The graduate recruitment process often includes psychometric tests which are designed to identify your skills, knowledge and personality. They are increasingly popular in recruitment and are now used across many industries.
You may need to take a psychometric or aptitude tests before or after the interview stage, or under controlled conditions at an assessment centre.
Assessment centres consists of a number of exercises designed to assess the full range of skills and personal attributes required for a job. A range of selection techniques will be used.
Here are our top 3 tips to help you:
- Be prepared – Read our checklists so that you have a better idea of what to expect from Psychometric tests and assessment centres.
- Practice makes perfect – Attend an assessment centre masterclass session delivered by one of our employer partners in the in the Career Studio.
- Learn from your mistakes – Have a go at one of the free practice online verbal, numerical, and logical reasoning tests we offer. You can also try situational judgement and a work-style personality questionnaires. Feedback is provided on your answers. Click here to have a go.
Performing well at psychometric tests or during an assessment centre requires preparation and practice.
Drop in to see us in the Career Studio on University Square or look out for our pop-up Career Studio on Monday 4th March 9:30am – 5:30pm in the main foyer of the Rendall Building.
Have a look at our online resources – or pick up copies from the Career Studio and have a chat about what to expect and how we can help.
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