Assessment Centre/Development Centre

What to expect at an Assessment/Development Centre

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“Dear Sir/Madam, we would like to invite you to an Assessment/Development Centre.”
We can imagine that this message not only raises several questions, but also causes uncertainty and stress. In this section, we will provide you an answer to a lot of “FAQ’s”.

An Assessment Centre (AC) or Development Centre (DC), whether it is for a selection procedure, an internal promotion or personal development, is experienced by many as a “black box”. Outlandish stories are often spread about Assessment/Development Centres (AC/DC) and screenings but this information counters these myths and provides a clear understanding of what to expect.

An overview of the different questions to which you will get an answer:

• What is an Assessment/Development Centre? 
• What kind of tests/exercises will be used and why? 
• What does the day planning look like?
• Why does my organisation/the organisation I am applying for want me to do an Assessment/Development Centre? 
• Why is Hudson involved? 
• I have done an Assessment/development Centre at Hudson before. Why do I need to do it again?
• How can I get myself well-prepared? 
• Do I need to bring any documents or materials?
• Are there any tips or tricks to increase my chances to succeed? 
• What happens with the results of the Assessment/Development Centre?
• Can I ask for feedback and if so, when will it take place?
• Will the results be saved and used afterwards?