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CRICOS Provider Code 00098G  \n1  \nToday  \n• Resume  \n• Cover Letter  \n• Portfolio  \nPurpose of a resume and cover letter  \nTailored and evidence-based promotional documents designed to answer:  \nCan you do the job?  \nCompetency in key areas: education / experience / skills / extracurricular  \nAre you willing to do the job?  \nAttitude, interest, motivation  \nDo you fit?  \nValues, personal attributes  \nHow will you set yourself apart?  \nWhat differentiates you?  \n| Work Experience |  | Grades |  | International |  | Degree |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  | \u003Cbr>Volunteering\u003Cbr>|  | \u003Cbr>Extra Curricular\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>|  |  |  |\n| Clubs |  |  |  |  |  |  |\n|  |  |  | \u003Cbr>Motivations\u003Cbr>|  | \u003Cbr>Awards\u003Cbr>|  |\n| Certifications |  | Skills |  |  |  |  |\n\nWhat are your selling points? 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