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Developing your resume
A guide for students 
2015 
 
 
The examples provided include general content and information.
Your own resume must be tailored for each specific job application
in a sequence to best showcase your own skills and experience.
 
 
 
WHAT IS A RESUME? Functional/Skills Based Resume 
A resume (or résumé) is a marketing document,  This style of resume should highlight the skills most
approximately three pages long that provides a summary relevant to the current role for which you are applying
of your skills and abilities as observed through:  Organises your Employment History into sub-
Education headings to highlight the most relevant positions,
Work experience (full time, part time & casual, paid & rather than the most recent.
voluntary)  Useful when you are seeking work in a different area
Professional development to that of your most recent employment history.
Extra curricular activities
Online Applications
Leisure interests
Some organisations may require you to submit an online
  application.
A good resume should demonstrate how well your skills
Consider starting the process early – it can take time
and abilities match the requirements of the advertised job.
 Complete responses offline, perhaps in Microsoft
Some Useful Tips for a Good Resume Word, and cut and paste once completed
 Check for spelling and grammatical errors.  Use the spell checker and edit your work
 Presentation and clarity are very important.  Tailor every application to the needs of each
 Be honest; be able to explain/prove everything on organisation. Try to find out how the organisation will
your resume. Remember: your resume is often used search and select applications. Will they use
as the basis for questions in an interview. keyword searches or a backend tool that scores
 Only use abbreviations that are widely understood responses (eg. Distinction results will score higher
(beware of technical jargon). than passes and three years of part-time work will
 Page breaks should not split lists, paragraphs, etc. score higher than one year?)
 
  Warnings
STYLES OF RESUMES Remember also that:
 Forms may only be available whilst the organisation
Reverse Chronological Resume is actively recruiting
 The most common and conservative form of  Some companies only allow applicants a single sitting,
presentation so make sure you have everything ready when you
 Arranges your experience and education in reverse complete the places.
chronological order (from most recent)
 Most suited to graduates for demonstrating growth
and development in the required skills for the
advertised position.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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RESUME EXAMPLE  
First Name Surname
Postal Address
Mobile: Email:
LinkedIn URL:
 

PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
 
If you choose to include ensure that your objective is clear and tailored to the role and employer
 
CAREER SUMMARY
 
Include only if you have significant work history and tailor to the role and employer – highlighting key transferable
skills
 
EDUCATION
 
Start Date – End Date / Current Course Title
Institution
 
Key Study Areas:
 Highlight subjects that are relevant to the role and
employer
 Highlight individual subject grades or averages
depending on what is the most positive
 
Start Date – End Date / Current Course Title
Institution

Key Study Areas:


 List all relevant qualifications in a similar format to
above
 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
 
Start Date – End Date / Current Course Title
Institution
 
INDUSTRY RELATED PROJECTS
 
Start Date – End Date / Current Project Title
Subject
Project Description: Highlight projects such as
internships, capstones, study tours, industry placements
 
Responsibilities
 Highlight the tasks you were responsible for and the
skills gained.
Achievements
Highlight the tasks you were responsible for, the skills
gained and the results obtained.
 
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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
 
Professional Employment
Start Date – End Date / Current Position Title
Employer
Responsibilities
 Details of IBL, vacation work or any other course
related work experience.
 
 First show most recent / relevant / highest level job.
 
 You may need to include some details about the
nature / size etc. of the organisation.
 
 Highlight tasks that are most similar to those that you
will perform in the new role.
 
 Begin description of each responsibility with an action
verb (eg. achieved / assisted / communicated etc.) to
show the transferrable skills.
Achievements
 Provide tangible evidence of achievements and
quantify where possible eg. Increased sales by 5%
 
Additional Employment
Start Date – End Date / Current Position Title
Employer
Responsibilities
 List any additional employment you may have had -
highlighting key transferrable skills gained.
 
 Roles may include part time customer service
positions. Include positions that aren’t directly relevant
to the job you are applying for but are still important in
the development of skills.
 
 Keep the format consistent.
 
Achievements
Only list achievements if they are relevant to the role and
reflect valid achievements – don’t feel you have to list them
for every role.
 

SKILLS SUMMARY
 
Skill Sub-heading
 Example of where and when you have demonstrated that you possess this skill.
 
 Choose examples from university, employment, extracurricular activities etc.
 
Notes:
Match the skill sub-headings to the qualities requested by the employer in the job advertisement or position
description. Highlight 4-5 key transferrable skills.
 
Highlight your technical skills or skills in your key study area
 
Provide 2-3 examples of when and where you have demonstrated each skill.

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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
 
Start Date – End Date / Current Membership Type
Professional Association
 
 
INTERESTS
 
 This heading is optional, if you include choose 2-3 that align with the role you are applying for
 
 Don’t highlight interests that may cause employers to question your professionalism eg. Facebook, socialising,
nightclubs.
 
 
REFEREES  
     
Available upon request

OR    

Title Name Surname Title Name Surname Title Name Surname


Position Title Position Title Position Title
Employer Employer Employer
Phone Number Phone Number Phone Number
Email Email Email

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GRADUATE EXAMPLE
 
 

 
Chantelle Chronological
 
Postal Address: 12 Kent Drive, Essendon 3093, VIC.
Mobile Phone no. 0499 999 999
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/myprofileexample
Email Address: example@hotmail.com
 
EDUCATION 
 
 
Keep the layout of  2013 – Current Bachelor of Design (Digital Media)
each  qualification  Majoring in Digital Media
Co – Majoring in Film and Television
consistent.  Swinburne University of Technology
   
Include the name  Key Study Areas:
of your institution  ● Animation
  ● Editing and Post-Production Techniques
Show most recent  ● Filming and Cinematography
or highest level of  ● Typography
● Graphic Design
qualification first 
● Advertising
 
 
Highlight the 
Achievements:
aspect of the  ● Maintained a High Distinction average across
qualification you  all study areas
believe to be most  ● Maintained a 3.95 GPA average (from 4 point
GPA scaling system)
significant 
● Awarded an induction to Golden Key
 
  International Honour Society
  ● Awarded a scholarship to travel overseas to
  China for two weeks as part of the Swinburne Future
  Leaders program.
   
  2011 Victorian Certificate of Education
  Catholic Regional College, Sydenham
 
   
  Achievements:
  ● Awarded VCE academic excellence award for
  visual communication
  ● Awarded 6 consecutive academic excellence
  awards in all areas of study
   
 
   
  PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 
   
   
This is optional  2014 – Current Golden Key International Honour Society
and only to be  Honorary Member
included if   
significant and  2013 – Current Design Institute of Australia
relevant.  Student Member

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Details of IBL,   
vacation work or any   
other course related  EMPLOYMENT HISTORY 
 
work experience   
Keep the layout of  2012 – Current Team Leader
each job consistent  Hungry Jacks
First show most   
recent /  Responsibilities:
relevant/highest  ● Customer service
level job  ● Handling money using EFTPOS and cash
  registers
You may need to  ● Leading teams of up to 16 staff
include some details  ● Food management
about the nature   
/size etc of the  Achievements:
organisation  ● Awarded Employee of the Year, 2013
Begin the description  ● Promoted to Team Leader, 2013
 
of each responsibility 
with an active verb 
 
SKILLS SUMMARY 
to show the      
transferable skill. 
  Post Production and Motion Graphic Skills:
 
  I am highly competent with editing, special effects and motion graphics using:
  ● Adobe Premiere
A range of other  ● Adobe After Effects
categories could be  ● Final Cut Express
● Final Cut Pro
included e.g 
● Avid Media Composer
teamwork 
 
  Digital Video Camera Skills:
State the languages  I am proficient with the use of the following industry standard equipment:
that you can speak  ● Panasonic HPX172 HD video camera
and/or write and your  ● Dedo lighting kits
level of proficiency  ● Nikon and Canon DSLR cameras
  ● Tripod Manfrottos/Boom poles
You will add  ● Zoom sounds kits
credibility to your   
claims if you validate  Animation Skills:
each skill with an  I have extensive knowledge in the use of the following animating software packages:
example  ● Adobe Flash
  ● Adobe After Effects
Make reference to   
your computing skills  Graphic Communication Skills:
I am skilled in visual graphics, specifically for advertising such as posters
somewhere in your 
and website design using the following design software packages:
resume. If computing 
● Adobe Photoshop
is your career, include  ● Adobe Illustrator
details of your areas  ● Adobe Dreamweaver
of expertise   
Communication Skills:
I am highly experienced communicating with a variety of people through my role as a Team
Leader at Hungry Jacks:
● Able to respond effectively to meet the needs and demands of the customer

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INTERESTS 
 
All aspects of your  
life can be included  
to demonstrate your ● Film and animation
skills and add to ● Theatre work
your complete ● Photography
profile. ● Editing independent footage
 
   
  REFEREES 
   
   
Traditionally 2 or 3 Referees available upon request
referees are
standard.
Academic and
employer
references are the
most valued.
Personal referees
are usually not
requested.
Your referee may
have changed jobs
or companies.
They can still be
included.
 
OR
‘Available upon
request’

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SAM CHRONOLOGICAL
645 Burwood Rd, Burwood 3125
Phone: 0411 111 111
Email: schronological@student.swin.edu.au
www.linkedin.com/in/samchronological
 
EDUC ATIO N
     
2014 – Current Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resource Management) Keep the layout of each
 
Swinburne University of Technology qualification consistent.
   
   
Include the name of your
  Key Study Areas institution
   Organisational behaviour  
   Industrial relations Show most recent or highest
   Human resource training and development level of qualification first
 
   Staff recruitment and selection  
   Industry Based Learning was undertaken in 2010 Highlight the aspect of the
   See employment section for details. qualification you believe to
    be most significant
 
2013 Advanced Diploma in Business (Accounting)
 
Swinburne University of Technology – TAFE Only include your ATAR if
   Distinction average achieved throughout the course you were competitive for
your year
     
2012 Victorian Certificate of Education
Hawthorn Secondary College
 
PRO FESSIO N AL DEVELOP M ENT
 
June 2015 Conflict Management Workshop Accreditations and
  Australian Human Resources Institute professional development
    are seen by most
Dec 2014 Creating High Performance Teams Seminar employers as an
  Australian Human Resources Institute indication of your
    commitment to “lifelong
Aug 2014 Return to Work – Coordinator Training learning”, openness to
WorkSafe change, remaining up-to
date
 
 
 
PRO FESSIO N AL M EMBERS HIP  
2013 – Current Student Member This is optional and only
Australian Human Resource Institute to be included if
significant and relevant.

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EM PLOYM ENT HISTORY
 
Professional Employment
 

Mar–Aug 2014 Human Resources Assistant Details of IBL, vacation work


Blue Chip Computers, Malvern or any other course related
Six months employment as part of the Industry Based Learning work experience
program  
Keep the layout of each job
  consistent
Responsibilities  
 Oversaw the human resource database Fasttrack to ensure that First show most recent /
system records were accurately recorded and cross-checked relevant/highest level job
 Ensured that human resource files and records were maintained You may need to include
in accordance with legal requirements and company policies some details about the
and procedure nature /size etc of the
 Assisted in the completion of monthly and year-end reports organisation
regarding terminations, transfers, and new hires  
Begin the description of each
 Ensured that EEO reporting functions were up-to-date and in responsibility with an active
compliance with federal regulations verb to show the transferable
 Prepared recruitment lists and job postings skill.
 
Achievements
 Initiated and maintained an internal magazine entitled “Blue Chip
Quarterly” which kept staff up-to-date on company developments
and progress
 

Other Employment
 
2013 – Current Recreation Worker List details of any part-time,
Boroondara City Council, Hawthorn casual and/or non-
  professional full time work.
Responsibilities
 Researched the recreational needs of the community in
Boroondara
 Designed and led aerobics groups for mature aged adults
residing within the City of Boroondara
 Organised suitable venues to run a range of community based
events
 
Achievements
Organised an aerobics competition which attracted in excess of 30
competitors and 150 spectators

     
Jan – Nov 2013 Waiter
Pancake Parlour, Chadstone
 
Responsibilities
 Customer service
 Assisted with the training of new staff members
 Use of cash register and EFTPOS
 
Achievements
Awarded employee of the month for March 2008

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Volunteer Work
 

2013 – 2015 University Volunteer Volunteer work is just as


Swinburne University, Hawthorn important as paid work;
  additionally, it shows
Responsibilities generosity of spirit and a
high energy level.
 Greeted prospective students at open day  
 Led campus tours comprising of up to 50 people List details of any unpaid
 Assisted in the compilation of open day packs work experience.
 
 
 
INDUSTRY REL AT ED PRO JECTS
 
2015 Recruitment Campaign for Whizz Telemarketing List any examples of
  2nd Year Human Resource Subject industry projects and other
    learning related to
  business and industry.
  This university project focused on the development of a recruitment
E.g.
  campaign for 20 telemarketers. This involved: internships,capstones,
    study tours,industry
   Development of position descriptions and selection criteria placements.
   Identification and costing of appropriate advertising
   Writing a job advertisement
 
   Specification of screening and selection criteria
   Preparation of behavioural interview questions
   Achieved a High Distinction
   
2014 Organisations and Management
1st Year Human Resource Subject
 
This subject focused on working in groups to create an organisation,
focusing on structure, strategy and environment. This involved:
 
 Working in a team to develop a simulated business
 Creating a structure for our organisation, appointing a leader and
individual responsibilities
 Giving a group presentation at the end of the semester, for which a
Distinction result was achieved
 
SKILLS SUMM ARY
 
Human Resources A range of other categories
 Experienced in writing job advertisements ensuring alignment to position descriptions could be included at this
through my role as Human Resource Assistant point. Here are some
 Demonstrated ability to identify appropriate interview questions including behavioural examples.
 
interview questions as shown through my recruitment Campaign for Whizz Refer to the Careers &
Telemarketing Employment handout
 Knowledge of change management processes and implementation techniques ‘Employment/ Industry Specific
demonstrated through university project Skills and Attributes – Providin
 Understanding of OH&S processes and considerations in the workplace Examples for Employer’s for
  further assistance.
   
Communication Include your other skills, i.e.
technical or generic
 Experience in communicating with a range of people through my role as a Recreation
 
Worker where it was my responsibility to liaise with both internal and external State the languages that you
stakeholders to secure appropriate venues for community activities can speak and/or write and
 Written communication skills are best demonstrated through the production of “Blue your level of proficiency
Chip Quarterly” employee magazine that I initiated to keep staff up-to-date on
company events and progress.
 Proficient in Mandarin - both spoken and written

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Teamwork / Leadership You will add credibility to


 Ability to cooperate in a team environment as seen through my active your claims if you validate
involvement in netball where I have demonstrated a capacity to motivate team each skill with an example
 
members to achieve successful outcomes.  
 Demonstrated leadership skills when I assisted in training new employees Make reference to your
as a Waitress at the Pancake Parlour computing skills somewhere
  in your resume. If computing
Organisational is your career, include details
 Ability to successfully handle multiple tasks within my role as a Waitress of your areas of expertise
at the Pancake Parlour. I was responsible for serving customers, preparing food and
answering telephone enquiries, all at the one time.
 In my role as a HR Assistant, I was required to correctly enter all new
employee information into the human resource system database, often within tight
timeframes.
 
Software Experience
Highly competent with the following packages:
 Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher
 Fasttrack – HR database
 Adobe Photoshop
 Macromedia Dreamweaver/Fireworks/Flash
 
INTER ESTS
 
 Netball - Active member of the Rockets Netball Club from 2009 to present All aspects of your life can
 Aerobics be included to demonstrate
 Keeping up-to-date with HR industry trends your skills and add to your
complete profile.
 
REFER EES
 
Mr Barney Waters Ms Charmaine O’Neil Traditionally 2 or 3 referees
Human Resource Senior Manager Course Coordinator are standard. Academic and
Blue Chip Computers, Malvern Swinburne University of Technology employer references are the
Ph: 9123 4567 or Mobile: 0419 345 678 Ph: 9214 9876 most valued. Personal
E-mail: bwaters@bluechip.com.au E-mail: c.oneil@swin.edu.au referees are usually not
requested.
Your referee may have
changed jobs or companies,
they can still be included.

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FUNCTIONAL EXAMPLE  
RICHARD FUNCTIONAL
24 Wakefield St, Hawthorn Vic 3122
0559 900 900
rfunctional@gmail.com
www.linkedin.com/in/richardfunctional
 
 
CAREER PROFILE  
  Highlight your career
 Robotics and mechatronics engineering graduate seeking a broad based direction, personal attribut
industrial automated systems engineering position and transferable skills of
 Strong financial, analytical and problems solving skills most relevance to the role.
 
 Proven skills in design of robotics systems  
 Self-motivated with an emphasis on life-long learning  
   
   
 
KEY SKILLS SUMMARY  
   
Engineering Technical Skills  
Highlight practical, job
 Sound knowledge of the operation of programmable logic controllers and industrial
related skills gained from
robots. studies, projects or through
 The ability to combine various elements of automation to create manufacturing relevant work experience.
productivity improvement systems.  
 Understand the principles of digital signals and image processing.  
 Experience with advanced technologies including laser based technology, plasma  
 
based technology, water jet technology and non-contact measurements and inspection.  
 The ability to design control and automation systems.  
   
Computer Skills  
Make reference to your
 Computer Design and Analysis – AutoCAD, LT, MathCAD, Qbasic, MS Mathcad6 computing skills.
 Programming – Java, C++  

 Operating Environments – MS Windows 7, XP, 2000  


Include examples of skills
 Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint related to the job’s key
  selection criteria. You will
Analytical and Problem Solving Skills add credibility to your claims
 Analytically focused as demonstrated in engineering laboratory sessions where complex if you validate each skill with
data analysis is undertaken to determine appropriate computer aided design an example.
requirements.  
 Strong problem solving demonstrated in resolving diagnostic testing issues when Highlight synergies between
new machines were installed at Zero Engineering. your previous employment
and how the knowledge and
 
skills developed can be
Communication Skills translated into your new
 Strong presentation skills demonstrated when presenting final year engineering career direction.
project to industry panel and received positive feedback on my ability to convey
technical information in an accessible manner.
 Achieved high marks for all university written assignments, including a Distinction for
a detailed documentation proposal for an automated system development project.
 
Organisational Skills
 Effective time management skills developed through my bookkeeping roles which
required the management of a large client caseload, where I needed to regularly
cope with competing deadlines and tasks.
 Experienced in systematically breaking large tasks into smaller tasks and developing
a project timeline. In my current Test Analyst role I was responsible for the
successful introduction of a new computer system which involved the transfer of
three old-data bases onto a new system, in a short time frame.

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Budgeting, Financial and Administrative Skills
 Experienced with budgeting, bookkeeping and use of SAP systems gained during six
years employment in finance related roles.
 Improved administrative and work flow systems in machine shop at Ablex
Engineering via computerisation of job scheduling.
 
 
 
ENGINEERING EMPLOYMENT  
  Consider the most
August 2014 – Test Analyst appropriate manner in
Current Zero Engineering, Richmond which to present your
  employment history.
Responsibilities This will depend on the
 Testing of components for installation in mechatronics relevance, dates of
systems employment and number
 Programming of electrical control systems using C++ of past roles you have
held.
   
Dec 2012 - Rolling Machine Operator Roles of most relevance
March 2014 Ablex Engineering, Malaysia should be presented first.
  Focus on the most
Responsibilities relevant aspects and
 Operation of flat rolling machine to fabricate handrails and transferable skills.
engine struts Significant achievements
 Spot welding can be included.
 
 Working to strict deadlines and  
 Demonstrating strong organisational skills  
   
ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT  
 
 
2010 – 2012 Assistant Accountant
 
Consider grouping less
Hudson Constructions, Balwyn relevant positions and only
  include job titles and
2007 – 2010 Accounts Clerk company name.
Corporate Health Inc, Camberwell  
   
   
EDUCATION Provide information on study
  relevant to the role’s key
selection criteria.
2012 – 2015 Bachelor of Engineering (Robotics & Mechatronics)
Include course details,
Swinburne University of Technology positive academic results
 Key study areas – robotic systems, mechanical and special achievements.
systems,computer hardware and software, electronic design  
 Credit average achieved Consider whether to include
  brief details on previous
2006 Diploma of Business – Accounting education if not related to
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE your desired career.
 Successfully completed

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Professional accreditations
  and development are seen
by employers as an
February 2014 Quality Systems Awareness ISO9001 – VECCI
indication of your
commitment to lifelong
November 2013 GIS 3D Workshop – Engineers Australia learning and openness to
change.
   
INDUSTRY RELATED PROJECTS  
 
   
March – May 2015 Design and Programming of an Automated System  
   
Group case study which included an analysis of the design Use assignments, final
requirements for the manufacture of a turnkey control system. year projects, tours,
This involved: seminars etc to showcase
 Electrical control system design your relevant industry
 Hardware and software development proposal knowledge and skills
 
 Drawing development and documentation  
 Basic programming using C++  
 
 
Sept – Nov 2014 Design of Control System  
 
Individual project focused on the design of an automated control  
system for a computer aided bending and rolling machine.  
 
his involved:  
 Concept development  
 Prototype design specifications  
 Programming in Java  
 
   
  Professional memberships
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP demonstrate real interest and
  commitment to your career
2014 – Present Institute of Engineers Australia – Student Member path.
 
 
   
INTERESTS  
 
 
Highlight interests which relate
 Computer programming to the profession. Involvement
 Restoration of a HQ Holden in team activities creates a
 Trading shares favourable impression.
 Basketball – Team Captain of Wildcats
 Fitness
 
 
REFEREES  
Traditionally 2 or 3 referees
  are standard. Academic
Mr Brian Eastwood and employer references
Manager are the most valued.
Zero Engineering Personal referees are
Mobile : 0425 706 782 usually not requested.
Email : eastwood@zero.com.au  
  Your referee may have
  changed jobs / companies.
Mr Geoff Smooth They can still be included
as your referee with their
Senior Lecturer in Engineering
old job title referred to as
Swinburne University Technology “former”.
Mobile: 0408 085 906  
Email: smooth@swin.edu.au It is not standard to include
written references with your
resume / application. 

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POSTGRADUATE EXAMPLE
 
JOANNE ACADEMIC
12 Sunrise Parade, Townsville 3145, Mobile: 0414 209 987
Email: jacademic@email.com.au
www.linkedin.com/in/joanneacademic
 
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
 
2013 – Current Doctor of Philosophy (Science)
Swinburne University, Hawthorn Campus
 PhD Thesis – Evolving the structure of plant communities from first principles: vegetation now into
The future
 Supervisors – Dr Eric Science and Dr Helen Micro
 
PhD Synopsis
 

By incorporating natural selection into models of vegetation, research involves developing novel theory describing how
species mixtures vary with environmental conditions. These adaptive models will provide a platform for next-generation
global vegetation models, capturing the likely impacts of human activities on ecosystem function and species’ diversity
including:
 
 Evolutionary cost-benefit theory for plant traits
 Trait evolution using stochastic simulation models
 Trait evolution in spatially structured populations
 Vegetation structure under high CO2 and altered disturbance regimes
 
2012 – 2013 Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Swinburne University, Hawthorn Campus
 Thesis – The synthesis of 2-alkyl-3-hydroxy long-chain acids, and their 6-Oglucose esters
 Key modules; Drug Design, Chemical Toxicology, Cancer Chemotherapy, Biochemistry and
Pharmacology.
 
2009 – 2012 Bachelor of Science
Swinburne University, Hawthorn Campus
 Majors in Microbiology and Chemistry
 Distinction average achieved overall
 
 
 
PUBLICATIONS
 
 Kremer, L, Douglas, JD, Baulard, AR, Morehouse, C, Minnikin DE & Academic, J 2014, ‘Thiolactomycin and
Related Analogues as Novel Anti-Mycobacterial Agents Targeting kasA and kasB Condensing Enzymes in
Mycobacterium Tuberculosis’, Journal of Biomedical Chemistry, vol. 67, no. 4, pp.157-164.
 Academic, J, Reinhold, BB, Guy, MR, Modlin, C, Besra, GS & Porcelli, SA 2013, ‘Structural Requirements for
Glycolipid Antigen Recognition by CD1b-restricted T Cells’, Australian Journal of Science, vol. 34, no. 5, pp.
283 – 286.
 Academic, J, Moody, DB, Reinhold, BB, Guy, MR, Beckman, EM, Furlong, ST &Ye, S 2013, ‘A Structural Motif
for Glycolipid T Cell Antigens Reveals a Model for Antigen Presentation by CD1, Arthritis & Rheumatism’, Asia
Pacific Journal of Biomedical Chemistry, vol. 33, no.1.

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ACADEMIC AND TEACHING EXPERIENCE
 
2012 – Current Sessional Teacher/Mentor
Faculty of Life and Social Sciences
Swinburne University, Hawthorn Campus
 
Responsibilities:
 Preparing and teaching the unit ‘Introduction to Chemistry 1’ as well as the supervision of
undergraduates in their practical classes.
 Leading students in discussion about topics discussed in weekly lectures, assisting in the marking of
assignments and exams and providing additional tutorial services for students who require extra
support.
 
Achievements:
 Devised and implemented learning objectives, lesson plans and activities to meet targets on a
weekly, monthly and semester basis.
 Consistently deliver a high quality learning experience to students, which have been met with
positive feedback when independently evaluated by the Faculty.
 
 
 
Jul – Nov 2012 Industry Placement
Department of Environment and Sustainability, Melbourne
 
Responsibilities:
 Worked as part of Professor G.M Scientist’s internationally renowned research group in the field of
water infrastructure research.
 Techniques learned and utilised included; parallel synthesis techniques, for both development of
optimum reaction conditions and also multiple synthesis, and automated parallel purification
techniques such as Biotage and Solid Phase Extraction processes.
 
Achievement:
 Submitted an abstract to speak at ‘The Science Revolution Conference’ in March 2011.
 
 
 
2011 – 2012 Science Technician
Microbiology Department, Swinburne University, Hawthorn Campus
 
Responsibilities:
 Coordinated the use of practical resources and facilities and provided assistance and advice in
meeting the practical needs of the first year science curriculum, including liaising with teaching staff
and support staff outside the department.
 Actively contributed to the assessment, monitored and reviewed both health and safety procedures
and information resources.
 Provision of technical advice and support on health and safety issues to teaching and technical staff.
 Safe treatment and disposal of used materials including hazardous substances and responded to
actual or potential hazards.
 Under the guidance of the Senior Technician, ensured that both routine and non-routine checking,
cleaning, maintenance, calibration, testing and repairing of equipment were carried out to the
required standard.

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ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
 
2009 – 2011 Sales Coordinator
Telstra, Camberwell
 
Responsibilities:
 Approached prospective clients and informed them of suitable options and usage of Telstra’s
technology.
 Created rapport with clients in order to create greater demand for business.
 Maintained extensive knowledge of Telstra’s competitive rates and services.
 
Achievement:
 Exceeded sales targets and was awarded sales person of the month in December 2010.
 
 
RESEARCH SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
 
 Excellent organisational and communication skills developed through managing my own research, and liaising with
University Faculties, Research and Teaching Fellow, and peers.
 Project management skills developed to a high standard through the management of my PhD research, alongside
employment as a Sessional Teacher/Mentor.
 Ability to critically analyse and synthesise new and complex information from diverse sources as demonstrated during
my honours thesis.
 Strong mathematical and programming skills, with a demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.
 
 
 
AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS 
 

 Received Vice‐Chancellor’s Research Scholarship (VCRS) for PhD, 2010 
 Awarded Travel Grant to attend Royal Society of Chemistry Annual Conference, September 2010 
 
 
 
CONFERENCES AND COURSES ATTENDED
 

 Evolutionary Traits in Plants, Research Council’s Graduate School, October 10th 2011
 CRAC Insight into Management Course, Newcastle, April 4th-7th 2011
 Business Biotechnology Course including technology transfer, patents and negotiating skills at the
Bioscience Centre, Centre for Life, Melbourne, October 2010
 Royal Society of Chemistry, Annual Conference, Queensland, September 2010
RSC Carbohydrates Group and RSC Biological and Medicinal Chemistry Joint Spring Meeting, Melbourne, March
2010, presented poster
 
 
 
 
 
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
 
2011 – Current Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Science

2011 – Current Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand

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EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
 
2012 – Current Secretary of Conservation Volunteers Australia
 
2011 – 2013 President, Focus (Friends on Campus) Committee
(A support network for Mature Age Students)
 
 
REFEREES
 
Dr Eric Science Professor Gerard Rich Professor Greg Scientist
PhD Supervisor Faculty of Life and Social Leading Scientist
Faculty of Life and Social Sciences Program Water Infrastructure Research
Sciences Coordinator Project Department of Environment
Swinburne University Swinburne University and Sustainability
Tel: 9215 8999 Tel: 9214 1234 Tel: 9345 6789
Email: e.science@swin.edu.au Email: g.rich@swin.edu.au Email: g.m.scientist@des.gov.au

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ICT EXAMPLE  
MARCUS COMPUTING
20 Wakefield Place, Hawthorn 3122
0433 444 888
mcomputing@email.com.au
www.linkedin.com/in/marcuscomputing
 
EDUCATION
 
2014 – Current Bachelor of Computing
Swinburne University of Technology
Major: Software Development
 Distinction average (84%) in the Software Development major
 Overall credit average (71%) has been achieved to date
 
Relevant subjects:
 Programming in Java and Advanced Java
 Object Oriented Programming in C++
 Business Systems Programming in .NET
 
2013 Bachelor of Engineering (first year)
Monash University
 Transferred to a Bachelor of Computing at Swinburne University
 
2012 Victorian Certificate of Education
Ringwood Secondary College
ENTER: 93.55
 
Achievements:
 School Prefect in Year 12
 Interschool debating captain
 Certificates of Distinction in Information Technology 2009-2011
 
 
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
 
2015 Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST)
Certification
Drake Training, a Microsoft Certified Partner for Learning Solutions
(CPLS)
 
2014 Australian Computer Science Week (ACSW05)
Computing Research and Education Association
Newcastle
 
2014 Basic Workplace First Aid (Incorporating Emergency First Aid)
St. John’s Ambulance Australia
This course meets Worksafe – Code of Practice requirements
 
2013 Speechcraft
Toastmasters (District 73)
 
 
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
 
2014 – Current Swinburne Students in Free Enterprise
 
2014 – Current Australian Computer Society (Student Member)

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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
 
2014 – Current Computer Consultant
Computer Mate, Malvern
 
Responsibilities:
 Custom building computers to clients’ needs
 Provide computer support for existing computers including:
 Repairs and upgrades to existing computers
 Virus, Spyware and Adware removal
 Computer Networking
 
Achievements:
 Successfully designed and implemented an enhanced network platform which significantly
streamlined communications with customers
 Consistently receive positive customer feedback in regard to my excellent performance and
service levels provided to key stakeholders
 
2013 – Current Web Developer
 
Responsibilities:
 Website design for clients ranging from single web pages to highly highly complex designs
 Examples of web design and maintenance:
www.mtscopusdebaters.edu.au
www.gifts4you.org.au
 
Achievements:
 Demonstrated success in designing and implementing client websites with excellent results and
satisfaction ratings
 Received excellent feedback from the leadership team in regard to my innovative and creative
website ideas
 
2011 – 2012 Crew Member
Boost Juice, Hawthorn
 
Responsibilities:
 Customer service
 Preparation of drinks in a fast paced environment
 
Achievements:
 Consistently receive positive feedback from customers in regard to my attentive service levels
 
SKILLS SUMMARY
 
Computer
 
Databases MS Access, SQL, Oracle
 
Publishing Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, MS Publisher

Web HTML, Java Script, Java Beans, Flash, Dream weaver, Fireworks

Office Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Visio, Excel, Outlook, Project, Access

Operating Win 2003 server, XP, UNIX/Solaris, Linux, MAC


Systems Installation, configuration, monitoring and optimisation of the above

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Hardware PC Maintenance, troubleshooting and upgrading
Modems, sound and video cards
Digital Cameras, scanners, printers and other peripherals
 
 
Network Managing LANs over different platforms, including; Linux, Novell and

Administration Windows 7/ Windows 8

Miscellaneous Development, testing, documentation, implementation and training of a


number of non-commercial software for specialised needs and clients
 
 
Communication  
   High level of communication skills have been demonstrated through:
  public speaking, debating and presenting assignments
 
   Liaising with staff and clients at work (face to face, phone, email)
   Written communication skills are being constantly demonstrated and refined when producing
   university assignments and technical documentation for which distinction average results have
   been achieved
Leadership  
 
   Leadership skills were awarded with roles of School Prefect and Interschool Debating Captain
  after a rigorous selection process
   Effective leadership skills have been further developed and demonstrated as a team leader of
  university syndicate projects
Team Building  
   An active and enthusiastic member of several groups including LUBe (LINUX, UNIX and Be
  Operating Systems), debating teams and Swinburne Syndicate groups
   Proven ability to contribute in a team environment through group assignments and team sports
Problem Solving  
 Demonstrated through trouble shooting computer faults in my work at Computer Mate
 As part of the Software Development major have completed numerous assignments with involved
solving software related problems
 

INTERESTS
 
 Computers: games, assembling, fault finding and upgrading
 Debating
 Football
 
 
REFEREES
 
Associate Professor Judy McKay
Faculty of Information and Communication Technologies
Swinburne University of Technology
jmckay@it.swin.edu.au
Phone: 9214 5385
 
Than Ng
Manager, Computer Mate
tng@computermate.org.au
Phone: 9234 5678

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INDUSTRY PLACEMENT EXAMPLE
 
CLAIRE CARES
56 George Rd, Aspenvale Vic 3999
Ph: 0433 444 888
Email: c.cares@email.com.au
www.linkedin.com/in/clairecares
 
EDUCATION
 

2015 Diploma of Community Services Work


Swinburne University of Technology – TAFE Division
 
2013 Certificate IV in Community Services Work
Swinburne University of Technology – TAFE Division
 
2011 Victorian Certificate of Education
Aspen College
 
 
CERTIFICATIONS/ SHORT COURSES
 

2015 Working with Children Check


 
2015 Police Check
 
2013 Handling Difficult Customers Seminar
Council for Adult Education, Melbourne
 
2012 Senior First Aid (Level 2)
St John Ambulance Australia, Melbourne
 
 
RELEVANT/ INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
 

July- Oct 2015 Family Support Case Worker (200 hour placement)
Mission Australia
 
Responsibilities:
 Interviewed young people to identify problems and acted as an advocate (representatives) for
them, raising these issues with relevant government authorities
 Assisted in developing policies relating to young people
 Provided support and advice to young people experiencing difficulties, such as family problems,
unemployment, illness, drug abuse and homelessness
 Arranged and provided counselling, food, shelter or clothing
 Arranged for the referral of clients to appropriate specialists or community agencies
 Provided information about community services and resources available for
young people
 Planned and organised activities, such as sports, handicrafts, dancing, drama, hiking,
bushwalking and holiday camps
 Assisted in the writing of reports and submissions requesting funding for continuing programs
and new projects

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March – May 2015 Community Worker (200 hour placement)
The Salvation Army
 
Responsibilities
 Assisted community groups in planning, developing, maintaining and evaluating community
resources, programs and support networks
 Supported, developed and evaluated strategies that encourage community participation in
activities
 Communicated frequently with community groups, welfare agencies, government bodies, non-
government organisations and private businesses about community services such as
housing, health, welfare and recreation
 Helped raise community and public awareness regarding issues such as welfare rights by
promoting, organising and/or helping to coordinate meetings and seminars
 Carried out administrative work including written correspondence, preparing submissions and
reports for government bodies or other agencies and attending management meetings as
required
 
VOLUNTARY WORK
 

2010 – Current Support Worker


Brotherhood of St Laurance
 
Responsibilities:
 Accompanying students on public transport to and from camp activities
 Liaising with Urban Camp staff and camp activity staff and where appropriate join in on
programs with the students
 Briefing and debriefing students about camp activities as part of the Brotherhood Schools
Engagement Team
 Acting as BSL representative at all external activities.
 
 
ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
 

2012 – Current Swimming Instructor (casual)


Aspen Sports & Recreation Centre, Aspen
 Taught school children water safety
 Participated in team planning sessions
 
2013 Clerical Assistant (1 year, part-time)
Aspen Sports and Recreation Centre, Aspen
 Customer service
 Cash handling
 Membership registration
 Filing
 
2011 Sales Assistant (6 weeks summer holidays)
Boutique Hats, Aspen
 Cash handling
 Stock taking
 Window dressing
 Store maintenance

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KEY SKILLS
 

Working with Children


 Managed groups of children responsibly, shown by two years (casual) teaching water safety to children aged
2 to 6
 Related well to children, as shown by regular feedback from the senior swimming instructor regarding the children’s
enjoyment of my lessons
 Developed excellent knowledge of children’s developmental needs and assessment; through my studies and
placements; have completed two in-depth case studies
 Demonstrated special skills in art and craft work with children
 
Communication
 Developed rapport with a range of clients and customers, including parents, customers and colleagues in different
roles.
 Strong understanding of how to communicate with at risk clients and ability to write effective case notes as
demonstrated during my placements at Mission Australia and The Salvation Army.
 Attended CAE course in “Handling Difficult Customers” and effectively used many of the strategies presented in that
course’s content
 Prepared many program and activity plans as part of my course and have consistently achieved distinctions for these
 
Planning and Organisation
 Participated in team sessions to develop program and lesson plans in preparation for swimming classes for children of
various ages
 Developed skills in planning and organising recreational activities for children through my studies and placements
 Independently managed a multi-tasked administrative role at the Aspen Sports and Recreation Centre
 Administrative work including written correspondence, preparing submissions and reports for government bodies or
other agencies and written case notes strengthened during my placements
 
 
INTERESTS
Art and craft activities including textiles, floral design and painting; yoga and meditation
 
 
REFEREES
Ms Janette Thompson
Manger- Family support
Mission Australia
Ph: (03) 9653 2145
Email: jthompson@mission.com.au
 
Ms Tina Smith
Course Coordinator – Community Services Work
Swinburne University of Technology, Wantirna Campus
Ph: (03) 9212 1111
Email: t.smith@swin.edu.au
 
Mr David Fry
Manager
Aspen Sports and Recreation Centre, Aspen
Ph: (03) 9487 1212
Email: davidfry@asrc.com.au

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TRADE EXAMPLE  
MAX CONSTRUCTION
12 Wilson Way, Wantirna VIC 3152
0422 987 154
max.construction@email.com
www.linkedin.com/in/construction
 
Education
Feb 2015 – Current Certificate II in Building and Construction
Swinburne University of Technology (TAFE), Croydon
 
2014 Victorian Certificate of Education
Wantirna College, Wantirna
 
 
Other Certificates/Licenses
 
2015 OH & S White Card
Swinburne University of Technology (TAFE), Croydon
 
2015 Victorian Driver’s License (# 056077937)
 
2014 Level 1 First Aid Certificate
St Johns Ambulance, Burwood
 
2014 Forklift License
Holmesglen
 
2014 Working at Heights
Holmesglen
 
Employment History
 
Jan 2014 – Current Labourer – Carpentry
Casual Doug’s Carpentry Pty Ltd, Boronia
 
Responsibilities
 
 Assist Carpenter with construction of residential housing
 Utilise industry specific tools and equipment
 Maintain a clean and safe working environment
 Adhere to OH&S practices and Australian Building Standards
 Liaise with clients and suppliers as necessary
 
2013 – Current Cook/Front Counter Staff
Hungry Jacks, Wantirna South
 
Responsibilities
 
 Prepare food as per customer orders
 Maintain a clean working environment
 Follow policy and procedures
 Liaise with customers as necessary
 Process cash and non-cash transactions

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2013 – 2014 Kitchenhand
Laura’s Café, Prahran
 
Responsibilities
 
 Clean cutlery, crockery and cooking utensils
 Follow café policies and procedures
 Worked well in a fast paced working environment
 
Skills and Abilities
 
Building and Construction
 
 Confident using industry specific tools.
 Knowledge of Australian Building Standards.
 Ability to work collaboratively with other trades on a work site.
 
Communication
 
 Excellent verbal communications skills as demonstrated when working as a Labourer and at Hungry Jacks where I am
required to deal with customers and clients.
 Excellent written communication skills developed through my Secondary School and TAFE studies where I have
consistently achieved great results.
 
Team Work
 
 Confident team member who has had extensive experience working with others. This is best demonstrated through my
sporting commitments where I have been a part of many successful teams.
 Ability to work successfully with others to achieve tasks as allocated by the Manager. In my role as a Labourer, I
worked in a team of 4.
 
Achievements
 
2014 Certificate for Academic Excellence in Physical Education at Wantirna College

2014 Employee of the month at Hungry Jacks (December)

2013 Under 18’s Premiership player for Waverley Blues Football


 
2013 Certificate of participation in “Prepare for Employment” program at Wantirna College
 
Interests and activities
 
 Football – Support the Hawthorn Football Club
 Music
 Camping
 
Referees
 
 
Doug Jones Mark Evans Katrina Collins
Manager/Owner Building and Construction Teacher Team Leader
Doug’s Carpentry Pty Ltd Swinburne University of Technology (TAFE), Hungry Jacks, Wantirna
Email: djones@hotmail.com Croydon Email:kat_c_1970@gmail.com
Tel: 03 8801 8974 Email: mevans@swin.edu.a Tel: 03 778 9981
Tel: 03 9788 1122

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POSTGRADUATE MANAGEMENT CHRONOLOGICAL EXAMPLE
 
 
ANDRE MANAGER
645 Through Rd, Burwood, Vic 3125
Tel: 0411 111 111
Email: asenior@gmail.com.au
www.linkedin.com/in/asenior
 
PRO FILE
 

 Marketing professional with extensive experience in sales and marketing There are a range of headings
management from tactical strategy development through to execution which you can use to introduce
yourself and provide a snapshot
 Experienced in new product development, consumer research, advertising,
of your range of experience,
communications, social media, B2B marketing skills and expertise to capture
 Skilled in financial management, relationship building, project management, recruiter attention.
people management Eg Professional Profile, Areas of
 Targeting an executive managerial position with a strategic global focus Expertise, Career Achievements
  etc
 
C AREER HIGHLIGHTS
 
 
 Turning ideas into action with successful new product launches from  
strategy to double digit growth in domestic and international markets  
 Creation of a range of digital marketing strategies that significantly drove  
customer acquisition, retention and sales  
 
 Negotiated international licensing deals to significantly expand market  
penetration by 30%  
 Proven experience delivering results through content marketing,  
 
lead generation and nurture campaigns
   
Keep the layout of each
  qualification consistent
EDUC ATIO N  
  Include the name of your
2014 – Master of Business Administration institution
Current Swinburne University of Technology  
 Governance and corporate leadership Show most recent or
highest level of qualification first
 Business strategy
 
 Global business Highlight the aspect of the
 Management analysis qualification you believe to be
  most significant
   
2006 – 2008 Bachelor of Business (Marketing)  
 
RMIT  
  Details employment history in
  reverse date order
EM PLOYM ENT HISTORY  
  Keep the layout of each job
Mar 2013 – National Marketing Manager consistent
 
Current Zen Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd First show most recent / relevant
  /highest level job
Responsibilities: You may need to include some
 Management of national and international sales and marketing details about the nature /size etc
teams across Pacific region – five direct reports and total team of the organisation
of 24 staff

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 Development of new branding, marketing and product concepts Highlight financial literacy,
 Strategic marketing communications and implementation including budget responsibilities which
establishment of digital marketing strategy are key management skills
 Implementation and management of key metrics and ROI for all  
 
products  
 Management of national marketing budget  
   
 
   
Achievements: Achievements should focus
 Initiated, led and implemented an Asia Pacific marketing performance on areas where significant
management system; resulted in enhanced performance objectives organisational impact has
and increased productivity levels been achieved. It can be
 Creation of digital marketing strategies that significantly drove customer useful to include revenue
acquisition, retention and sales and cost figures, statistics
 Successfully collaborated with senior leaders in effectively establishing and other data
the 2020 strategic marketing vision, planning and implementation
process
 Contributed to market growth of 22% over two year period
 
 
Nov 2010 – Victorian Marketing Manager
Feb 2013 Pfizer Australia
 

Responsibilities:
 Management of the Victorian Consumer Health Care sales and marketing team
 Contributed to strategic marketing planning nation-wide
 Built successful relationships with key stakeholders
 Initiated and contributed to creating new and innovative
marketing strategies and campaigns
 Accountable for achievement of the Victorian marketing
Targets
 
Achievements:
 Successfully led Victorian Sales and Marketing teams with revenue increase
of 25% over a two year period
 Victorian team awarded “Asia Pacific Winning Sales Team” for two
consecutive years
 Consistently received excellent feedback from executives and senior
leaders in regard to budgetary efficiencies, and excellent performance
management of reporting team members
 Awarded “Marketing High Achiever” across three consecutive years
 
Jan 2008 – Graduate Marketing Analyst
Oct 2010 Pfizer Inc
 
Responsibilities:
 Worked across all divisional units to gain broad professional experience
 Monthly and quarterly sales reporting
 Provided support and worked collaboratively with allocated professional teams
 Contributed to project team work as required
 Provided customer support and assisted team members with media communications
and press releases when needed
 
Achievements
 Excellent feedback from management regarding high level performance
Successfully initiated, designed and implemented a new social media campaign which
achieved excellent results

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Volunteer
 

2013 – Board Member Volunteer


current Anchor Community Services involvement shows
  breadth of experience
Responsibilities: and a commitment to
 Attend council member meetings and provide specific advice in community
 
relation to marketing activities  
 Development of campaign strategy to enhance community  
awareness of Anchor youth support services  
 Active in local community assisting with promotional activities  
 
 Advocate and represent Anchor at a range of community initiatives  
   
Achievements:  
 
 Received “Outstanding Performance” award for initiating successful  
community programs  
 Represented Anchor at national and international community  
Conferences  
 
   
   
SKILLS SUMMARY  
 
   
Marketing  
 Market focused with ability to drive customer and business success through A skills summary is
innovative solutions that leverage strategic assets optional. It can highlight
 Able to translate vision and strategy into execution plans and align team objectives your relevant transferable
skills. Tailor to each job
and results
and add credibility by
 Highly proficient in strategic marketing planning and implementation validating each skill with
 Demonstrated success in collating and analysing market trends and translating ideas an example
into action plans  
 Excellent networking skills and ability to effectively develop and maintain valuable If Information Technology is
Business and client relationships your career, include details
  of your areas of expertise
Teamwork/Leadership
 Demonstrated success in effectively working within diverse groups of teams and
leading large project teams
 Effectively led teams through times of significant organisational change at both Pfizer
Australia and Zen Pharmaceuticals
 
Organisational Change Driver
 Demonstrated capacity to achieve results and execute across complex matrix
organizations
 Able to drive cultural change, business transformation and build motivated, results
orientated teams
 
Analytical
 Ability to analyse complex data and statistics pertaining to the broader business, with
expertise in analysing market trends and developing strategic plans
 
 Experienced researcher with an ability to effectively collate data samples and determine
marketing ramifications in terms of future planning
 
Communication / Stakeholder Engagement
 Strong communication and presentation skills
 Demonstrated success in building and maintaining valuable stakeholder relationships
 Highly proficient in networking and proactively seeking out high value business contacts
and determining marketing needs.

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 SAMPLE FOR DEVELOPING YOUR RESUME
 
 
PRO FESSIO N AL DEVELOP M ENT
 
Dec 2014 Mergers & Acquisitions Accreditations and professional
Mt. Eliza Executive Education development are seen by most
  employers as an indication of your
Jun 2013 Leadership Development Program commitment to “lifelong learning”,
Australian Institute of Management openness to skill development,
change and keeping up to date with
  industry trends
Aug 2012 Leading Transformational Change  

Swinburne Industry Solutions  


   
 
   
PRO FESSIO N AL M EMBERS HIP  
 
  This is optional and only to be
2010 – current Member included if significant and relevant
Pacific Professional Services Marketing Association (APSMA)  
 
   
OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS  
(Optional) You may choose to highlight other
Examples could include: publications, media presence, research activities, sporting, achievements and / or interests
which can provide broader insight
community engagement, awards
into your interests, skills and
 
accomplishments
   
INTERESTS  
 
(Optional)  
   
   
REFEREES  
  Traditionally 2 or 3 referees are
standard. Alternatively, at
Mr Tram Nguyen
executive level often “referees
Marketing Director available upon request” is
Pfizer Australia indicated instead. Academic and
Ph: 9123 4567 or Mobile: 0419 345 678 employer references are the
E-mail: tnguyen@pfizers.com.au most valued. Personal referees
  are usually not relevant
Dr Sandra Diaz Your referee may have changed
Course Convenor – MBA Program jobs or companies. They can
Swinburne University of Technology still be included as your referee
with their old job title referred to
Ph: 9243 6590 or Mobile: 0468 234 644
as “former”.
E-mail: sdiaz@swin.edu.au
 
 
 
Note: Resumes for management positions
 
There are a range of resume styles which can be used when applying for management positions.
You can choose to add or delete sections depending on what you wish to showcase. Selecting the
most appropriate content and style will be dependent on the role and your personal experience,
qualifications, knowledge and skills.
 
The example above is in chronological format which arranges your experience and education in
reverse date order. An alternative format is a functional resume, which is focused on highlighting
relevant transferable skills.

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