By the time I graduate it will have taken me 6 and a half years since I changed majors/didn't go full time. I even took a year off (didnt count that though). I have 134 units though. Should I list that? LIke (134 Credit Units Earned) Graduation: May 2008.
124 units is how many most graduates have but well, I have 134... and still need more
2007-03-27 19:05:49 · 9 answers · asked by Hailfire 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Are you still in school? It depends on the type of position, too. That info might be best said in the cover letter, but put year information on the resume.
For example:
Joe Bob's College of Design May 2000-Present
In the cover letter you could detail relevant courses you've taken, although you don't want to go overboard with that info. You could say something like:
While attending JBCD, I accrued 135 credit hours after changing my major from Underwater Basket Weaving to History. I took courses such as XXX and XXX which would certainly benefit my role as XXX with your company.
Or something to that effect...
Hope this helps! Good luck!
2007-03-27 19:14:27 · answer #1 · answered by NashvilleEmploymentGuide 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO you do not need to and should not list the number of credits you have. It may indicate that you were/ are indecisive and can not stick to a specific program. When job hunting and interviewing you may have to explain why it took you so long to graduate. Listing that you have so many credits may tell a recruiter that you enjoy school and are not prepared to enter the workforce. You have to show some dedication to the job you wish to embark upon. Do not be all Willy-nilly about the fact that you took so long to get through college. Be honest, truthful and confident in yourself and your accomplishments. You have worked hard and eventually earned your degree. So be proud of yourself and at the same time be prepared to answer why you are almost 30 and just now graduating form college.
Good Luck!!
2007-03-27 19:16:58 · answer #2 · answered by Leafs Rule! 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely not! Details like that can only raise questions that are difficult to answer with a positive result. Having a few more units will not make much, if any difference when it comes to deciding if someone is going to hire you. Especially if it brings up the subject that it took six years to graduate and that you took a year off. This will make you look less attractive to an employer.
2007-03-27 19:16:08 · answer #3 · answered by backpackwayne 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't. The amount of credits is irrelevant, what is relevant is your intended grad date. Just list what you are majoring in and your expected graduation month/year. If they want details they will ask. A lot of people take longer than 4 years to go through college, so your information really won't be all that unusual to see on paper.
2007-03-27 19:52:10 · answer #4 · answered by zeebarista 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not list the number of units. Only list the expected date of graduation.
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2007-03-29 03:27:11 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
record your GPA provided that that's superb. you may clarify the type you got here up with it if somebody asks. (usually you the two incorporate all 4 years or purely the learning making up your substantial.) in any different case, no person cares approximately your GPA. they want to appreciate what skills you have. stable success.
2016-11-23 20:44:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
so you have been to collage and you want my advice. I've never been. But I'd say if your asking a question like this, go back to collage for an other six years
2007-03-27 19:20:06 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
of course you should you want to impress your future employer how much you like to learn
2007-03-27 19:15:08 · answer #8 · answered by Peggy L 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes
2007-03-27 19:12:00 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋