Thursday, October 21, 2010

Competency Based Interview

Introduction

Competency based interviews are based on the premise that past behaviour is the best predictor of future behaviour. Competency based interviews are structured, with questions that relate directly to the essential criteria required for the post.

The Competency framework becomes the baseline from sourcing to resume analyses to conducting competency based interviewing to hiring decisions and job offer.

The workshop practices the participants to use Competency-based probing questions within the interview structure. It is an application component that will make your hiring or promotion decisions based on previous accomplishments instead on gut feelings or personal preferences.

It is also useful when selecting “early promises” who can be considered for higher positions in the future.


Learning Objectives

After completing this course, you will be able to:

1. Design interview guides that are easy to use;

2. Collect relevant information to help you determine how well a candidate will perform in your work environment;

3. Get a balanced picture of candidate’s total skills;

4. Deal more effectively with candidates who are evasive;

5. Make job offers based on objective data


Duration

2 days; from 9.00am – 5.00pm


Methodology

Role Plays, Group Exercises and Activities, Lectures, Discussions and Brainstorming


Key Topics Covered

Organizational Vision, Goals and Values
• Defining Organizational Vision and Goals
• Establishing Organizational Values
• Assessing the Business Environment

Dimensions of Candidate’s Profile
• Determining Candidate’s Profile

Identification of Job Requirements
• What are Job Requirements : 3 Dimensions
• Reviewing Job Descriptions

Planning for the Interview
• What is an Interview?
• Resume Analysis
• 2 Cs in an Interview

The Traditional Interview Pitfalls
• Review its approach
• Open vs Closed questioning

The Competency Based System
• Definition & its advantages
• Formulating Behavioural Interview Questions : SARR approach
• Probing for Contrary Evidence

Managing the Interview Process
• Setting the stage
• Building Rapport

Data Analysis and Integration
• Compare ratings and making Objective decision