Topics
Topics
• Definition ofGroup Discussion
• Group Discussion
• Prerequisites of a Group Discussion
• Benefits in Group Discussion
• Salient features
• Do’s and Don’ts in Group Discussion
• Important points in Group Discussion
• Accept criticism
• Suggestion
• Topics of importance frequently discussed
3.
Group discussion isthe first criteria
Group discussion is the first criteria
for screening the candidates for face-
for screening the candidates for face-
to-face interviews.
to-face interviews.
4.
Why Group Discussion????
WhyGroup Discussion????
• First thing Group Discussion is used
for mass elimination! And second
thing group discussion selection
criteria’s are based on actual
company requirements.
5.
Definition of Group
Definitionof Group
Discussion
Discussion
• Group Discussion is a modern
method of assessing students
personality.
• It is both a technique and an art and
a comprehensive tool to judge the
worthiness of the student and his
appropriateness for the job.
6.
Group Discussion
Group Discussion
•The term suggests a discussion
among a group of persons.
• The group will have 8 & 12 members
who will express their views freely,
frankly in a friendly manner, on a topic
of current issue.
• Within a time limit of 20 to 30
minutes,the abilities of the members
of the group is measured.
7.
Prerequisites of aGroup
Prerequisites of a Group
Discussion
Discussion
• Topics given by panelists
• Planning and preparation
• Knowledge with self-confidence
• Communication skills/ power of speech
• Presentation
• Body Language and personal
appearance
• Being calm and cool
8.
Prerequisites of aGroup
Prerequisites of a Group
Discussion
Discussion
• Extensive knowledge base related to
state, country and globe.
• Areas are politics,sports,science & trade
commerce, Industry and Technology,
MNC,etc.
• Analyze the social,economical issues
logistically .
• Listening skills
• Co-operation.
9.
Benefits in Group
Benefitsin Group
discussion
discussion
• Stimulation of thinking in a new
way.
• Expansion of knowledge
• Understanding of your strength
and weakness.
• Your true personality is revealed
and qualities of leadership
crystallize
10.
Benefits of groupdiscussion
• provides chance to Expose
• Language skills
• Academic knowledge
• Leadership skills
• people handling skills
• Team work
• General knowledge.
11.
Salient features ofG.D
Salient features of G.D
• Topic may be given to judge your
public speaking talent.
• Discussion revolves around a
specific subject.
• The examiner does not interfere
once he announced the topic.
• Maintain cordiality and free
expression of thought and opinion.
12.
Do`s in groupdiscussion
Do`s in group discussion
• Appropriate to the issue .
• Make original points &
support them by
substantial reasoning .
• Listen to the other
participants actively
&carefully.
• Whatever you say must be
with a logical
flow,&validate it with an
example as far as possible.
• Make only accurate
statements.
13.
Do`s in groupdiscussion
• Modulate the volume, pitch and tone.
• Be considerate to the feelings of the
others.
• Try to get your turn.
• Be an active and dynamic participant
by listening.
• Talk with confidence and self-
assurance.
14.
Don’ts during group
Don’tsduring group
discussion
discussion
• Being shy /nervous / keeping isolated
from G.D
• Interrupting another participant before
his arguments are over
• Speak in favour.
• Don’t make fun of any participant even
if his arguments are funny.
15.
Don`ts during groupdiscussion
• Don’t engage yourself in sub-group
conversation.
• Don’t repeat and use irrelevant
materials.
• Addressing yourself to the examiner.
• Worrying about making some
grammatical mistakes, for your interest
the matter you put across are important.
16.
Important points ingroup
Important points in group
discussion
discussion
• Be assertive: An assertive person is direct ,
honest careful about not hurting others ‘self-
respect’.
• A patient listener: listening to another person
is one way of showing appreciation.
• Right language : Words can make friends &
right words at the right time make the best
results.
• Be analytical and fact-oriented : It is
necessary to make relevant points which can
be supported with facts and analyzed logically.
17.
Accept criticism
Accept criticism
•If any member of the group criticizes or disapproves
a point, it is unwise to get upset or react sharply.
• In case the criticism is flimsy,the same can be
pointed out politely.
• Maximize participation ; one must try to contribute
fully, vigorously & steadily throughout the discussion.
• Show leadership ability: A group discussion also
evaluates your leadership qualities.
18.
• Accept someone'spoint of view
• Praise the argument
Example: Remedial English
communication is necessary for college
students because they fail in
communication skill test.
Status of literacy of women , is increased
from 30% to 70% when compared to
past years, in employment sectors
organized ,in the IT & ITES field.
19.
• Accept thecontradicts view
• Express your argument with few facts,
cases, %,
Newspapers publications etc.
• Express without hurting others
feelings.
20.
• Suggestions
• Nevertry to bluff.
• Practice group discussion with friends on
different subjects.
• Remember !speech is a powerful
weapon.
21.
Topics of Importancefrequently
Topics of Importance frequently
discussed
discussed
• Is India Shining
• Mobile phones / Internet – a boon or nuisance
• Students focusing on software industry-good or
bad
• Child marriage
• India 2020
• Daughters are more caring than sons
• Influence of western culture in Indian
Universities
• Influence of computers in medical sciences
22.
Evaluation Components
Evaluation Components
Duringa GD employers evaluate
potential for leadership and ability to
work in a team.
The four components generally
evaluated in a group discussion are:
Knowledge
Communication skills
Group behaviour
Leadership potential
23.
Communication Skills
Communication Skills
Candidateassessed in terms of:
• Active listening
• Clarity of thought and expression
• Apt language
• Appropriateness of body language
• Lucidity (Easily Understandable lang)
24.
• Tone: Qualityor character of the voice
expression a particular feeling or mood
• Voice: Power of speech
• Articulation: Act of speaking or
expressing an idea in words
• Fluency: Speaking or writing in an easy,
flowing style
• Modulation: Variations in rate, tone, or
volume of voice
• Good delivery: The ideas expressed
fluently in the right voice, right tone, and
right articulation.
• It isn’t sufficient to have ideas. They have to be
expressed effectively.
25.
Apt Language
Apt Language
oFluency and accuracy in use of
language free from grammatical errors.
o Directly, clearly and precisely put
ideas in a organized fashion.
o Simplicity and unambigusity
o Using too much of jargon or high-
sounding words or ambiguous
expressions may project as a show-off
and may not endear to group members.
26.
Effective Use ofBody
Effective Use of Body
Language
Language
Looking attentively at the speaker and
nodding
While speaking, ensuring no one is
ignored. Looking at everybody.
Avoiding overt gestures
Avoiding pointing out fingers
Avoiding monotonous posture by shifting
slightly in the chair or placing arm on the
back of your chair
Not showing interest or dislike in the
topic.
Even if one does not like the topic he
should try to develop interest and reveal
interest and enthusiasm through
appropriate facial expression.
27.
Group Behaviour (Team
Group Behaviour ( Team
Spirit)
Spirit)
• group behaviour is reflected in ability to
interact with other members of the group
on brief acquaintance.
• Emotional maturity and balance
promotes good interpersonal
relationships. One is expected to be
more people centric and less ego
centric.
• Remaining objective, empathetic, and non-
threatening, and behaving maturely as a
good team player
28.
Essence
Consistency participation
Keenness in listening and observing
Time sharing and orderly conduct
Ability to handle turbulent situations
Ability to cut excessively exuberant
participants down to size
Ability to dominate the proceedings
without bullying others
Avoiding personal comments
29.
Leadership Skills
Leadership Skills
oThe success of any team depends to a
large extent, on its leader.
o The candidate who possesses both
functional ability and coordinating ability
would emerge as the leader.
o Functional ability involves knowledge,
mental and physical energy, emotional
stability, objectivity, communication skill,
integrity and emotional intelligence
30.
Dos
Dos
Sitting comfortably
Listening to topic
Organizing ideas
Speaking at the earliest
Identifying supporters/
opponents
Keeping track of
time
Sharing time fairly
Maintaining eye
contact
Taking notes
Aiming for
summary if needed
31.
Don’ts
Don’ts
Being ina hurry
Being silent
Dominating
vocally/physically
Assuming role of
chairman
Introducing topic
Taking extreme stance
Looking at faculty
Moving excessively
Throwing all ideas at one
shot
Speaking fast
Digressing
Indulging in ill conversation
Paying attention to bull
dozers
Using slang
Getting emotional
32.
What skills arejudged in group
What skills are judged in group
discussion?
discussion?
•How good you are at communication with others.
•How you behave and interact with group.
•How open minded are you.
•Your listening skill.
•How you put forward your views.
•Your leadership and decision making skills.
•Your analysis skill and subject knowledge.
•Problem solving and critical thinking skill.
•Your attitude and confidence.