The selection of a new team member is a major investment, both for the organisation and the individual involved.

In every instance the recruitment process should result in the right hiring decision - a productive employee who will add value to the organisation.

The Paris Effective Selection course offers a process which will identify those applicants who can and will do the job - taking away the risk associated with the wrong hiring decision.

This highly interactive course will take participants through the selection process, from preparartion, through the competency based interview itself and post interview data evaluation and integration.

The course will also cover giving feedback to candidates and some common legal considerations.

Course Objectives.

Develop an effective, equitable selection process which beneifits interviewers and candidates.

Interview preparation - determining the skills and experience needed to fit the role.

Develop a cost effective selection system by evaluating candidates effectively and economically - incorporating the most expensive selection methods only for the final most promising candidates.

Develop a capability based interview questionning technique to determine the candidate's suitability for the role.

Taking effective notes for sound evaluation post interview.

Develop a system for sharing interview information.

Feedback - How and what to deliver.

Legal considerations for the hiring process.

Course Content.

Pre interview preparation - review skills, experience and attributes for the role.

CV screening - ranking applicants, making a shortlist.

Develop and interview schedule.

Creating a professional impression and building rapport with applicants.

Conducting a structured, competency based interview with planned behavioural questions to ensure you have all the information you need.

Techniques to manage the interview.

Effective note taking.

Post interview - Organising, evaluation and integration of data.

Creating an action plan for follow up and feedback.

Reference checking.

Common selection mistakes and legal considerations.