Topic 6 Selection

Question 1

What are the 5 methods of selection?

Answer 1

Application Form/Digital Application Form,
Curriculum Vitae (CV),
Testing,
Presentation,
Interview

Question 2

What is an application form and what details may it ask for?

Answer 2

It is a standard form created by employers and completed by applicants.
Applicants complete sections detailing e.g. personal details, qualifications, experience/employment history, additional information like hobbies and interests, why they are suitable for the job etc.

Question 3

Advantages of an application form

Answer 3

fairness to candidates
easier comparisons of candidates e.g. their skills
specific questions can be asked

Question 4

Disadvantages of an application form

Answer 4

Time consuming to create
Not see candidate face to face

Question 5

What is a CV?

Answer 5

Curriculum Vitae contains information similar to that of an application form, but is produced by the candidate using their own or downloaded template

Question 6

Advantages of a CV

Answer 6

The candidate can tailor the CV to the job they are applying for (but also easier for them to hide information),
Demonstrates candidates ability to present information,
Saves company time drawing up an application form

Question 7

Disadvantages of a CV

Answer 7

Reading and analysing CVs takes longer for the employer than e.g. application form
Easier for applicants to hide information

Question 8

Name 3 types of testing and explain what they measure

Answer 8

• aptitude tests, measure candidate’s ability to do the job
• attainment tests, measure candidates’ ability in a certain skill area eg numeracy and literacy
• psychometric tests, measure candidate’s personality, attitude and character

Question 9

Disadvantages of testing

Answer 9

Can allow you to test suitable skills, but doesn’t show personality.

Question 10

Explain how presentaions may be useful in the selection process

Answer 10

Applicant gives a presentation to prospective employers on a designated topic,
Typically used in jobs where presentation skills are important,
Effective way to test communication skills and knowledge

Question 11

Explain how interviews may be useful in the selection process

Answer 11

Gives the employer the opportunity to assess potential candidates on a face to face basis,
Allows the opportunity to expand on information included in the application form/CV

Question 12

What are the disadvantages of an interview

Answer 12

Interviews are sometimes overly influenced by appearance, personality and first impressions

Question 13

How can applicants maximise the potential of their applcation form

Answer 13

• Tailor your answers to the job
• Demonstrate how you meet essential and desirable criteria
• Highlight your skills
• Keep your information relevant and concise
• Use accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar
• Write neatly if not typed
• No blanks
• Follow the guidelines provided
• Keep a copy
• Check your online presence

Question 14

How to can applicants prepare for an interview and presentation

Answer 14

• Know your audience
• Research the firm thoroughly
• Plan and prepare well
• Rehearse
• Think about body language, such as eye contact, posture etc
• Think about your appearance
• Be prepared to answer questions clearly and concisely
• Be yourself