into a dynamic asset statement that conveys your talents in the language that an employer understands. After completing this course, you will be able to: 1. Identify the real purpose of a resume. 2. Identify relevant competencies for a position. 3. Adapt your resumes to Applicant Tracking Systems (resume screening software). 4. Write powerful and convincing accomplishment statements using your accomplishments inventory to strategically assemble the most relevant evidence of competency for a specific position. 5. Use the resume skills tier method to strengthen your resume. 6. Write summary sections and objective statements aligned to a job position. 7. Take advantage of web resources to find power language for your resume. 8. Produce a strong resume in a format that is suitable both to your background and the position you're interested in. 9. Produce strong cover letters that use A.I.D.A. to help you achieve your career goals. 10. Produce effective follow-up letters that help you stand out from the competition.

Modules

The Real Purpose of a Resume

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  • The Real Purpose of a Resume

Focusing Your Resume

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Concept Quiz

1 Videos

  • Focusing Your Resume

Identifying Relevant Competencies

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Concept Quiz

1 Videos

  • Identifying Relevant Competencies

1 Readings

  • Lists of Competencies

Understanding 21st Century Competencies

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    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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  • Discuss Competencies

1 Videos

  • Understanding 21st Century Competencies

1 Readings

  • Competency Readings

Gathering Your Materials to Write

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • 20 Questions

1 Videos

  • Gathering Your Materials to Write

2 Readings

  • 20 Questions
  • Background Resources

Understanding Applicant Tracking Systems

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Understanding Applicant Tracking Systems

Writing Strong Accomplishment Statements

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Concept Quiz

1 Videos

  • Writing Strong Accomplishment Statements

1 Readings

  • Example Accomplishment Statements

Using the Resume Skills Tier Method

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Using the Resume Skills Tier Method

1 Readings

  • Example Resume Tier Method Statements

Writing Summary Sections

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    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Writing Summary Sections

1 Readings

  • Example Resume Summary Statements

Writing Objectives

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    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Concept Quiz

1 Videos

  • Writing Objectives

Finding the Right Words

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    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Finding the Right Words

1 Readings

  • Action Word Resources

Using the Resume Dictionary and COCA

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  • Using the Resume Dictionary and COCA

Assess Your Accomplishment Statements

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Writing Accomplishment Statements

1 Readings

  • Lists of Competencies

The Most Popular Resume Format

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  • The Most Popular Resume Format

Other Popular Resume Formats

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  • Other Popular Resume Formats

Assess Your Understanding

    • 1 Readings
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  • Concept Quiz

1 Readings

  • Example Resume Formats

Two Special Resume Formats

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  • Two Special Resume Formats

Other Special Resume Formats

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  • Other Special Resume Formats

1 Readings

  • Federal Resume Formats

Assess Your Understanding

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  • Concept Quiz

Electronic, Scannable and Internal Resumes

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  • Electronic, Scannable and Internal Resumes

What You Should Never Put on a Resume

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  • What You Should Never Put on a Resume

Assess Your Understanding

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1 Assignment

  • Concept Quiz

Powerhouse Cover Letters

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  • Powerhouse Cover Letters

Constructing the Letter

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Assignment

  • Concept Review

1 Videos

  • Constructing the Letter

1 Readings

  • Example Cover Letter

Creating a Sense of Urgency

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  • Creating a Sense of Urgency

Cover Letter Practice

    • 1 PeerReview
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  • Write a Cover Letter

The Follow-Up Letter

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  • The Follow-Up Letter

Assess Your Understanding

    • 1 Assignment
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  • Concept Quiz

Auto Summary

Elevate your job application game with the "Writing Winning Resumes and Cover Letters" course, designed to transform your resume into a compelling narrative that resonates with employers. This Personal Development course, offered by Coursera, equips you with the skills to make your resume stand out in today’s competitive job market. Guided by expert instruction, you'll learn to craft dynamic asset statements that clearly communicate your talents and competencies in a language that employers recognize. The course covers everything from adapting resumes for Applicant Tracking Systems to writing powerful accomplishment statements and creating effective summaries and objective sections. In just 780 minutes, you'll master the art of producing strong resumes and cover letters tailored to your desired positions. The curriculum also includes strategies for follow-up letters that ensure you remain memorable to potential employers. Subscription options include Starter, Professional, and Paid plans, making it accessible for various commitment levels. This course is ideal for professionals looking to refine their job application materials and achieve their career goals. Enroll now and take a significant step towards landing your dream job.

Charles Duquette
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Charles Duquette