English@Work: Create Professional CVs
Create standout CVs with expert tips on selecting content, formatting, and powerful language to highlight your professional achievements effectively.
Create standout CVs with expert tips on selecting content, formatting, and powerful language to highlight your professional achievements effectively.
Master the art of CV creation with this comprehensive course from HKPolyUx. You'll learn directly from industry professionals about crafting clear, creative CVs that capture attention. The course covers essential aspects from content selection and formatting to choosing appropriate referees. Through interactive activities and peer assessments, you'll learn to use positive action verbs and HR buzzwords effectively, making your CV more impactful. By the end, you'll be equipped with the skills to create professionally formatted CVs that highlight your strengths and increase your chances of landing interviews.
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What you'll learn
Design creative and visually attractive CVs that stand out
Improve CV content to increase hiring chances
Select suitable referees for your CV
Use positive action verbs effectively in professional descriptions
Master HR buzzwords to enhance CV impact
Create clear and professional CV formatting
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
PreRecorded video
Assessment CV Grading, Peer-Assessment
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
Limited Access access
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There are 6 modules in this course
This comprehensive CV writing course teaches you how to create compelling CVs that catch employers' attention. The curriculum covers essential aspects of CV creation, from designing visually attractive layouts to selecting appropriate content. You'll learn from industry professionals about what recruiters look for, how to effectively showcase your experience using powerful language, and how to choose suitable referees. The course includes practical tips on using positive action verbs and HR buzzwords to make your CV more impactful. Through interactive activities and peer assessments, you'll develop the skills to create professional CVs that stand out in the job market.
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Module 1
What Catches the Interviewer's Eye
Module 2
Referees
Module 3
Positive Action Verbs
Module 4
HR Buzzwords
Module 5
Assessment
Module 6
Fee Structure
Instructors
Educational Leader Advancing Teaching Innovation and Quality Assurance
Adam Forrester serves as Assistant Dean in the Faculty of Humanities and Senior Teaching Fellow at the English Language Centre at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. His expertise spans quality assurance, professional development, and educational technology innovation. As Assistant Dean, he works alongside the Dean and Associate Deans in faculty leadership, while maintaining significant responsibilities at the English Language Centre where he oversees quality assurance and professional development for all credit-bearing subjects. Forrester has led several innovative educational initiatives, including the ELC Open Online Courses and the VR/AR Job interviews project. He directs the major LCR elective ELC2011 and previously led the PolyU team on the HKCPD Hub. His contributions to teaching excellence have been recognized through multiple awards, including a 2022/23 Team Award for Outstanding Performance Achievement. Forrester holds a Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from the University of London and maintains a strong commitment to enhancing teaching and learning through technological innovation and pedagogical development.
Educational Technology Expert Advancing English Language Teaching Innovation
Jessica Xia is a Teaching Fellow at the English Language Centre of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, where she specializes in integrating technology into English language teaching. Based in the Chung Sze Yuen Building, she has developed expertise in Creative Writing, Academic English, and Business Communication courses at the tertiary level. Xia's work focuses on innovative teaching approaches, including the development of online independent learning workshops and self-assessment materials. Her professional interests encompass outcome-based teaching and learning methodologies, psycholinguistics, and addressing individual differences in second language acquisition. As a MOOC creator and curriculum leader, she has contributed to several online courses including "Learning English Through Short Stories" and "Read to Know," demonstrating her commitment to making English language education more accessible through technology. Xia's approach to teaching combines pedagogical innovation with professional development, emphasizing the importance of tailored learning experiences in language education.
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