Assessment Centres (and Development Centres) comprise a series of techniques designed to facilitate decision making on a group of individuals. They are generally recognised as being one of the best predictors of job performance.
Typically lasting a full day, they consist of a number of different work-related tasks, such as ‘In-Tray’ and ‘Leaderless Group Discussion’ exercises, Interviews and Presentations, as well as Psychometric Tests and Questionnaires. They are extremely demanding for candidates, and generate a wealth of information. The event operates on a strict time schedule, and is overseen by a number of trained observers. We work with you and your team to plan, prepare and deliver assessment centres.
An example programme is shown below…
Business Development Manager
- 08.00 – 08.45 – Venue Preparation
- 08.45 – 09.00 – Candidate Arrival, Coffee, Introductions.
- 09.00 – 09.30 – Icebreaker Exercise
- 09.30 – 10.30 – Critical Reasoning Test Battery
- 10.30 – 10.45 – Coffee
- 10.45 – 11.50 – Group Discussion Exercise #1 (Observed)
- 11.50 – 12.30 – Personality Questionnaire
- 12.30 – 13.00 – Lunch / Informal Discussions
- 13.00 – 15.00 – In-Tray Exercise
- 15.00 – 15.15 – Coffee
- 15.15 – 16.30 – Group Discussion Exercise #2 (Observed)
- 16.30 – 17.00 – Closing Comments, Candidates Depart
- 17.00 onwards – Observer round-up meeting
Please get in touch if you are interested in putting together this type of event.
Andrew M. Sidebottom 