Assessment centres

Large recruiters will often have an assessment centre where you may be examined through a variety of methods such as E tray exercises, group discussions and presentations. This is usually at a later stage in the recruitment process after application and a first interview. Attendance at an assessment centre is likely to be at least a full day away from campus so needs strong planning. If you are required to go to an assessment centre, try to establish what exercises or tasks are expected so you can prepare effectively.

Resources 

• Listen to the Podcast: "Assessment Centres"
• Watch our training videos online: "At the Assessment Centre" (student login needed)
• A guide to Assessment Centres Our useful factsheet includes advice and practice sites.
• In-Tray/E-Tray Exercises: How to Prepare Useful information and advice.
• Effective Networking will greatly improve your career direction and prospects. Download guide to effective networking (.pdf) our useful guide.

Events

• Will you have to make a presentation? Book a place on the Presentation skills workshop. Search the events system.
• Have you identified a skills shortage or are worried about one particular element of the interview? Join one of our skills sessions or see a Careers Consultant.