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POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES

Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs
OPEN UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
Surname, First Name M.I. OACT 40023 1x1
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Course and Section Assignment No. 3
Inst.: Richard L. Sana

Directions: Answer the following items briefly with the best of your knowledge.

Case Study: Overcoming Challenges in Job Application

Case Scenario:
Pedro, a recent college graduate with a degree in office management, is eager to kick-
start his career in the corporate industry. He's been diligently searching for an executive secretary
position and has found a promising opportunity at a reputable company. He is eager to kick-start
his career but faces several challenges in the job application process.

1. What steps will Pedro take to research the company before applying for the job? How will
he incorporate his findings into his application materials?
2. What key information should Pedro include on his resume? How can he tailor his
application to make it stand out to the hiring manager?
3. What strategies can Pedro use to prepare for his interview? How can he effectively
communicate his passion for an executive secretary during the interview?
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POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs
OPEN UNIVERSITY SYSTEM

1. What steps will Pedro take to research the company before applying for the job? How will
he incorporate his findings into his application materials?

- Pedro will research the company by reviewing its website, reading recent news
articles, checking social media accounts, and exploring employee reviews on sites like
Glassdoor. He will incorporate his findings by aligning his skills and experiences with
the company's values and goals in his resume, cover letter, and interview responses.

2. What key information should Pedro include on his resume? How can he tailor his
application to make it stand out to the hiring manager?

- Pedro should include his contact information, relevant work experience, skills,
education, and any relevant certifications on his resume. To make his application stand
out, he can tailor his resume to highlight key accomplishments that directly relate to
the job requirements, use keywords from the job description, and customize his
resume format to make it visually appealing and easy to read.

3. What strategies can Pedro use to prepare for his interview? How can he effectively
communicate his passion for an executive secretary during the interview?

- He can prepare for his interview by practicing common interview questions,

researching the company and the role, and preparing examples of his
accomplishments. To effectively communicate his passion for the executive secretary
role, Pedro should showcase his enthusiasm by discussing how his skills align with
the duties of the job, highlighting his relevant experience, and demonstrating a strong
understanding of the industry and the impact of the role.