There are certain items which must be included in every CV and others that may or may not be mentioned depending on whether they are relevant to a specific situations or not. The items which must be included are as follows:
1. Personal information's : Name, age, marital status, address, telephone number etc.
2. Educational background.
3. Academic honors/achievements.
5. Membership of professional organizations
6. Employment history
7. Extra-curricular activities : Personal achievements and demonstrated group leadership experience. Hobbies/Interests may be mentioned only if they enhance the individual's image and show sincerity and seriousness in pursuing an avocation e.g. position or rank held in the field of interest
8. Career goals and job objectives.
9. Preparation made toward attainment of career goals by way of courses taken, articles/papers published assignments handled etc.
The C V may not include the following items unless specifically asked for by the employer or in a specific situation where this information could be useful in marketing the candidate. Most of the items listed do not directly add to the candidate's talent abilities or qualifications.
1. Willingness to travel or relocate.
2. Statement of health.
3. Reasons for leaving past job.
4. Names and addresses of referees.