DEVELOPING INTERVIEW SKILLS IN ENGLISH: HOW TO HANDLE INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
DEVELOPING INTERVIEW SKILLS IN ENGLISH: HOW TO HANDLE INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

Summary/Abstract: Interviewing is an important part of the selection process since it enables the recruiters to discoverrelevant information which cannot be found in the supporting documents, such as creativity, spontaneity,enthusiasm, ambition, handling pressure and so on. In addition to assessing the applicant’s interpersonalcommunication skills, the face-to-face interview enables the hiring committee to achieve a greaterunderstanding of the applicant’s key competencies and specific qualities. In order to be able to make agood impression at their first job interview undergraduates need effective preparation. Skill developmentactivities can be included in Business English seminars, devoting time to CV and cover letter writing andto learning interviewing strategies which would enable undergraduates to present themselves toprospective employers and therefore to develop realistic expectations. The present paper is part of abroader project which will materialize in a students’ book, whose main aim is to equip my BusinessEnglish students with relevant skills which would increase their employability chances. It also advocatesthe ESP teacher’s role as an adviser or a counsellor who plays an important part in undergraduates’personal growth. The material is designed to develop their public speaking skills, presentation skills,critical thinking, knowledge and competencies necessary to contribute to the society. The present paperfocuses on the types of questions usually asked during a job interview.

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