English for Professional Purposes

• Business Letter

  • official form of communication used for several business purposes such as presenting a proposal, filing a leave, applying, etc.
  • formal and direct to the point
• Parts of Cover Letter/Application Letter

  1. date of writing
  2. heading
  3. salutations
  4. body
  5. Closing Signature
• Heading

  • part of a cover letter that includes the name of recipient, their position, institution, and recipient's address
• Salutations

  • opening greeting of the writer to recipient
• Body

  • where writer's intention is stated
• Closing Signature

  • closing greeting along with writer's entire name
• Resume

  • ticket to a job
  • record of both personal background and accomplishments which employers need in order to evaluate whether you are qualified or not
  • information written are truthful and accurate
• Steps in Making a Resume

  1. decide on a resume design
  2. Set up contact information
  3. Write Resume Introduction (objectives or description)
  4. Showcase Your Relevant Work Experience
  5. List Education
  6. Include Hard and Soft Skills
  7. Additional Section (references)