Here are some important points to note about the difference between both documents: In their simplest form; A Cover Letter as the name implies, can cover any kind of document--a report, a CV/résumé, a budget, application package, even an application letter!, while an Application Letter is specifically an application for seeking a job.

An application letter is often intended to stand on its own, and basically contains your qualifications and describes a bit of who you are and what you have done, as well as, your objectives and why you want to apply for a job.

Whereas a cover letter generally can't be the applicant's only document submitted to express interest in a job opening. A cover letter typically accompanies each resume you send out.

A cover letter should complement, not duplicate, your resume. Its purpose is to interpret the data-oriented, factual resume and add a personal touch.

A Cover Letter is usually a page you have typed in the format of any buisness letter in which you introduce yourself to a perspective employer.

While an Application can sometimes be a form that is given by a hiring company or person in which you would fill in information asked for on this form that would often be included in a resume. Many employers will ask you to write to them perhaps in the form of application letters when they advertise jobs. Sometimes you will be asked to send your CV or resume. Your CV or curriculum vitae lists your educational and career history and is a useful summary for an employer of all your educational and employment achievements up to the present time.

You must always ensure that it is up to date. A covering letter may then be very useful because you can enclose it with your CV or the completed application letter. In your covering letter you can then draw attention to particular information which you wish to highlight in the other documents it covers (application letter or CV). Finally, however, to clear your doubts, cover letters can also sometimes be used as application letters. I hope this helps.

Emeka Taiwo Ahmed
20 Second Ave.
Surulere, Lagos
April 7, 2013
The Human Resource Manager
XYZ Company
123 Central District.
Abuja, Nigeria
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am interested in the Coordinator position advertised on
ABC Media. Given my related experience and excellent
capabilities I would appreciate your consideration for this
job opening. My skills are an ideal match for this position.
As a professional administrative assistant with excellent
research skills, I am eager to contribute my abilities and
experience to XYZ Company. Given my extensive training
and background, I believe I can help XYZ Company meet its
goal of providing only the most accurate and timely
information to its clients.
Please find enclosed my resume and a list of my references.
Feel free to call me at 1234567890, to arrange a time to
meet. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Emeka Taiwo Ahmed.

nice one bro

@danduchi, wot u wrote just now, is it a cover letter or an application letter?

johndwayy:
@danduchi, wot u wrote just now, is it a cover letter or an application letter?

a cover letter

Now i know the difference. Thanks op for the enlightment.

Op, what u have just done will change some peoples lives and mindset. Excellent!
But it would 've been good if u equally give an example of application letter since u hav given for cover letter

Babzrockman:
Op, what u have just done will change some peoples lives and mindset. Excellent!
But it would 've been good if u equally give an example of application letter since u hav given for cover letter

Dats the truth... Op please give a sample of application letter aslo.

johndwayy:

Dats the truth... Op please give a sample of application letter aslo.

I love this letter. It already put the job seeker in very bright light that can catch any attention

Good effort OP.

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Good one @op
Now i know.

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Sample of a good Application letter.

4, Asa street,
Ikeja Lagos.
Ist June,2006.
The Human resources Manager,
ABC Nigeria Limited.
4, Tom street, Ibadan
Oyo state
Dear sir,
APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF A CHIEF ACCOUNTANT
I read with extreme interest your advertisement in The
Guardian Newspaper of May 30th 2006 for the post of a
Chief Accountant. My second class upper grade in
Accounting,proffessional qualification (ACA), Master degree
in finance and many years cognate experience seems to
fit me well for this position.
I understand this post requires a candidate with strong
analytical mind,a self starter ,who must be able to work with
lesser supervision.
All this attributes are already part of me as evidenced by my
rapid promotion in the past. Kindly contact me at the above address or through my telephone number 08038363655 for an interview where my ability to add value to ABC Nigeria limited can be assessed. Thank you for your time and considration
Yours faithfully,
Adekunle Olufunso

Nice job @ op
However, I wish to add that a covering letter should have at least 3 paragraphs without leaving any margin.
The first paragraph should also indicate when you will be available to start with the company.
The second and third should express your skills and what makes you stand out tall for the job.
Once more good job!


To fellow joblanders,let's ensure to add a cover letter to any application whether it was asked or not. It strengthens
strengthens your CV.


.lalasticlala come and see food ooo

Danduchi Thanks a lot for those perfect samples up there, I think lalasticlala needs to see this

Thanks OP....a million hugs for you!

Educative

For job seekers

After all this packaging, they will still give the job to the person with the fake britico accent or the most bleached girl or family members & friends of the company.

ok

letter na letter ask buhari!

well done op.

Educating....

It's [size=15pt]LadyF[/size] again

When it comes to applying for a job, there's no difference between a cover letter and an application letter. Both must be accompanied with a resume or CV and are designed to influence the hiring manager or HR's decision.

Ok

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Nice one bro

Very useful. A sample cv would be great. There are many formats out there now.

Well done

This is just the same as my OAU predegree english note on application and cover letter...op Oya confess!
BTW nice knowledge shared there!

Wow thanks for this.

profeoo:
Nice job @ op
However, I wish to add that a covering letter should have at least 3 paragraphs without leaving any margin.
The first paragraph should also indicate when you will be available to start with the company.
The second and third should express your skills and what makes you stand out tall for the job.
Once more good job!


To fellow joblanders,let's ensure to add a cover letter to any application whether it was asked or not. It strengthens
strengthens your CV.


.lalasticlala come and see food ooo

can u write ur cover letter in d body of ur email wit ur attached cv? If yes, do u nid to include ur address and d addressee, jst like d Op did in d above cover letter