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The importance of covering letters has ebbed and flowed over the years, mirroring that of the unemployment figures. In today’s economy, with millions unemployed, the race to gain interviews for any worth while company is in full flow. As an increasingly large number of prospective employees jostle for positions companies in turn have brought in new measures to weed out the weakest candidates and short list the strongest. The CV has, and always will be, the corner stone of the selection process however; now, more and more emphasis is being placed on the covering letter. It no longer serves as merely an introduction but a demonstration of ones written work and of ones research. It shows how the applicant has researched the company and can show that he or she is the right cultural fit for the team. As for the written side it offers the only real example of your communication skills prior to an interview. If the role has an element of writing or if the candidate is expected to interact with the public, the written word is paramount and hence covering letters are analysed for mistakes and content worth.

Students from the Kirloskar Institute of Advanced Management Studies (KIAMS) got the chance to meet and interact with the Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd. personnel from different departments on their visit to the industry. They met senior management officials of the organization. KIAMS students were specifically taken to the Human Resources (HR) and Operations departments to learn how various tasks are carried out in these departments.

The Institute of Management Technology (IMT) Ghaziabad will be holding the Convocation for the Class of 2012 at its Ghaziabad campus on March 17, 2012. Shri Pranab Mukherjee, Honble Union Minister of Finance, Government of India will deliver the Convocation Address.The ceremony will be presided over by Shri. Kamal Nath, Union Minister of Urban Development, Government of India and President, Board of Governors, Institute of Management Technology.

GoingOn Networks today announced that on March 27, 2012, in conjunction with the Sloan Consortium, it is hosting a free webinar led by Sarah Krznarich, Assistant Director of Student Engagement at ASU Online. The webinar, “Utilizing Social Technologies to Improve Faculty Communications and Collaboration,” will be at 2pm EDT and will explore how ASU is using modern online, social technologies to foster faculty engagement and resource sharing. The session will offer ASU’s lessons learned, established best practices and forward-looking strategies.

Writing a CV can be a daunting process but it is one of the most important documents that you will ever need to write. Find out some of the key areas to get right from our panel of experts.

According to recent news reports, more and more students are opting to take online courses in order to earn a college degree. Researchers have estimated that within two years, the vast majority of students will take at least some of their classes online.

More college-bound students are utilizing the information resources at CJ-Direct.com to explore the growing options in criminal justice schools and programs. The Criminal Justice Direct Website provides information for prospective new students as well as continuing education students looking at school, program and career options in criminal justice.

The focus on knowledge sharing has made Green Tree Partnerships and La Salle University’s joint venture a fruitful and prominent one. Once again, both institutions have teamed up to present the Sixth Annual Autism Conference--Building Bridges: Supportive Practices from Birth to Adulthood--on Friday, May 4 at 8:00 a.m. Taking place at La Salle University’s Student Union Building, this annual gathering has become the go-to place for professional development, education and inspiration.

With one of the most extensive libraries of online CME in ultrasound IAME is now your one stop for meeting your triennial ARDMS CME requirement.

As the Olympic Games approach, LSBF School of English is expanding its extensive options of English language courses with the Summer Games Package. This new programme is a once in a lifetime opportunity for students around the world to experience the atmosphere of the Olympics while learning English in central London, and even practice their English skills with ex-Olympic athlete guest speakers.

The Institute for Advanced Medical Education (IAME) is introducing an important new conference for radiologists, ‘Managing the Incidentaloma,’ set to take place at the Wynn Las Vegas April 20-21. The faculty assembled for this symposium, led by Michael P. Federle, MD, FACR, includes members of the ACR Incidental Findings Committee and will discuss the most common incidentalomas encountered during interpretation of thoraco-abdominal CT and MR.

Accademia Italiana di Lingua (AIL) is a professional association of schools, institutions and experts in the field of teaching Italian as a foreign language. The association guarantees its members high standards of education and represents a variety of institutions in Italy and abroad. Its main office is located in Florence, Italy.

With the growing concerns about many for-profit institutions of higher learning, the online educational directory Intelicus offers potential students an expansive view of pursuing a master degree online from a nonprofit institution. Intelicus is the Internet’s premier education directory of nonprofit online schools and degrees with an emphasis on online master’s degree program tracks.

The Law Faculty at Griffith College is presently hosting the Irish Innocence Project which is an integral part of the international Innocence Network. Information on several diploma programs to be delivered by experts.

According to financial experts, public health is a steadily growing field that offers interesting work, a stable career, and typically a very good salary. As the population of the United States gets older, and the shortage of physician becomes more pronounced, the public health system is also experiencing a shortage of workers.

Businesses, particularly large businesses, can have very complicated structures and operations, particularly if they are an international or multi-national enterprise. Due to their size it often becomes difficult being able to coordinate all the business functions required in order to achieve commercial success. For this reason, many large firms are seeking suitably-qualified project managers, people they rely on in order to ensure various tasks are completed on time and within budget.

There are many colleges with zoology courses. Preparing for a Bachelor’s Degree in Zoology requires a lot of patience and serious studying. This all sounds very daunting; however, it is actually very rewarding. Thus, the Zoology Career site will help aspirants to know all the details they need as they take another step closer to their dreams of becoming a zoologist.

Pest Control CEUs provides continuing education for pest control technicians offering quality, affordable online learning. Modeled after Quantum Units Continuing Education, a leader in the health care CEUs arena, Pest Control CEUs gives prompt attention to customer concerns and has a commitment to adding new courses monthly.

Flex CEUs announces two new February 2012 course offerings for Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists

Australia is truly the lucky country. With an economy defying the global downturn, great employment opportunities and a strong dollar, it’s no wonder that people everywhere are embracing international travel like never before, both for business and leisure. As airfares tumble, more and more travellers are turning to Europe as their destination of choice as a weak Euro makes for a trip that is more affordable than ever.

With the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) 2012 Job Outlook Report stating that a number of engineering degrees make up the majority of their in-demand hire list, more prospective students are seeking info from EngineeringDegreeGuides.org. The Website provides information on obtaining an engineering degree online by delving into the various programs, admissions requirements, tuition costs and career tracks as well as the top engineering schools in the country.

According to financial experts, the field of healthcare is continuing to thrive despite the still-shaky economy. Many people—both students who are just starting out and those who are currently working—are considering going to school to earn the advanced degree they need to work in a healthcare management position.

Every day, people go to a job they do not emotionally connect with simply to make enough money to pay their bills. For most people, the ability to combine their life passion with their occupation would be a dream come true.

London Piano Institute announced today that the company is providing adults all across the UK with the most comprehensive and engaging lessons to help students learn the art of playing the piano quickly and easily. Adult pianists of all skills levels will be able to enjoy piano lessons London taught from one of the premier pianists in the UK, Celine Gaurier-Joubert. The piano pedagogue has already helped hundreds of students achieve their dream of mastering this intricate instrument.

According to experts, the health care industry is continuing to thrive despite the still-struggling economy. In fact, the medical profession is growing even faster than physicians are graduating from medical school, which is leading to shortages in the workforce.