The document outlines various common assessment methodologies such as group discussions, case study analyses, in-basket exercises, behavioral event interviews, and psychometric assessments. It provides tips for effective participation in these assessments, including preparation strategies, critical thinking, and self-management techniques. Emphasis is placed on the importance of being proactive, confident, and maintaining objectivity throughout the assessment process.

1. Assessment preparation
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2. Common Assessment Methodologies
• Group discussion
• Case study analysis & presentation
• In basket exercise
• Behavioral Event Interview
• Psychometric Assessments & Aptitude tests

3. TIPs – Group Discussion
• Rich Content with good subject knowledge
• Be a Leader
• Be relevant
• Be a good Listener
• Body gestures: Very important tool for Group Discussion
• Don’t be a part of fish market
• Don’t give up. Make multiple entries
• Follow the Group Discussion Rules
• speak logically, be audible, present your idea firmly

4. Case Study - Process
• Gaining familiarity with the case
• Recognizing the symptoms
• Identifying goals or objectives
• Conducting the analysis
• Making the diagnosis
• Preparing the action plan
• Interpreting the case in the same meaning as it is presented
• Broad mind while reading the case study without any prejudice
• Application of knowledge

5. TIPS – Case study Analysis & Presentation
• There is no definite answer for a case study
• Key answers should be congruent
• Read the questions and understand it properly before start answering
• Answer the questions not exceeding the required
• Make it as point wise if possible, and avoid answering in paragraphs

6. TIPs – In basket exercise
Consider the following questions as you review each document:
Problem Solving and Decision Making
What is the most critical issue raised in this document?
What factors are most important to consider in deciding how to respond to the situation raised in this document?
What actions are likely to be most effective in dealing with the situation presented in this document?
Planning and Evaluating
What specific steps would you take to resolve the situation in this document? Which of these steps would you
take first?
Of the factors mentioned in this document, which would create the greatest burden on your organization’s
resources?
What resources would you need to resolve the situation in this document? Are there other situations that would
compete for these resources?
What indicators would provide the strongest evidence that the way you dealt with the situation had been
successful?

7. Managing and Organizing Information
Does the information in this document provide insight into issues presented in other documents?
Who else needs the information presented in this document?How soon must you present this information to
these individuals?
What should you do with this document once you have read it? Do you need to transmit it to other individuals
in your organization? Should it be filed? Can you discard it?
Self-Management
What priority would you assign to each issue or situation presented in the in-basket? When must
each situation be handled?
Does the situation require immediate attention or can you delay action? If the situation does not
require immediate attention, how long can you delay action?
Is this situation something that you should handle personally? If not, who on your staff should?
TIPs – In basket exercise

8. TIPS - BEI
Behavioral Event Interview (BEI) is a structured interview usually used when
selecting employees. It gathers information about the history of an applicant as a
means of predicting future performance.
• Do your homework
• Come up with a list of competencies, attributes, and skills.
• Create a list of your past experiences
• Focus on the good and the not-so-good.
• Look at past performance documents and appraisals.
• Use STAR Method – Situation / Tasks / Actions/ Result

9. TIPs – Psychometric assessment & Aptitude test
• Get yourself in good physical and mental shape
• Get to know the types of aptitude test questions
• Practice the Psychometric Tests online
• Plan your time and set milestones
• Use any tools that are allowed
• Read and increase your English vocabulary
• Be sure not to trigger a lie or fake good scale in the Personality Test

10. Things to remember!!
• Practice to the nth time!!
• Don’t react, but Respond
• Be Proactive
• Stay Positive
• Be Confident
• Be objective in communicating
Finally
“ Luck Favors the Brave “

11. All the very best!!
- NSK