Business Communication
Business Communication
Leonessa D. Tabios
ldtabios@ama.edu.ph
TOPIC:
Cover Letter
When applying for a job a cover letter should
be sent or posted with your resume.
Your cover letter should be specific to the
position you are applying for, relating your
skills and experience to those noted in the job
posting.
Your cover letter is your first (and best)
chance to make a good impression.
Cover Letter & Resume
Name
Title
Company
Address
Dear [Name],
I have strong skills in … [outline a particular skill set and how it relates to the
specific role you are applying for and why it would make you suitable for the
position. You may include how you have acquired these skills and how you have
applied them in the past.]
I have knowledge of … [outline how your knowledge would assist you to
undertake the duties of the position. You may include how you have acquired this
knowledge and how you have applied it in the past.]
Attached is my curriculum vitae [this should highlight the key skills and
experience mentioned above] which will provide you with an overview of my
experience and skills. I would appreciate the opportunity to provide you with
further information, and can be contacted for an interview on [contact number].
Yours sincerely,
Your Name
Cover Letter & Resume
Résumé
• A résumé is a summary of your experiences and skills
relevant to the field of work you are entering.
• It highlights your accomplishments to show a potential
employer that you are qualified for the work you want.
• Its purpose is to get you an interview.
• Current students, in particular, should consider
including the details of your more important
extracurricular, volunteer and leadership
experiences.
Cover Letter & Resume
Continuation
4. Where appropriate, descriptive category headings can
attract an employer’s attention
5. Leave blank space between the separate sections and
items on your resume.
Cover Letter & Resume
Position Objective
Seeking a development position in a nonprofit organization that will benefit from
strong language skills and ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
Key Competencies
Written and spoken communication skills. Ability to adapt to variety of situations as
experienced by living and travelling abroad. Highly developed organizational skills.
French language fluency; well-versed in French culture. Significant cultural exposure
through extensive travel in Europe and China.
Education
Bachelor of Arts, University of the Philippines, Diliman
Emphasis: French Language with focus in World Business
Graduated cum laude March 2006
Work Experience
Discussion Leader. Community Cultural Center, Shanghai, China
Volunteered weekly to hold conversational English classes. Developed
materials for adults interested in specialized terms for travel and banking.
November 2012 – Present
silvie.m@msn.com +639175695841
Employment Objective
Position as health information management technician utilizing coding
and reimbursement experience and training.
Employment History
Service Crew - McDonalds, SM North Edsa 2010 – 2012
• Greet customers, settle them down and take order
• Process the order, generate bills and answer guest
queries about deal offers and service time
• Clean up the tables after the guests leave and
set them for the next guests
• Pack and serve warm food efficiently, in accordance
with the order
• Help in kitchen or with outdoor delivery where
and when required