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How to Make a Business Resume

Some college degrees provide limited options, whereas pursuing a business degree opens endless doors. From overseeing the operations of a business to recruiting top talent, business occupations can be highly rewarding. 

Writing the perfect resume  and tinkering with a cover letter maker may seem like the least fun way to spend your time, but like your career choice, if you invest in some upfront work,  your resume will work hard for you, and the rewards can be limitless . 

We’ve done the heavy lifting, so you can spend more time hunting for that ideal job. 

Take advantage of our seven business resume examples and our proven writing tips that will set you up for success. Your resume, we’re sure, will stand apart from the competition, ushering you into your dream job in 2024.

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Why this resume works

• Your business resume can benefit from a  resume summary  if you’ve been in your industry for at least 10 years. While not required, it can showcase your work experience and any specializations you’ve acquired along the length of your career.  
• While you’re job hunting, verify that you’re qualified for the role as some positions require a master’s degree. An MBA will really help you stand out among other applicants on your business resume.
• We suggest you show how you met those goals using numbers and statistics, as they’re easy to read and speak volumes quickly.

Business Student Resume

• You already have a track record in increasing traffic, boosting brand visibility, and using analytics to grow brands. Leverage past success to propel your potential in your business student resume.

Experienced Business Analyst Resume

• It’s a good idea to include abilities that are mentioned in the  business job description  of the position you’re applying for (if you’re honestly skilled in those areas). Don’t fib, but don’t sell yourself short either!
• For example, if you’re skilled with SQL, try writing about the impact you made using SQL in a previous position.

Experienced Business Development Manager Resume

• Reverse-chronological formatting displays your most recent or current position at the top, which will likely be most similar to the position you’re seeking. 
• This format also shows the evolution of your career history naturally. Your latter work history may detail more basic duties and less responsibility, and you’ll want the job you’ve listed first to clearly showcase your advanced expertise. 
• Choose a template that’s both professional and eye-catching. 
• Be consistent with your  resume formatting . Headings, font, and even punctuation (or lack thereof) should be consistent. 

Business Administration Resume

• Display how you helped cut costs, increased productivity, automated processes for optimal performance, etc.

Business Management Resume

• Avoid personal pronouns, adjectives, or non-active verbs. Instead, start with strong verbs, such as “defined” and “beat.”
• Make your way over to our free  resume checking tool  for more on using active verbs, getting your grammar just right, and ensuring your resume’s spit-spot. 
• While optional, a well-written, concise couple of sentences highlighting your best self, coupled with a few impressive metrics, can be a slam dunk for an interview.
• Keep each bullet point’s content fresh and varied.

HR Business Partner Resume

• Many times, adjusting the spacing, margin size, or even rearranging the sections can do just the trick. 
• Accomplish this with a  resume career summary  if you boast at least 10 years in your field. It’ll set you apart from the rookies! You can leverage your summary to remind the employer that you want this position and are aiming to contribute to the rise of the company with any noteworthy specializations you have under your belt. 
• A final formatting tip—prominently display your contact information close to your name, so a busy employer can readily and easily contact you; don’t give them a reason to trash your resume.  

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• Business Development
• Operations manager

Stay tuned for a quick step-by-step guide on how to make your own business resume. Use this guide and a business resume template above to get your foot in the door. 

Choose a professional resume template that compliments the company’s tone. A business degree opens the door to a myriad of jobs, which range from casual to formal roles. As a business development manager in the healthcare industry, you might choose a more traditional resume template. On the other hand, if you plan to your use your business degree to be a project manager in the travel industry, a creative resume template could work well.

Within your resume’s contact header, add the business title you desire beneath your name. Get this information directly from the job description. For instance, a business development specialist might also be called a business development associate or business development representative. Adding this professional touch is one way to show the company you care about getting the details right.

If you have a master’s degree in business, list that first. Follow that with your bachelor’s. If you’re freshly graduated, consider adding relevant coursework, such as Principles of Operations Management or Business Finance, beneath your most recent education as well as your GPA if it’s above a 3.5 and any academic awards that are relevant to your degree.

Ask yourself how your work tangibly impacted a company or further developed its operations and processes. Did you identify gaps in reporting, which led you to oversee the development of more robust documentation? Did you experiment with pricing to improve customer lifetime value? Did you increase annual revenue through a referral program you created?

Your resume’s job description bullet points are a chance to share quantifiable business accomplishments rather than daily responsibilities. And your business cover letter is the perfect place to dive into the details of how you made those accomplishments happen.

Your business background means you could be skilled in communication, CRM, negotiation, employee onboarding, or even technical abilities like SQL, Python, or data analysis. It depends on the direction you’ve gone and the company’s job description that’s caught your attention. Try jotting down your skills. In a new column, jot down the skills mentioned in the job listing. Which ones are the same? Those are the business skills to include in your skills section.

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Undergraduate Resume and Cover Letter

The Eller Professional Development Center (PDC) offers student walk-in hours with our Professional Development Associates, or appointments with the Eller Career Coaches to assist with your resume and cover letter development. The PDC is located in McClelland Hall 203.   

Appointments   Make an appointment with an Eller Career Coach through  eSMS , select “Career Advising” under appointment type.

Student Walk-in Hours   The Professional Development Associates are Eller paraprofessional students who offer weekly walk-in hours for resume and cover letter development, interview skills and other career related questions.  View our hours.

Resume Development

The resume is primarily a marketing tool designed to interest a potential employer in your qualifications and skills. The resume is your advertisement and "selling piece" to persuade an employer to interview you. It is a summary of your experiences, not your full-length biography.

Resume Checklist

Clean and error free.

Your resume must be neat. An initial impression is made in the first five seconds. If your resume is difficult to read, it may be thrown aside and not considered. Furthermore, even one error will make an employer question the quality of all your work.

Formatted Consistently

You should ensure that your resume uses consistent verb tenses, font and sizing. Use the provided Eller template for consistent resume formatting.

Concise and Easy to Read

Limit your resume to one 8 1/2" x 11" page printed with a laser printer. Use the following guidelines as a standard to follow:

• Use 10-point font minimum, Times New Roman or Ariel preferred
• Use even margins, minimum of .5 inch
• Use a minimum number of words and use bullet points; important skills and information should be highlighted and easy to spot, not buried in lengthy paragraphs
• Use at least 20-pound bond paper in a plain or off-white color. Keep in mind that many resumes are photocopied, and gray or dark colors do not reproduce well

Positive, Action-Oriented Words

Maintain a positive word choice—Avoid saying “not” or “none.” The reader should feel that you are optimistic in your approach. Use "action" words and action-verb phrases in order to make your job responsibilities distinct and powerful. Highlight any leadership involvement and opportunities you took to initiate or lead.

Correct Grammar

• Ensure consistent and correct use of punctuation and capitalization.
• Use the language of your specific industry when you are sure it will be understood
• Limit use of abbreviations/acronyms
• Avoid the use of pronouns ("I" and "me") and unnecessary articles such as "a” and "the."
• Use consistent verb tense (present tense for current positions; past tense for previous work)
• Use conventional abbreviations and capitalization for resumes
• Spell out months and street addresses (August not Aug; Street, Avenue not St., Ave.)
• Abbreviate states using the U.S. Postal abbreviations. Be sure to capitalize both letters in the abbreviation (AZ not Az; CA not Ca)
• Capitalize languages (i.e. Spanish not spanish)
• Write out all years fully in consistent format (2016 - 2017 not 2016-17)
• Periods are not required when using bullets; periods may or may not be used, but you must be consistent throughout
• Be extremely careful when spelling and capitalizing computer software and hardware. Check the correct spelling and capitalization with the manuals. (ex. PowerPoint not Powerpoint)

Sample Resumes

Download and read sample resumes in PDF format:

• Wilma Wildcat

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Strengthen Your Resume

Action verbs, action phrases.

Administered plan..  Assisted in the coordination of...  Assumed responsibility Carried out...  Chaired a task force .....  Compiled data for...  Completed a $XX.XX project   Contributed to the development of...  Created new campaign/committee/   Interviewed, organized and trained XX staff members...  Developed new system to...  Hired and supervised a staff of XX   Improved....resulting in....  Initiated and Implemented new ...   Increased sales by...  Involved in the development...   Managed the successful completion of...  Oversaw all aspects of ...   Provided services which...  Received extensive training in....   Referred customers to.....  Responsible for marketing and…

Cover Letter Development

Cover letters can distinguish you from other potential candidates. The cover letter is an important component to give you an edge on other applicants that may have similar experience. We have developed sample letters that can give you a better idea of what key questions to answer in your cover letter.

Cover Letter Checklist

• One page maximum
• 10-point font minimum, Times New Roman preferred
• Even margins, minimum of one inch around
• Well balanced use of white space
• Block formal letter format
• Clean grammar and spelling
• Avoid the use of acronyms that may seem vague
• Avoid the use of informal contractions
• Use paragraph breaks to make it easier to read
• Include return address, date and recipient address
• Letter is addressed to someone specific if possible
• Introductory paragraph introduces candidate and purpose
• Do not start with “My name is…”
• Avoid starting each sentence with “I”
• Body of document should include reference to specific examples
• Explain why you are interested in the company/job/industry
• Final paragraph should express appreciation for consideration
• Ask for specific action if possible
• Indicate how you will follow-up about the position

Distinctive Expression

• Catch the readers interest by detailing your qualifications
• Avoid listing or regurgitating what is already on your resume
• Provide evidence that you surpass the other candidates
• Emphasize that you are a good fit with the organization’s objectives
• Focus on what you can do for the company, not what the company can do for you
• Compliment the company’s successes
• Make it clear that you understand the mission and company culture

Cover Letter Guidelines

Professional admissions.

Your city, state

Eller College Admissions Committee McClelland Hall 204 1130 E. Helen St. Tucson, Arizona 85721-0108

Dear Eller College Admissions Committee:

The OPENING PARAGRAPH should explain: What major you’re applying for, the reason why you selected this major, and how the selected major relates to your future career aspirations.

The MIDDLE PARAGRAPH(s) should: Highlight a specific instance from your co-curricular activities, work experience, and/or accomplishments. You should highlight transferrable skills from a specific experience and explain how those are applicable to what you are applying for. Consider the following:

• What have you learned in through the experience you’ve highlighted?
• What transferrable skills have you gained from this experience?
• Summarize/relate how the experience and skills you outline above apply to your major or being admitted to Eller.

Paragraph 2 (Optional): Be sure to diversify this experience and set of skills from the one outlined above in Paragraph 1. Choose a different experience and skill set. Consider the same type of content noted above.

The CLOSING PARAGRAPH should: Give some compelling yet specific reasons why you should be part of the Eller College. Consider the following:

• What can you contribute to this community? What makes you who you are?
• Sum up how you will be an effective member of the Eller College.
• End with a sentence of thanks. Ex. “Thank you for taking the time to review my letter.”

Your Typewritten Name

Other considerations for your Cover Letter Make reference to experiences on your resume, but do not simply repeat information; fill in between the lines of the resume in order to help the reader assess your skills and abilities related to their individual needs. This is the perfect time to make the interviewer want to read your resume!

Full-Time Job or Internship

This section should be one-to two-inch margin from the top.

Your Present Address  City, State and Zip Code  Telephone Number  E-mail Address  Date 

Person's Name  Title  Organization Name  Street Address  City, State and Zip Code 

Dear First-name Last-name: (Always include the individual's name with whom the letter is addressed)

Opening Paragraph:   The opening paragraph should include:

• Why you are writing
• The name of the position, field or type of work you are interested in
• Where you received notification of the organization’s need for the position you are applying for
• The opening paragraph is an ideal place to catch the reader's attention. Mention why you are so interested in the organization, how you found out about the organization and that you believe you are an ideal candidate. 

Middle Paragraph(s):  The middle paragraph(s) should include:

• Why you are interested in your desired career
• Qualifications related to the position, field or type of work you are applying for
• Why you want to pursue employment with the particular employer
• Make reference to your resume, but do not simply repeat information; fill in between the lines of the resume in order to help the reader assess your skills and abilities related to their individual needs. This is the perfect time to make the employer want to read your resume!
• Be specific, but concise; the cover letter should never be longer than one page 

Closing Paragraph:  The closing paragraph should include: What the next step of the process is:

• Reiterate you interest and briefly restate a summary of your qualifications
• Request an interview and state that you will follow up in 10 business days to see if an interview can be scheduled
• Thank the reader for their time and consideration 

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