what does CV stands for?

CV = curriculum vitae (Latin: the course of one's life)

In the U.S., it is called a "résumé," which is French for "summary!"

A CV or curriculum vitae is a marketing tool. With your CV you will be able to promote yourself. Imagine the CV as being a brochure that will list the benefits of a particular service. The service being your time and skills! When writing a CV look at it from your employers point of view. Would you stand out against the competition (the other candidates) and would the manager want to talk you for a possible job? You have to ask yourself these questions when writing your CV or curriculum vitae.

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Curriculum Vitae

CV is another name for a Resume.

It is a French / European term

Curriculum Vitae it's another name for a resume!

curriculum vitae

latin meaning course of life.

curriculum vitae...its mainly used in acdemia by people who have phD.