CV or Resume!!! What are the differences ???

The word CV and Resume are often used  interchangeably to each other.  What do you think,  Is it justifiable???  .

Well, the answer is NO !!!.

I made a small study, here is the summary.

A Curriculum Vitae (meaning course of life in Latin) can be distinguished in many ways with Resume. Perhaps the most significant divergence of the two is in their usage.

1)      Usage:

Generally, Resumes are considered appropriate while applying for jobs in private and public business. Whereas CV is a preferred document within the academic fields such as teaching, awards, professing, publication and research.

2)      Length:

CV is generally long, ranging from five to ten of even more pages!! It gives the employer a bigger picture of your achievements . While Resume is brief, succinct, and precise. Sometimes Resume is often considered to be a condensed from of CV.

3)      Purpose:

CV is typically sought for while applying positions related to academic field. Also, the use of CV is deemed appropriate while applying for high level positions where one considers applying for a ‘Career’ rather than a ‘Job’. Where the employer has no such preference and you are applying for entry level position, use of Resume can be more effective (also time saving!!!)

4)      Preference:

CV is more preferred in Europe and other parts of the world. Most US companies prefer making use of Resume (also Universities). In case of Nepal, the use of CV is most popular.

(PS: plz comment if any correction is to be made )