RESUME 101

On your resume, you don't have to mention your expected salary unless requested by the company (as mentioned in the job advertisement). 

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of these should always be on your resume?

• your phone number and email address

• your favourite TV programme

• your weight

What does CV stand for?

• Curriculum Vitae

• Curriculum Vital

How long should a resume be?

• 5-6 pages

• As long as you can make it

• 1-2 pages

On your resume you should mention any relevant part time jobs you have had. True or false?

• False

• False

It is not necessary to provide References in your resume if you cannot decide yet who your referees are.    Instead you can write: 'Will be available upon request.'

• True

• False

Answer explanation

 It is not a requirement to provide references in resumes as not all jobs/employers require it.

You should include your primary school details in your resume. True or False?

• True

• False

Answer explanation

You should not provide it because primary school education is considered as outdated information. Provide the latest information only where necessary and applicable.)

The following can be mentioned as my skills and strengths EXCEPT:

• Good interpersonal skills

• Able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines

• Computer literate – AutoCAD and MS Office

• Proactive, self-motivated and irresponsible

My personal particulars in a resume should include all of the following EXCEPT:

• Marital Status

• Nationality

• Gender

• Religion

The following are examples of Work Experience that can be stated in a resume EXCEPT:

• Maintaining firefighting equipment

• Helping my dad in his workshop

• Handling customer enquiries and complaints

• Troubleshooting mobile phones