PROJECT
MODULE BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
INTAKE JANUARY 2020 SEMESTER 2
YEAR 1
TOTAL MARKS 60
Answer ALL questions below. [60 marks]
1. What is a Resume? (5 marks)
2. Explain the process of planning your resume including how to choose the best
resume approach. (7 marks)
3. What aspects will you include about yourself when you prepare your own resume?
(10 marks)
4. A resume is accompanied by an Application Letter or a Cover Letter. What is the
objective of the application letter or cover letter? (2 marks)
5. What should you include in your application letter? (6 marks)
6. You have recently viewed an advertisement in the local newspaper, “The Natal
Mercury”, for the position of a Manager at Debonairs. Write a formal letter of application
for the above vacancy in the traditional and professional format. (30 marks)
The body of your answer should be 180- 200 words (20-25 lines) in length.
Pay careful attention to the following:
● Audience, register, tone and style
● Choice of words and language structure
● Format
Criteria for Assessment
Criteria Marks
Content and Format 18
Language and Style 12
Total 30
TOTAL MARKS: 60