APPLICATIONS AND RESUMES

A well-written application accompanied by properly drafted resume is very important at the first stage of selection process. Resumes are sent under an application or a cover letter Applications clarify the purpose of sending the resume

Guidelines for drafting Applications:

Include only those details, which do not appear in the CV It should be addressed by name It should not be more than one page Spelling and grammar mistakes should be avoided Avoid frequent use of I/We

Example of an Application
Dear Sir/Madam I hereby apply for the post of Marketing Executive in your company. I am now completing my MBA in ICFAI Business School. I will complete the same in July 2011. I have taken Marketing as specialization. Before joining I had worked as a sales person from June 2008 to May 2009. Please see me Resume, which is attached. I feel that I am well qualified and suitable for the position you had advertised.

I shall be available for an interview on 25 July 2011 Thanking You Yours Sincerely ABC

An Example of a Better Application

Dear Mr. Sharma, I am responding to your advertisement in Indian Express dated 01 June 2010, which calls for Marketing Executives with good communication and interpretation skills. I believe that my qualification and experience have imbibed in me these requirements.

As an MBA graduate of a premiere business school, I have had an opportunity to learn organization skills and leadership skills. I have played a major part in organizing a number of management meets. During my summer internship project and Management research project, I have had the exposure to management functions of a prestigious corporate like L & T. My project and the recommendations made were accepted.

In addition to my specialization in Marketing, I have also studied Finance, which would give me better perspective of my function as a Marketing Executive. I pursue interesting hobbies, which include trekking and rock climbing.

My qualification and experience have been summarized in my Resume, which is enclosed. May I have the privilege of requesting you for an interview? I shall be available for the same on 25 July 2011. Thanking you,
With regards, Yours faithfully,

ABC