Résumé Writing Basics
Résumé Writing Basics
Transform your resume into a powerful tool that will get you noticed in a competitive job market.
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Getting the attention of a potential employer is difficult in today’s competitive market. Doing so in a digital world is even harder. Making your résumé shine and highlighting your individual skills is certainly an added advantage. In this three-hour workshop, you learn how to transform your résumé into a powerful tool to get noticed. You learn how to personalize your résumé to fit each job you apply to. You also learn how to adapt a résumé for both digital and direct employment opportunities. You leave the workshop with a better understanding of how to craft a strong résumé as well as leave with a strong rough draft that can be used for future employment opportunities.
Winter 2026 Schedule
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Spring 2026 Schedule
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
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