Simulations are amongst the evaluation methods that lead to highest levels of predictive validity in staffing. Yet, because of the perceived challenges and myths associated with simulations, staffing professionals often revert to the much less effective and efficient interview technique to evaluate candidates’ competencies. The purpose of this Workshop is to dispel myths and faulty perceptions related to simulations and train staffing professionals on how to develop and implement scientifically sound simulations for the purpose of evaluating candidates’ competencies.
Date: Fall 2012/Winter 2013
Time: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Location: 688 Sherbrooke West
Workshop Fee: $ 495 CAD plus applicable taxes
Current McGill students and McGill alumni will receive a 20% discount off the Seminar fee. Click here to register
Course Description
Participants learn how to develop valid and reliable simulations and how to use them to evaluate candidates’ competencies. Topics include: the validity and reliability of simulations as evaluation methods; techniques to develop effective and efficient simulations; measurement and scoring; communicating with and preparing candidates and panel members for simulations.
* Registered participants are asked to bring job descriptions and/or competency profiles associated with positions for which they have had to or are currently evaluating candidates. Fictitious ones will be provided for participants who do not bring this material.
Objectives
At the end of this Workshop the participants will be able to:
- Develop effective, valid, reliable and efficient simulations for staffing purposes
- Implement simulations to evaluate candidates’ competencies
- Develop and implement tools to measure and score competencies through simulations
- Prepare candidates and panel members for simulations.
Lecturer
Ann Brosseau, M.A., PhD(c)
With an educational background in the fields of psychology, sociology, adult education and human resource management and 20 years experience in training and education, Ms. Brosseau specializes in helping learners develop useful and relevant interpersonal, leadership and human resource management skills required to excel in the workplace - as employees, team members, managers or human resource professionals. Building on the experience of learners, she favours an experiential, hands-on approach to learning.
How to register
Cancellation Policy
All cancellation & substitution requests must be made in writing. The following Cancellation Policy applies:
Up to 14 days prior to the start date: Full refund
7 days prior to the start date: Refund minus $100 Cancellation fee
Within 7 days of the start date: No Refund, however suitable participation substitution will be permitted
If no notice is given prior to the start of the event(s) and you fail to attend, you will be liable for the full course fee.
McGill SCS reserves the right to cancel an event up to 5 days prior to its start.
Contact Information
Telephone: 514-398-5454
E-mail: pd [dot] conted [at] mcgill [dot] ca
