http://www.englishforums.com/search/pro.htm?q=tag%3aCover+LetterSearch results for 'tag:Cover Letter' matching tag 'Cover Letter'en-USXMOD (Build: 3616.28671)http://www.englishforums.com/English/CoverLetterSportDevelopment/lpmlb/post.htmSun, 22 Nov 2009 16:07:32 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:996082zanyteMaybe someone can help me with cover letter for university. I need this letter to apply for the Bachelor's Degree program in Sport Development. Can you send me your cover letter example to (Email removed) or just post it here? Thanks :)http://www.englishforums.com/English/CoverLetter/lpjkc/post.htm#995945Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:32:41 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:995945cliveHi, The lack of replies suggests that no-one knows. This does not seem to be a standard thing to put on a letter. Best wishes, Clivehttp://www.englishforums.com/English/CvCoverLetterReservationAgent-Hotel/lpzkg/post.htmFri, 20 Nov 2009 16:32:12 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:994047roman1836Good evening to everybody, my name is Roman, I would like to work as an reservation agent. Please may you control my CV and cover letter which I´m sending to human recourse department. You can download from the link below or read the text under the wide line. -- http://ulozto.net/3110974/job-2009-reservation-department-cover-letter-example-.zip http://ulozto.net/3110973/cv-roman-complet-list-example.zip password: reservation -- my email address is (Email removed) or (Email removed) Thank you very much in advance for any advice. Best regards Roman --------------------------- Dear Mrs. .., I'm writing to express my interest in the Part-time Reservation Agent position listed on ..cz I have serious interest for this position and can...http://www.englishforums.com/English/HelpWriteLetterMotivation/ljbxl/post.htm#967607Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:48:00 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:967607chiliblossomHi Adeel, How soon do you need this? I'd need at least a couple of hours and, unfortunately, I am juggling too many things in my life right now. I can only help you in short spurts. You should also know that writing is not something that comes easy for me. You should see how long I've spent writing my resume and it's still not finished! I found this link for you on How to Write a Scholarship "letter of motivation" (a LOM is the same thing as a cover letter, right? ) Anyway, read it, apply it to your letter. After you have done so, if you need help with use of English, then I will help you. http://www.ehow.com/how_2294477_write-scholarship-cover-letter.html "Dear Madam/Sir, {Try to find out the...http://www.englishforums.com/English/IsSentencePoliteSuitable/lwjmq/post.htmTue, 03 Nov 2009 18:05:26 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:960856uktousThe following sentence will be the first sentence in my cover letter, for post, for my job application. I have applied online. However, I would like to send you my CV, via post as well, to demonstrate my genuine interest in the xx vacancy. is my sentence polite and suitable if not, could you please amend the vocabularyhttp://www.englishforums.com/English/HowWriteCoverLetter/lhrdw/post.htm#958254Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:49:00 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:958254uktousthank you, i supposed i have to write the word "degree"http://www.englishforums.com/English/Master/lhjpq/post.htm#956455Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:29:06 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:956455uktousbad news.. i don't want to combine those 2 sentences, because my cover letter will be too long. English is confusing. master = holder of the second university degree postgraduate = person doing postgraduate studieshttp://www.englishforums.com/English/Master/lhjpq/post.htmThu, 29 Oct 2009 05:19:53 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:955994uktousI hold a Master degree. In a cover letter for job applicatipn, it is common to write I am a hard-working, creative and resposible Master ..? or I should write I am a hard-working, creative and resposible postgraduate ..?http://www.englishforums.com/English/Fleid/lhjnc/post.htm#955984Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:53:02 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:955984uktousyes, 1 BA and 1 MA And I will write the sentence in a cover letter for job application. If I write "I have both a bachelor's and master's in music", the sentence will give employer an impression that I got 1 BA degree in Music and 1 MA degree in Music. However, when he looks at my CV, he will know my MA degree is Music tech, but not music. I just worry that employers will feel my cover letter not telling the truth.http://www.englishforums.com/English/HelpCoveringLetterPhd/crdhl/post.htm#955324Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:32:14 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:955324punkybrewsterHi Dilip, please write a first draft, copy and post it in this forum; then we will offer you advice on how to improve it. Also please read this important notice and this post is about how to write a motivation letter.http://www.englishforums.com/English/YouSendingArticleJournal/lhdcz/post.htmTue, 27 Oct 2009 00:17:35 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:954028volcano1985You are sending an article to a Journal tor publication and wish to alert the editor to the fact that the article is based on the results of research which lasted tor nearly ten years, in your covering letter you say: A) it seems like ten years now since l began working on this research project and have finally got the results that are detailed in this article. B) During the past decade, I enjoyed collecting the material for this article. l hope you think it is worthwhile. C) The material is completely reliable: I collected it all myself. D) I do have more material, but I think this article is quite long enough. E) I would like to point out that this article draws upon almost a decade-long research-work. I think E, what...http://www.englishforums.com/English/HowWriteCoverLetter/lhrdw/post.htmMon, 26 Oct 2009 04:53:54 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:953181uktoushi, I got a second class BSc computing degree and a second class MSc computing degree. I want to mention both of them are second class. What is the best way to write it in a cover letter for job application? few examples: I have second class honours degrees of BSc and MSc in computing. I have second class honours BSc's degree and MSc's degree in computing. I have second class honours BSc and MSc degree in computing. I have second class honours BSc's and MSc's degree in computing. I have second class honours BSc's and MSc's degree s in computing.http://www.englishforums.com/English/NeedHelp/lzxbd/post.htmMon, 19 Oct 2009 19:18:01 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:947362anonymousHi, I am writing a cover letter, and I need to know if this sentence is gramatically correct. The specific part of the sentence is where I have a comma followed by 'a position'. This part isn't a comma splice is it? "I was often the intermediary between pure life scientists, computer scientists, and mathematicians, a position where I was required to understand information originating in one area, combine it with my own ideas, and convey it to members of another discipline. " thank you!http://www.englishforums.com/English/IAmHelp/lzgnn/post.htmSat, 17 Oct 2009 17:26:09 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:945264anonymousI find myself repeating "I am" too much in my resume cover letter. In the body section I have stated many facts about myself and it's just too repetative, does anyone have suggestions? lets keep it simple, I am six feet tall, I enjoy my morning coffee, I am a smoker. Just three facts about me but you get the gist. I am not so much looking to reword the end of the sentence as I am looking to change the I am's.http://www.englishforums.com/English/CoveringLetterMotivation-Letter/lcbxg/post.htm#929732Tue, 06 Oct 2009 01:02:31 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:929732mister micawberJust write as if you were speaking to him/her/them. Please read the ANNOUNCEMENTS AND FAQS IN OUR LETTER-WRITING FORUM , post your draft letter in that forum, and we will check it for you.http://www.englishforums.com/English/CoverLetterManagementConsulting-Firm/lbrmk/post.htmWed, 30 Sep 2009 21:59:12 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:923858anonymousHi, This is my first time writing a cover letter to a top management consulting firm. I want my cover letter to be perfect. Please take a look at it and give me some suggestions. Thanks in advance! Best, Nick -- Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to express my interest in securing an associate consultant position with your firm, in response to your APD recruiting on your website. I am currently employed as an information technology officer at the MY COMPANY based in Washington, DC. In a couple of months, I am expected to complete my PhD degree in Computer Science from the MY UNIVERSITY in the UK. I come to you with solid understanding of the technology industry and an insightful perspective on problems that companies encounter in their...http://www.englishforums.com/English/LetterMotivationStudyUsa/lrxzv/post.htmWed, 30 Sep 2009 06:38:45 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:922866melee3000Hello Everyone, this is my motivation letter to study abroad in the USA Could somebody please read my letter and give me some feedback about it. Could you also tell me the proper font to use? I am currently using arial 12 Thanks. : ) Dear Sir/madam, I am a twenty year old student at the Universidad of *** in Mexico. I am majoring in physics on my 5th semester. I have decided to study abroad for the spring 2009 semester at the University of ***. To study physics, one needs to be prepared with a variety of tools and full of curiosity. It is a demanding and time consuming field, but the payoff is worth it. The opportunity to increase your understanding of the physical universe should make any person exited. To achieve this, I have...http://www.englishforums.com/English/MotivationLetterCoverLetter-Difference/lrbgw/post.htm#922197Tue, 29 Sep 2009 19:50:37 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:922197cliveHi, I honestly don't know what to suggest to you. Surely cinematography must be a relatively small 'world'? Can you not find an experienced cinematographer or perhaps a college professor to advise you? My general advice would be to have confidence in the strength and validity of your own motivation. You must be a creative person, so try to express yourself in your own honest voice. Dos the fact that you are black form an important part of your motivation? If so, I think you should explain how. If not, I'd just let it slide. If you just want help with the English, you can post your text here if you wish. Best wishes again, Clive .http://www.englishforums.com/English/EvaluateMyCoverLetter/lrlmd/post.htmTue, 29 Sep 2009 18:47:43 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:922117anonymousDear.. I wish to pursue PhD at university of .. under your esteemed guidance. I have just graduated from the department of Communication & Computer Engineering at the LNM Institute of Information Technology, Jaipur, India. Currently I am working as a Teaching Assistant assisting for the Course of Computer Vision and Pattern recognition. During my graduation, I got highly interested in the field of Data Structures , Algorithms and Artificial intelligence. I was mainly fascinated by the theoretical aspects of these subjects and the beautiful mathematical proofs which consequently aroused my interests in courses like discrete math , Graph theory , Probability theory and Linear Algebra . My inclination towards the Theoretical Computer...http://www.englishforums.com/English/MotivationLetterCoverLetter-Difference/lrbgw/post.htm#921900Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:59:07 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:921900anonymousDear Clive, I could use some help. I am applying to a very competitive film school in France and they want a 'motivation' letter. Well I've written 4 pages about why I'm motivated which is way too long. The only thing I left out is why I want to go to their particular school. Where can I find a stellar example of a motivation letter for a masters in cinematography at a French film school so I can get some help editing my motivation letter? Or what kind of ad do I put out for someone to edit my motivation letter as it is? A college here? I'm in Albany NY and it's not going to work if the editer isn't into film and that would be NYC. Are there resources for me? This is crucial because I'm 53 and there...http://www.englishforums.com/English/ICoverLetterApplyingStudy-InternationalManagementUniversity/kqmjh/post.htm#921498Tue, 29 Sep 2009 08:43:34 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:921498thaidoIs no one here to check my cover letter? Please I need help! What do I need to add, which things shouldn't I write and what about positives stuff about the university?http://www.englishforums.com/English/MotivationLetterCoverLetter-Difference/lrbgw/post.htmSun, 27 Sep 2009 14:28:29 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:919130anonymousDear Sir, Hi Can you pls tell the exact difference between motivation letter & cover letter... What is expected under appealing motivation letter & what is expected in cover letter.. little bit elaborative... Regards, Prathameshhttp://www.englishforums.com/English/ICoverLetterApplyingStudy-InternationalManagementUniversity/kqmjh/post.htmSat, 26 Sep 2009 09:10:57 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:917446thaidoDear Sir: I am writing to apply for the Bachelor's Degree program in International Management & Business Administration at University of xxx. I graduated high school in August 2006 with the German Fachhochulreife. After that I participated in an internship for one year in the Maritim Hotel, where I worked in different departments such as personal department, marketing, F&B and accounting. Soon after I conducted the social service for nine months in the cancer center of a hospital. I lived in the United States and took English courses right after the social service for nine months. Since then I am back in Germany and plan on attending university this coming spring. My father was my first motivation for studying International...http://www.englishforums.com/English/BursaryCoverLetter/khkpb/post.htm#916964Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:54:44 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:916964mister micawberPlease read the ANNOUNCEMENTS AND FAQS IN OUR LETTER-WRITING FORUM , post your draft letter in that forum, and we will check it for you.http://www.englishforums.com/English/BursaryCoverLetter/khkpb/post.htm#916942Fri, 25 Sep 2009 11:53:28 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:916942anonymousi would like you to show me with an example how you can write a cover letter applying for film and vidio bursuries send me the letter to (Email removed) or (Email removed) thank uhttp://www.englishforums.com/English/JobCoverLetter/kqrvm/post.htm#913987Wed, 23 Sep 2009 03:50:38 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:913987cliveHi, When addressing the director in a job cover letter to you use Ms. or Mrs? Dear Ms. ? or Dear Mrs. I assume you know that the director is a woman. Unless you know that she prefer Mrs , I suggest you use Ms . It's pretty standard these days. Don't forget to use her last name as well, eg Dear Ms Smith . Best wishes, Clivehttp://www.englishforums.com/English/JobCoverLetter/kqrvm/post.htmWed, 23 Sep 2009 02:13:58 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:913898anonymousWhen addressing the director in a job cover letter to you use Ms. or Mrs? Dear Ms. ? or Dear Mrs.http://www.englishforums.com/English/CoverLetter/wvzd/post.htm#904375Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:33:11 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:904375grammar geekOnly you are able to explain why. Write your letter and post it here and someone will take a look.http://www.englishforums.com/English/CoverLetter/wvzd/post.htm#904359Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:24:55 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:904359anonymousMotivational leter for Leanership Programme at Lancet Laboratories, Requirement of the Learnership i.e Grade 12 with Biology, Mathematics, Please assist me with the Motivation why you should I be considered in the learnership programme. regards, Velma Mathekganehttp://www.englishforums.com/English/CoverLetter/knqdj/post.htm#903818Wed, 16 Sep 2009 05:48:30 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:903818mister micawberPlease read the ANNOUNCEMENTS AND FAQS IN OUR LETTER-WRITING FORUM , where cover letters are explained. Post your draft letter in that forum, and we will check it for you.http://www.englishforums.com/English/CoverLetterEnglishClass/knqcw/post.htm#903798Wed, 16 Sep 2009 05:35:55 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:903798mister micawberPlease read the ANNOUNCEMENTS AND FAQS IN OUR LETTER-WRITING FORUM , post your draft letter in that forum, and we will check it for you.http://www.englishforums.com/English/CoverLetter/knqdj/post.htmWed, 16 Sep 2009 04:58:18 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:903763kkaatt2005Ok so even though I don't know who will be answering my questions I feel really dumb asking for help. I've always been that way but know i'm ready to receive any and every help that comes my way. I just started my first semester at Sierra and my first assignment is to write a cover letter along with my essay, so my question is what is a cover letter? It's for my English A class and I'm not sure where to start, can you help? If you need more information please contact me back, thank you so mush for your time.http://www.englishforums.com/English/CoverLetterEnglishClass/knqcw/post.htmWed, 16 Sep 2009 04:34:58 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:903745anonymousI've never wrote a cover letter before and don't even know where to start, can you help? It's for my English A class and I'm unsure what a cover letter is.http://www.englishforums.com/English/CouldGiveAdviceLetterMotivation-CoverLetterUniversityInterna/kmkpx/post.htmFri, 11 Sep 2009 18:37:17 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:897325thaidoDear Sir: I am writing to apply for the Bachelor's Degree program in International Management & Business Administration at University of xxx. I graduated high school in August 2006 with the German Fachhochulreife. After that I participated in an internship for one year in the Maritim Hotel, where I worked in different departments such as personal department, marketing, F&B and accounting. Soon after I conducted the social service for nine months in the cancer center of a hospital. I lived in the United States and took English courses right after the social service for nine months. Since then I am back in Germany and plan on attending university this coming spring. My father was my first motivation for studying...http://www.englishforums.com/English/ImApplyingUniversityInternational-ManagementBusinessGiveAdvi/kmhcg/post.htmFri, 11 Sep 2009 01:06:19 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:896229anonymousDear Sir: I am writing to apply for the Bachelor's Degree program in International Management & Business Administration at University of xxx. I graduated high school in August 2006 with the German Fachhochulreife. After that I participated in an internship for one year in the Maritim Hotel, where I worked in different departments such as personal department, marketing, F&B and accounting. Soon after I conducted the social service for nine months in the cancer center of a hospital. I lived in the United States and took English courses right after the social service for nine months. Since then I am back in Germany and plan on attending university this coming spring. My father was my first motivation for studying...http://www.englishforums.com/English/RegardingCoveringLetterCanadanHigh-Commission/klhgc/post.htm#891526Mon, 07 Sep 2009 23:58:45 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:891526mister micawberJust write as if you were speaking to him/her/them. Post your effort in our LETTER-WRITING FORUM , and we will check it for you.http://www.englishforums.com/English/RegardingCoveringLetterCanadanHigh-Commission/klhgc/post.htmMon, 07 Sep 2009 21:52:25 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:891380anonymoushello, hi everyone, myself mudasser i am applying for student visa for canada, i got admission in university of windsor under electronic and computer engineering programme. i need help in covering letterhttp://www.englishforums.com/English/IsOrAre/kldvh/post.htm#890230Mon, 07 Sep 2009 02:08:38 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:890230anonymousThank you Clive! It just sounded funny to me. And yes, when emailing responses to job postings I post a little blurb in the body of the email before attaching my cover letter and resume! Thanks again. I appreciate it!http://www.englishforums.com/English/IsOrAre/kldvh/post.htm#890210Mon, 07 Sep 2009 01:47:13 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:890210cliveHi, I am having difficultly with this sentence (US English): Attached is my cover letter and resume .... or .... Attached are my cover letter and resume. Are. So you have 'a cover letter for your cover letter'? Best wishes, Clivehttp://www.englishforums.com/English/IsOrAre/kldvh/post.htmMon, 07 Sep 2009 01:37:56 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:890195anonymousI am having difficultly with this sentence (US English): Attached is my cover letter and resume .... or .... Attached are my cover letter and resume. Please help!!http://www.englishforums.com/English/CoverLetterCoveringLetter/kkwvv/post.htm#886767Fri, 04 Sep 2009 17:12:47 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:886767cliveHi, The term 'cover letter' is usually used if the attached item relates to a job application. The term 'covering letter' can be used when anything is attached. Best wishes, Clivehttp://www.englishforums.com/English/BursaryCoverLetter/khkpb/post.htm#872767Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:05:30 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:872767mister micawberPlease read the ANNOUNCEMENTS AND FAQS IN OUR LETTER-WRITING FORUM and post your draft letter in that forumhttp://www.englishforums.com/English/BursaryCoverLetter/khkpb/post.htmMon, 24 Aug 2009 09:09:38 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:872747anonymousGood morning. My name is Phineas Sipho Mdhluli. I would like you to help me to write the application letter specially for a bursary (Social Worker).You can send me the sample then i will take it from there. I will kindly appreciate your respond Your trully Phineas Sipho Mdhlulihttp://www.englishforums.com/English/RegardingPhd/kgjkw/post.htmTue, 18 Aug 2009 17:54:48 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:867467chauhan457Dear i am recently graduated from the university.now i am looking for a PhD.So i wrote a motivation letter regarding this. I need your suggestion about my motivation letter. Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to apply for a position as a PhD Student, at your University , in the area of, XXX I have a 5 years experience as a lecturer in the field of materials science, CAD/CAM, Thermodynamics, Production Technology and Fluid Mechanics. So I have a good knowledge of these subjects. I graduated from XX University, in the field of Mechanical Engineering. I have finished two Master Degree in the field of Manufacturing Technology and Automotive Engineering. From Master of Science in Automotive Engineering from XXX, UK, I...http://www.englishforums.com/English/AppraisalReportCoverLetter/kgwcr/post.htm#867150Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:23:36 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:867150mister micawberPlease read the ANNOUNCEMENTS AND FAQS IN OUR LETTER-WRITING FORUM and post your draft letter in that forum. And/Or Please read the ANNOUNCEMENTS AND FAQS IN OUR ESSAY-WRITING FORUM and post your draft report in that forum.http://www.englishforums.com/English/AppraisalReportCoverLetter/kgwcr/post.htmTue, 18 Aug 2009 11:18:19 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:867034anonymousHi, We just concluded our staff appraisal, as the HR manager I need to write the appraisal report for each staff with a cover letter containing the outcome of the meeting/the company descision. Please help with both writeups. Thanks.http://www.englishforums.com/English/CoverLetter/kvnqk/post.htm#865682Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:00:46 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:865682centralitaHi! This question is answered. Thank you very much, Clive!http://www.englishforums.com/English/CoveringLetterResonsStudying/4/jzjh/Post.htm#861853Fri, 14 Aug 2009 15:10:28 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:861853cliveHi, It's not so moderate to write a perfect essay paper, especially if you do not have enough time. I recommend you to buy an essay online and to be confident that your work will be made by professionals Buying an essay is cheating, and people who do so are dishonest. Clivehttp://www.englishforums.com/English/CoveringLetterResonsStudying/3/jzjh/Post.htm#861815Fri, 14 Aug 2009 14:46:47 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:861815anonymousIt's not so moderate to write a perfect essay paper, especially if you do not have enough time. I recommend you to buy an essay online and to be confident that your work will be made by professionalshttp://www.englishforums.com/English/CoverLetter/kvnqk/post.htm#861738Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:35:35 GMT946f00bb-57d3-4b7b-a9a2-059b5341af52:861738cliveHi, I am familiar with xxxx I have an excellent working knowledge of xxxx I have excellent xxxx skills I have extensive experience in the use of xxxx Clive