Seminar on “How to Create a Professional Resume”

“How to Create a Professional Resume” – 19.02.2026

The IQAC and Conquer Club of the Department of Corporate Secretaryship organized a Seminar on “How to Create a Professional Resume” with the objective to equip students with the knowledge to prepare a clear, well-structured, and professional resume that effectively highlights their qualifications, skills, and achievements, thereby enhancing their employability and career opportunities. 34 students actively participated in the seminar. The session was highly informative focusing on a step-by-step approach to resume preparation with detailed explanations on appropriate font sizes and formatting standards.

The seminar began with the structure and components of a professional resume, including – Header, Objective, Education, Work Experience, Skills, Achievements, References. The recommended professional font styles such as Times New Roman, Arial, and Calibri were discussed. Students were instructed to maintain consistency in font size throughout the document, typically using a larger font size for the name (14–16 pt), headings (12–14 pt), and body text (10–12 pt). The proper use of bold and italics for emphasis was demonstrated to ensure clarity without over-formatting.

The session also highlighted the importance of maintaining uniform spacing, alignment, and margins to ensure a neat presentation. A thorough proofreading was insisted to avoid grammatical errors, spelling mistakes, and formatting inconsistencies before finalizing the resume. The seminar enabled students to understand the essential elements of resume writing and provided them with clear guidelines to create a professional and impactful resume.