An assessment centre is a multiple assessment process where a group of candidates participate in numerous work-simulated exercises whilst being observed and evaluated by trained assessors on a number of job related behaviours, also known as dimensions or competencies. Assessment centres are predominately used in the industry as a selection or a developmental tool. Prof Meiring is standing in front of the opening where a one way mirror will be installed. Assessors will observe behaviour of participants through this mirror.

Master’s students in the Department follow the HRM 803 Advanced Assessment module where they are taught the “nuts and bolts” of designing an assessment centre. Practical training will also take place in the Assessment Centre Facility were students will develop practical skills in observing, recording and classifying behaviour. During the month of May 2011 all the honours students in the Department will be trained as observers by Experiential Technologies (an assessment company specialising in assessment centres) and will be involved in practical assessments.