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IN A NUTSHELL what iS a ComPetenCY?
In this chapter we have looked at the idea of the competency-based
interview and how it differs from a more traditional interview. In summary:
n Competencies are the qualities that are needed to perform effectively
in an organisation.
n Competencies can be grouped into three broad headings of task-
related, thought-related and people-related activities.
n In its assessment processes, an organisation may use a structured,
competency-based interview as a means to assessing whether you
have the experience necessary to demonstrate these competencies.
Research has shown that this is a good method of assessing
competencies – performance in the interview is related to job
performance.
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