Most of us get confused as to which title to use to describe ourselfs in terms of career progression and personal information. We often use CV and Resume interchangeably without noticing that the difference between the two words is like sea and land.
If you wish to know the difference between resume and CV, here is the answer:
โCurriculum Vitaeโ is a Latin word meaning โcourse of lifeโ.
CVs are in-depth chronological documents that contains an individuals FULL working career.
This should include a high level details about oneโs achievements, accomplishments, education, awards, honors, publications and so on.
A CV may spread beyond 2 pages.
While a Resume is a SUMMARY and CONCISE document of at most 2 pages.
The Resume is usually prepared to fit every position applied for.
A quick summary difference
๐A CV is intended to be a FULL record of oneโs career history
๐Resume is a brief, targeted list of skills & achievement.
๐CVs are prepared ONCE and that same document can be used to apply for any position.
๐Resume can be tailored to fit each position applied for
๐A CV can be lengthy depending on ones achievement and length of experience
๐Resumes should be brief, it is advisable not to cross a 2 page length
Although there are preferences to which should be used in different parts of the world
