Assessment Centres
Hello to our millions of subscribers, the MGB’s are back with our weekly installment and discussion of the topic of assessment centres!
So what is an assessment centre???
This is what its not:
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It is not a torture centre
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It is not a scary place
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It is not a waste of time
So what is it?
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It is a useful recruiting place
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It is a place to assess a persons suitability and whether they fit the selection criteria
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You may have to attend more than one in search for your perfect job
Karly George from Ernst and Young came out to give us some insights on the assessment process. One of the things made really clear is:
PRACTICE
PRACTICE
PRACTICE
PRACTICE
At assessment centres you may have to do a presentation or answer questions.
So who can help you prepare???
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Your dog ( it sometimes helps to have someone listen and not make fun or tease you)
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Your friends and family ( they can provide useful and honest feedback)
Psychometric Aptitude Tests
These tests may comprise for example a verbal, numerical or personality test.
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One of example of the group tests that we participated in was to construct the tallest free standing tower possible that could stand for the longest using only newspaper and sticky tape. WE WON!!! The aim of the exercise wasn’t really to win but assess the process that surrounded the construction. Some points include, who were the leaders, who sat back and said nothing, who were the workers and who provided useful ideas.
So where can you practice for these tests?
The university has a wealth of knowledge and resources where you kind practice tests and information on how to exceed expectations. Here are some tips:
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The library has some books and practice tests
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The university career centre
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Websites (type assessment centre tests in google)
All in all being assertive, punctual and enthusiastic right from the moment you walk into the building. Even though some of the activities are fun don’t forget you are constantly being watched and evaluated. YOU ONLY HAVE ONE CHANCE TO MAKE A FIRST IMPRESSION!!!
