I've applied to a job and the post stated a 3.5 gpa. I was no where near that (I graduated a little over a year ago). I do have some other experience etc. that are valuable. Will they automatically lose interest in me due to this? Is there anything else I can/should do?
2006-09-30 02:59:55 · 6 answers · asked by Diamonds_4Ever 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Most likely toe employer won't even know your GPA unless YOU tell it.
2006-09-30 03:14:08 · answer #1 · answered by me 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
GPA is only used as a tie breaker. They know they are going to get flooded with applications, so they use the GPA to artificially clamp the flurry.
They won't look at the GPA at all unless they have to pick between candidates that are completely identical in every other aspect.
I have been in the work force for 14 years and I am still waiting to be asked about my GPA for my bachelor's degree.
2006-09-30 08:11:40 · answer #2 · answered by veraperezp 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The gpa shows not only that you know the field, but that you could do well in school and put the effort in. If they get another applicant with the 3.5 and experience you are definitely out, if they think your work experience trumps that, you may get called in for an interview to explain your poor grades. You'd better think up a good excuse for them.
2006-09-30 03:04:08 · answer #3 · answered by tomhale138 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It certainly has a bearing, but how you conduct yourself in the interview will have more of a bearing. And how persistent you are in pursuing the position. Employers appreciate go getters.
2006-09-30 03:13:52 · answer #4 · answered by Italian girl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
GPA means absolutely nothing when getting hired. Don't' believe the hype!
2006-09-30 03:01:57 · answer #5 · answered by Teacher Man 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it means a lot exsepecialy if ur tring to get into a colidge
2006-09-30 03:09:21 · answer #6 · answered by Cool Gurl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋