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Competency Interview Questions

What is Competency?

Competency in simple terms can be described as an individual's ability to show their knowledge, skills and attributes at work. Examples of Key Competencies that the interviewer asks are: Teamwork, Responsibility, Decision making, Communication, Leadership, Commitment to career, Commercial awareness and Career motivation.

 

Interviewers ask questions describing a situation or task, questions can be from past experiences like 'give an example of when you have led a team?' , 'give an example of when you have overcome a problem at work?' , 'Tell me about a time when you failed to complete a task or project on time?'. Recruitment professionals believe that the best way to find out about a candidate's potential for future performance is to find out about examples of past performance. The best way to prepare for such competency questions is to refer a number of sample questions and answers or examples which help you understand the type of questions asked, understand the motive behind the question and prepare the best way you can answer for similar questions.

 

We have a large collection of sample questions on 'Competency interview' that are frequently asked in many interviews for your practice.

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What differentiates you from the competition?

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In most cases, you will have no idea who you are competing with for a particular job. So this type of question really gives you a chance to open-up your strengths as a candidate with an emphasis on any assets that might separate you from the typical applicant. Think about what you bring to the table that you truly believe is unique - the easiest way to do is to think of your own personal stories that demonstrate your work ethic, skills, and dedication. Most people have some or all of those skills, but the unique stories are what make people stand out in interviews.

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Subject: Decisiveness - Competency Interview Exam Prep: Bank Exams , CAT , GATE , GRE
Job Role: Bank Clerk , Bank PO , IT Trainer , Project Manager

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Which ideas or initiatives you've led and what was the outcome?

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In your answer, you need to show not only that you are capable of coming up with good ideas, but also that you can persuade other people to give you a chance to put them into action. Describe your most unique idea and initiative that gave the best results for the company. Make sure you highlight your creativity, your results, your diligence and your ability to execute.

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Subject: Organisational awareness - Competency Interview Exam Prep: Bank Exams , CAT , GATE , GRE
Job Role: Analyst , Bank Clerk , Bank PO , Database Administration , IT Trainer , Project Manager

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What are the qualities to be independent ?

Answer

The qualities that a person need, to be independent are:


- Have a mind of your own.
- Have the confidence to challenge accepted wisdom when required.
- Can effectively work alone when necessary.





 

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Subject: Independence - Competency Interview Exam Prep: GRE , GATE , CAT , Bank Exams
Job Role: Software Architect , Project Manager , Network Engineer , Bank PO , Bank Clerk

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Q:

Why should I hire you?

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This is a very Common Interview Questions in all interview we all face.


 


Purpose of this question ::


When an interviewer asks you, "Why should we hire you?" she is really asking, "What makes you the best fit for this position?" 


 


How To Approach the Answer ::


 


Here you can find the Simple and Best Answer for "Why should we hire you?"


 


1. Keep It Concise


 


You want your answer to be brief - no more than a minute or two long.


 



2. Focus on Your Uniqueness


 


The interviewer wants to know how you stand out among the other applicants.


 


Therefore, focus on one or two qualities you possess that are different from what other interviewees might offer, or are more difficult to find in candidates generally.


 


3. Mention Any Experience You Have ::


 


The primary focus of your answer should be to match your qualifications, certifications, experience and skills with their job needs. Mention key strengths and give examples that connect with the company and the job requirements.


 


For Example ::


 


" I think and believe that my experience and familiarity with the industry and my ability to work autonomously make me best suitable for this position."

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Subject: Competency Interview Exam Prep: Bank Exams
Job Role: IT Trainer , Database Administration , Bank Clerk , Analyst

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Q:

When have you had to adapt to change in the workplace?

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Being able to adapt to change in the workplace is an essential skill to possess because change is inevitable. The interviewer would like to know about a time you were required to adapt to change in the workplace. 


Sample answer in my view is to be "In my current management position, it was a lot of change to handle in a short time, especially being unsure of who to report to ahead of others and it took a little while to adjust. The training component of my staff was not easy either. However, in the end, it was worth it to secure such a high profile."

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Subject: Adaptability - Competency Interview Exam Prep: AIEEE , Bank Exams , CAT
Job Role: Analyst , Bank Clerk , Bank PO , Database Administration , IT Trainer

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