Recruitment & Selection

Recruitment & Selection
One Day Course At the end of the course students should be able to plan and prepare for interviews; describe techniques for effective information gathering; design questions to facilitate the interview process; develop interview goals and define outcomes; structure and conduct interviews; identify personal factors that can contribute to successful interviews.
Assumed Knowledge:
No previous knowledge is required
Course Outline:

Introduction
· The need for interviewing skills
· Common problems in selection
Planning and Preparation
· The job description
· The employee specification
· Sifting the applications
· Compiling questions
· Consider the law
The Interviewing Environment
· On arrival
· Book an appropriate room
· Avoid interruptions
· Keep an eye on the time
· Be prepared
The Interview
· Conducting the interview
· Interviewing skills
· Reviewing the interview
Following the Interview
· Using your notes
· Backing up your decision
· Other considerations
· Letting everyone know
· What if you draw a blank