Session on CV Building and Writing Workshop with Ms. Ayushree Thapa at Embark College

Embark College organized a highly practical and career-focused Session on CV Building and Writing Workshop on 29th June 2026 for BSc. Business Management (BSc. BM) and MBA students. The workshop was expertly led by Ms. Ayushree Thapa, a dedicated career coach, HR professional, and specialist in personal branding and professional communication with extensive experience in talent acquisition and student development.

The workshop was designed to address one of the most critical skills students need as they prepare for internships, placements, and future careers creating a compelling, professional, and ATS-friendly CV. Ms. Thapa began by explaining how a strong CV serves as a powerful marketing tool that can open doors to opportunities, while a weak one can result in missed chances even for highly qualified candidates.

Students received comprehensive guidance on modern CV writing best practices. Ms. Thapa covered essential components such as crafting a powerful professional summary, structuring the document for maximum readability, effectively showcasing academic achievements, internships, projects, extracurricular activities, and technical skills. She stressed the importance of using strong action verbs, quantifying achievements with numbers, and tailoring the CV for specific job roles or industries.

Special attention was given to common mistakes that often weaken CVs, including generic templates, irrelevant information, poor formatting, inconsistent language, and failure to align content with job descriptions. Ms. Thapa also demonstrated how to optimize CVs for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) used by many companies, ensuring they pass initial automated screenings while remaining attractive to human recruiters.

The session was highly interactive and hands-on. Participants worked on their individual CVs in real time, received personalized feedback from Ms. Thapa, and engaged in peer review exercises. She presented real before-and-after examples, showing dramatic improvements through better structure, language, and content organization. For MBA students, she provided advanced tips on highlighting leadership roles, consultancy projects, research work, and strategic contributions. BSc. BM students learned how to effectively showcase academic projects, internships, and extracurricular involvement to compensate for limited professional experience.

Ms. Thapa also discussed the growing importance of maintaining a strong LinkedIn profile that complements the CV. She shared strategies for building a consistent professional online presence, networking effectively, and using digital platforms to enhance career prospects.

The workshop went beyond technical writing skills. Ms. Thapa motivated students to view their CV as a reflection of their personal brand and professional journey. She encouraged them to focus on

authenticity, clarity, and value creation rather than simply listing duties and responsibilities. Her engaging delivery style and practical approach kept students highly involved throughout the session.

Ms. Ayushree Thapa’s expertise in career development and recruitment brought tremendous value to the workshop. With her rich background in guiding students and young professionals, she was able to address specific concerns relevant to the Nepali job market while also preparing students for international opportunities.

The session concluded with an extended and lively question-and-answer segment. Students actively participated, seeking advice on handling employment gaps, writing effective cover letters, customizing CVs for different sectors, preparing for interviews, and building long-term career strategies. Ms. Thapa provided detailed, personalized recommendations that students found immediately useful and highly motivating.

This CV Building and Writing Workshop proved to be one of the most beneficial career development sessions for Embark College students. In an increasingly competitive job market, the ability to present oneself professionally through a strong CV is an essential skill that can significantly influence career trajectories. The workshop not only improved students’ technical abilities but also boosted their self-confidence and clarity regarding their professional positioning.

By organizing such targeted, skill-building workshops, Embark College demonstrates its strong commitment to providing holistic education that extends well beyond classroom learning. These initiatives play a vital role in preparing for BSc. BM and MBA graduates transition successfully from academia to the professional world with confidence and competence.

Students left the session with revised and significantly improved CVs, along with practical tools and knowledge they can continue to apply throughout their careers. The overwhelming positive feedback