CV Masterclass: Complete Guide To Writing A Job Winning CV
What you'll learn
- Make your CV stand out even when you have no experience or are currently studying
- How to approach writing and including all the key sections of a CV; skills, work experience, qualifications & more
- Get a downloadable CV template that is taught in the course and you can use straight away
- How to handle pictures and aspects of your CV that showcase your personality
- Positioning yourself as a generalist or a specialist based on your experience and the role you are applying for
- How much you should adjust your CV based on the advertised role requirements
- What hobbies, sporting achievements and other interests are important to include on a CV
- Differences in CVs across various careers such as health, finance, law and others
- How to include volunteering experience, internships and contract work on your CV
- Tools like Novoresume for managing your CV in the cloud and keeping it updated
- Answers to common questions in live Q&A webinars where the instructors present CV tips & techniques
Requirements
- There are no course requirements or pre-requisites
- A CV template is provided in the course for you to create or update your CV
Description
"This course is jam packed with expert advice from talented individuals who really know their craft by the back of their hands. Furthermore, this course is very easily digestible with informative videos in a very user friendly breakdown. Clear, concise and carefully put together. definitely 5 stars" - Semyn R.
"This course really helped a lot I was able to get positive feedback from employers. This course is something I can recommend to someone." - Nicholus M.
"I'm getting the very important information that i wasn't aware of." - Lungani M.
"What incredibly valuable information this course provides. Excellent for anyone who needs to write, update or improve their CV" - Les W.
"This course took me through a personal journey of self discovery and realization which is something I did not expect at all. Thank you!" - Tshumelo M.
"I loved this course, it helped me see different ways I can put my CV to work and make it more effective as well as find areas of improvement." - Murphy Lomboli
"I believe it has been an eye-opener to some of the mistakes one has been unaware of. I can definitely recommend the course to any soon-to-be graduate like myself." - Rethabile Maleke
In this course you will get the benefit from our 40 years of combined experience in recruitment, mentoring, coaching and career progression. Learn exactly what to put in a CV so that you maximise your opportunities in the workplace. Whether you are just starting out in your career or climbing the ladder, a CV is incredibly important to keep up to date and ensure that it best represents your professional value proposition.
You will learn our top tips for writing and improving a CV to get the job or promotion you want. These are proven techniques that brings together Tracey's 20 years of graduate recruiting experience with Peter's 20 years of line management and consulting experience. There are engaging lessons, student Q&A, activities, downloads, PLUS you will submit your updated CV as an assignment and much more. Don't delay, get the CV you want ... today ... when you submit your updated CV as an assignment we will provide feedback on it to help you individually.
This course is engaging, practical and takes you on a powerful journey that supports your individual transformation as a student, or professional at any stage of your career.
Get the following when you enrol:
Engaging lessons that teach you key concepts and build up your confidence so you can apply what you've learnt
A wipeboard lesson that teaches you an overview of the course and your journey of personal transformation to achieve your goal
Activities for each major lesson so you can take action and apply what you have learnt and make sufficient progress
Downloadable worksheets that you can refer to and get the tips and tricks you need for your activities and actions
An assignment at the end of the course that ensures you continue to take action and achieve your goals
Access to Tracey Ashington at any time through the messaging and assignments feature of the platform
Encouragement from other students who are focused on the same goal, just like you
Articles, resources and additional material to maximise your learning experience and ensure you achieve your goal
Enrol today and we look forward to boosting your career with a job-winning CV!
Who this course is for:
- Anyone who wants an amazing CV to drive their career growth and maximise their job opportunities
- Students and newly qualified people keen to ensure their CV gives them the best possible entry into the workplace
- Career professionals with experience in the workplace will also benefit from the tips in this course
Instructors
![Peter Alkema](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 64 64"%3E%3C/svg%3E){kind=avatar}
- 4.4 Instructor Rating
- 14,062 Reviews
- 86,526 Students
- 73 Courses
In my courses you learn practical skills: "I feel like I am in a real classroom." - Kira Minehart
"What an amazing course! After finishing this course, I have confidence. Thank so much Dr Peter Alkema". Or Tulongeni Shilunga: "This is exactly the jump-start I needed. Very clear and concise"
I also help lead digital transformation at FirstRand, the biggest financial services group in Africa. I've been featured on CNBC Africa and won the Gartner CIO Of The Year in 2016. I founded and led the largest banking hackathon in South Africa which was published in 2019 as a case study by Harvard Business School.
I've taught over 17,000 students about business, academics and self-development. In 2020 I completed my PhD at Wits University In Johannesburg. The study introduced a ground-breaking theory of Agile software development teams. My woodworking book was published in 2014 and has sold over 10,000 copies.
Olugbenga Gbadegesin: "Excellent delivery" / Lebogang Tswelapele: "This is what I have been longing for" / Paskalia Ndapandula: "Peter speaks with so much clarity" / Amantle Mangwedi: "It was straight to the point and the sections are cut into nice short segments which made it easier to go through" Kathy Bermudez: "Excellent material. Well organized..."
Werner van Wyk: "Thank you Peter, once again your lesson and course have given me so much knowledge and understanding" / Yvonne Rudolph "I really look forward to take everything i learned in action" / Josephine Mahlangu: "exactly what I needed to know, absolutely valuable and helpful for my personal growth"
- 4.3 Instructor Rating
- 605 Reviews
- 8,565 Students
- 6 Courses
I've spent 20 yrs in recruitment, mostly graduate recruitment, helping fab young people find amazing jobs that kick-start their careers and I love every minute of it.
Whether it’s recruitment, career guidance, help prepping for an interview, building a professional brand, creating a career strategy, where to start as a grad looking for a job or the loads of other hurdles we face in our careers, I can help.
I'm passionate about talent and my perfect day includes career coaching, creating career strategies, professional brand building workshops, CV and interview guidance, mock interviews, salary / benefits negotiations and advising on exit and resignation processes. I conduct workshops and training sessions to share my expertise and help smart people find awesome jobs.
We work hard, we strive to succeed and we want to make a difference. We have the same agenda that is finding a job that makes us happy and a career that makes us proud. I'm not promising to find you a job but I commit to playing a part. Pop me a mail tracey@traceyashington.com