Interview skills and Resume Writing

How can I best prepare for a job search and ensure I remain a competitive candidate?

Discover why resumes, cover letters, and interviews are important tools in your job search.

Whether you already have a successful career and are looking to move forward, whether you’re looking to change careers, whether you’re starting out in the world of work, or whether you’re coming back into the world of work after some time away – if you believe in working for more than a paycheck, then this specialization will help you. The core courses cover preparing for a successful job search, including self research and research of the job market and industries of interest; strengthening your interview skills by recognizing what hiring managers are looking for and taking steps to prepare for the types of tough questions today’s premier companies use; and preparing a resume, cover letter and supporting business documents. The capstone will allow you to apply the skills you learn in this specialization to your own job search.

In this course, you will learn how to:

Create an effective, tailored resume and cover letter.

Prepare for an interview and make a strong impression.

Conduct a self-assessment which can be used to generate personal and professional insights.