Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

professional-background

noun

/prəˈfɛʃənl ˈbækɡraʊnd/

Definition

The experience, education, and skills that a person has acquired in their career.

Examples

Her professional background includes ten years in marketing and communications.
It’s important to outline your professional background on your resume.
He was hired for the job because his professional background matched the company’s needs.

Meaning

Professional background refers to the sum of an individual’s work experience, academic qualifications, and practical skills that contribute to their professional identity.