Resume Resources

Learn how to make resumes that will impress employers 

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Did you know recruiters spend an average of 6 seconds looking at a resume? This is why it’s essential to create a professional, easy-to-read, well-formatted resume that gives you a chance to make a solid first impression.

Also, increase your chances of standing out from the crowd by ensuring that EVERY resume you submit is tailored to the:

  • Role
  • Industry
  • Organization

How do you put your best resume forward? The Hari B. Varshney Business Career Centre (BCC) has you covered. Check out the below resources to help you tackle resumes.

Ways to get started

Self-guided toolkits designed for UBC Sauder students

Resume Toolkit

Resume Toolkit

Learn what to include in your resume, how to format it effectively, and frame your experiences compellingly tailored to the role, industry, and organization you’re applying to.

This toolkit also provides a resume template and checklist to help you get started.

Access on COOL

CWL login is required to access all Toolkits.
Access additional Career Toolkits on other career-related topics like how to set SMART goals, cover letters, and interviews on COOL.

Additional Resources

CaseCoach

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The BCC provides all UBC Sauder students free access to CaseCoach, the world's #1 case interview prep platform created by former McKinsey interviewers and headhunters.

Along with courses to teach you the essential skills for case interviews, CaseCoach includes a Resume Course. Learn more about CaseCoach.


Career Masterclass Collection: Bonus Resources

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Want to build a resume and cover letter that wins interviews? 

Check out the Complete Career Masterclass Collection, a set of online courses designed by former LinkedIn employees to help you take control of your career and get hired faster! 

Career Masterclass Courses include:
•    Accelerate Your Job Search with ChatGPT
•    Build a Resume + Cover Letter That Win Interviews
•    Land the Perfect Job with LinkedIn
•    Land Your First Tech Job
•    Find Your Fit 

The BCC provides all UBC Sauder students FREE lifetime access (valued at $300+.) Fill out the form and create a new account to enroll. 100% discount coupon automatically applied at checkout. If you already have an account, login here.

Access Here        

Have questions?

Stop by Drop-in to chat with the BCC’s team of Career Peer Advisors.

When: 11:00 am to 2:00 pm (Monday-Friday), during the academic year

Where: CPA Hall, outside the BCC (HA155)

Or, book a coaching & advising appointment on COOL for personalized 1:1 support.

Book on COOL

(CWL login required)

Navigate Your Career Journey

Trying to figure out what type of work interests you? Or maybe you’re wondering what resources can help you achieve your goals? No matter where you are in your unique career journey, you can use our career development model to help navigate your personal and professional goals at UBC Sauder and beyond.


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