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November 12, 2019 at 9:21 am #24831
shivang99
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    An ideal CV would include following things and these must also be your priorities while preparing yourself for the job-

    1. Technical Skills- This refers to strong knowledge of papers and topics.

    2. IT/ Computer Skills – This includes proficiency in languages and tools. Excel, VBA, R, Python, SQL, Ms Access.

    Excel and VBA are a must according to me. R is a compulsion as per the curriculum. So you must have proficient knowledge of these. Learn one tool at a time properly and then jump to another

    3. Communication Skills and Extra Curriculars – This includes involvement in college societies, sports or something else relevant which shows your communication skills, ability to work with team, leadership skills etc.

    Also the CV must be well organised and must look neat and presentable. It must not look too empty neither it must have details irrelevant to the job. For example, a certificate in arts would be irrelevant for an actuarial job. Always tweak your CV according to the profile you are applying for.

    A nice cover letter also goes a long way in making an impression on the recruiters.

    It is great if you add a little detail while writing about your skills or something which supports your proficiency in that. For example, proficient knowledge of advance excel- completed a such such project using Excel.

    PS- Even I am a student and not a working professional. So all of it is what I have learnt and hence some of the things may not be accurate. It would always be better if a recruiter himself or a working professional advises you on the matter.

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