Yahoo blames ` ` inadvertent error '' for claim that CEO had computer science degree . Most common résumé error has to do with academic background , experts say . High unemployment , desire to stay competitive due to résumé fibs , adviser says . `` Armed with an excellent résumé , you 'll get your foot in the door , and there 'll be something that comes along that 's perfect for you , and you can start a job on honest footing , and it 's just better for everybody . '' Yahoo respond with more thorough investigation , screening procedures .
Yahoo blames ` ` inadvertent error '' for claim that CEO had computer science degree . Most common résumé error has to do with academic background , experts say . High unemployment , desire to stay competitive due to résumé fibs , adviser says . Yahoo respond with more thorough investigation , screening procedures .