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Fake diplomas on my resume

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Hello everyone,

I would like some opinions on my professional situation. I have just been selected for a digital advisor position. The job posting stated “Bachelor's degree +2 to +5.” I indicated on my CV and confirmed in the interview that I hold a Master's degree. In reality, I only have a Bachelor's degree and I am currently taking online courses to obtain a Master's degree. The company is asking for a photocopy of the diplomas before I start. I am well aware that what I did is very foolish. I wanted to increase my chances, even though I already had the required educational background.
I also don't know if it's wiser to refuse the position by finding an excuse, or to tell the truth to my employer? My fear is that they will say "We won't be able to trust you, etc."

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    Raymond PENTIER Posted messages 58227 Registration date   Status Contributor Last intervention   17 490
     
    You are solely responsible for your actions.
    Don't count on us to decide for you what attitude to adopt now.

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    ? Raymond (INSA, AFPA, CF/R)?
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  2. scaravenger Posted messages 2691 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   625
     
    Tell them you are quitting without providing a reason.
    This digital advisor position is lost to you.
    And take your mistakes into account for future CVs.
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  3. timarseillais
     
    Yes, that's increasingly what I've been thinking. However, I don't think I would share the real reason; it seems risky to me. Then again...
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    1. Profile blocked
       
      Good evening, you are not the first or the last to inflate your resume...
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    2. timarseillais
       
      Yes, of course. If they discover the deception, I don't think they will tell me that I'm the first to do this, but the result will be the same: loss of employment.
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    3. Profile blocked
       
      I do not condone cheating, but when we see what is expected or required of candidates in job offers, we shouldn't be surprised that some are tempted to cross the line.
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    4. Madame soleil
       
      I wouldn't say anything, it's better to back out by giving a lame excuse... fake diploma equals three years in prison... so shut up and tell them you're not interested anymore...
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    5. Chris 94 Posted messages 1937 Registration date   Status Moderator Last intervention   7 536 > Profile blocked
       
      Good evening,

      An interesting article on the consequences and possible outcomes:
      http://www.lesechos.fr/idees-debats/cercle/cercle-93013-faux-diplomes-cv-mensongers-quelles-consequences-1001427.php

      In particular:
      Falsification and the use of false documents are punishable by three years of imprisonment
      and 45,000 euros in fines (Criminal Code, art. 441-1, para. 2)
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  4. BloodyAngel Posted messages 1487 Registration date   Status Contributor Last intervention   403
     
    Hello,

    it's better to play the honesty card.
    You're going to lose the position for sure, but anyway, if you come up with an excuse, you'll lose it too.

    Try to explain what motivated you to lie on your resume and try to regain their trust... Well, it's definitely not a sure thing and there are high chances they won't take you back.
    But at least you'll have a clear conscience... which won't be the case if you keep bullshitting them ;)

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    Help yourself and heaven will help you...
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