RESUME vs CV
Resume Versus Curriculum Vitae (CV)
The word “resume” is derived from the French for summary or abstract and when used correctly includes the accent marks. Without the diacriticals, it is the word “resume”which means begin or start again. While often used interchangeably, the term curriculum vitae’s derivation is Latin and in fact means course of life. Both present an individual’s education, qualifications and previous occupations.The biggest difference is that a resume is more commonly used in the American job market for corporate or non-profit applicants and is more concise. When used in the American market, the CV is for people in the scientific or academic communities showing broader experience including lists of publications and research projects.Internationally a CV is required as a job application and is a more comprehensive account of one’s life. Depending on the country, it can include education going back to primary school, and employment going back to the first job. Moreover, outside the U.S. questions can be...