| Title | Author | Publication | Tags | Comments | Entry date | ||
| How to pass numeracy tests : test your knowledge of number problems, data interpretation tests and number sequences | Harry Tolley | London : Kogan Page, 2010. | Psychometric tests, Numerical tests, 08, 08.9 | "Reprinted 2013"--t.p. verso. Introduction -- 1. A brief guide to selection tests -- 2. How to prepare for taking selection tests -- 3. Taking real tests -- 4. Number problem tests -- 5. Data interpretation tests (1) -- 6. Data interpretation tests (2) -- 7. Number sequence tests -- 8. Answers and explanations |
2014-05-02 | ||
| How to pass advanced verbal reasoning tests : essential practice for English usage, critical reasoning and reading comprehension tests | Mike Bryon | London : Kogan Page, 2010. | Psychometric tests, Verbal reasoning tests, 08, 08.9 | Preface -- Mike Bryon - a pioneer in test coaching -- 1. Verbal reasoning tests -- 2. The winning approach -- 3. Warm-up questions -- 4. 100 English usage questions -- 5. 100 True, false or cannot tell questions -- 6. Decision analysis -- 7. Four timed realistic tests with interpretations of your score -- 8. Answers and detailed explanations | 2014-05-02 | ||
| Great answers to tough interview questions | Martin John Yate | London : Kogan Page, 2014. | Interviews, 08, 08.5 | Acknowledgements -- Introduction -- Part one: The well-stocked briefcase 1. The realities of job hunting -- 2. The productive CV -- 3. Networking and the successful job search -- 4. Newtwork-integrated job search tactics -- Part two: Getting to square one 5. Making contact -- 6. The telephone interview -- 7. Dressing for interview success -- 8. Body language -- 9. The curtain goes up on the job interview -- Part three: Great answers to tough interview questions 10. The five secrets to securing a job offer -- 11. Why interviewers do the things they do -- 12. How to knock 'em dead -- 13. Questions of manageability and team spirit -- 14. the stress interview and illegal questions -- 15. Welcome to the real world -- 16. The graceful exit -- Part four: Finishing touches 17. Out of sight, out of mind? -- 18. Snatching victory from the jaws of defeat -- 19. Negotiating the offer -- 20. Multiple interviews, multiple offers -- 21. Conclusion: the glittering prizes -- Index to the questions | 2014-05-02 | ||
| Readymade CVs | Lynn Williams | London : Kogan Page, 2012. | CVs, 08, 08.1 | 1. The basic CV -- 2. Your CV section by section -- 3. The tailor-made CV -- 4. Covering letters -- 5. Your online CV -- 6. Problems, problems -- 7. Starting out -- 8. Starting again -- 9. Keeping going -- 10. CVs for practical jobs -- 11. CVs for creative jobs -- 12. CVs for clerical and administrative jobs -- 13. CVs for sales and marketing jobs -- 14. CVs for technical jobs -- 15. CVs for management jobs -- 16. Never be lost for words | 2014-04-30 | ||
| Brilliant graduate CV : how to get your first cv to the top of the pile | Jim Bright | London : Pearson, 2014. | CVs, Graduate careers, 08, 08.1 | About the authors -- Acknowledgements -- Introduction -- Part 1: Writing a CV from scratch 1. How to sell yourself -- 2. Theapplicant-emplyer fit -- 3. Where is the prime suspect? -- 4. How to read a job ad -- 5. Job descriptions -- 6. Do you fit the job? -- 7. What sort of person are you? -- 8. Making the perfect fit -- 9. Presenting your CV -- Part 2: The icing on the cake 10. Mind your language! -- 11. Using competency statements -- 12. Telling tales -- 13. Using career objectives -- 14. Job application letters -- Part 3: The doctor is in - your problems solved 15. Addressing selection criteria -- 16. CV makeovers -- 17. Tricky CV issues -- Part 4: Resource bank - useful ingredients and tips 18. Finding out, finding others and being found: job searching for a new decade -- 19. Internet sites and other resources | 2014-04-30 | ||
| How to complete application forms | LSE Careers | London : LSE Careers, 2015. | Application forms, Pamphlets, 08, 08.4 | Introduction -- Before you start -- Competency based questions -- Motivational questions -- Personal statements -- Biographical details -- Back to basics FAQs -- Application checklist -- Further resources -- Struggling with your application form | 2014-01-16 | ||
| Pitch yourself : the most effective CV you'll ever write ; the best interview you'll ever give ; secure the job you really want | Bill Faust | Harlow, England : Prentice Hall Business, 2006. | CVs, Interviews, Application forms, Cover letters, Assessment centres, 08, 08.1 | Thank you from Michael and Bill -- Introduction -- 1. The death of the traditional CV -- 2. The elevator pitch -- 3. Create the building blocks -- 4. Targeting your elevator pitch -- 5. Top-floor elevator pitches -- 6. The beginning | 2013-12-12 | ||
| How to write CVs and cover letters | LSE Careers | London : LSE Careers, 2013 | CVs, Cover letters, Pamphlets, 08, 08.1 | Introduction -- Before you start -- How LSE Careers can help -- Layout and design -- Personal details -- Education -- Work experience -- Achievements, interests and additional skills -- References -- CV checklist -- Cover letters -- Further resources | 2013-09-09 | ||
| 202 great cover letters | Michael Betrus | New York ; London : McGraw Hill, c2008. | Cover letters, 08, 08.2 | 1. How to use this guide -- 2. Writing a cover letter -- 3. Street-smart writing tips -- 4. Creating a solutions-based letter -- 5. The hiring vantage point -- 6. Broadcast letters -- 7. Responses to job postings and classified ads -- 8. Writing to an executive recruiter -- 9. Networking -- 10. Target companies directly -- 11. Utilizing the consultative sales approach -- 12. Letters for students -- 13. Functional areas of expertise -- 14. Contact during and after the interview process -- 15. References and complimentary letters -- 16. Resignation letters -- Appendix: keywords to know -- Index | 2013-08-09 | ||
| The Times readymade job search letters : every type of letter for getting the job you want | Lynn Williams | London : Kogan page, 2000. | Cover letters, Job hunting, Borrowable, 08, 08.2 | "Reprinted 2002"--t.p. verso. 1. Job search letters -- 2. Answering advertised vacancies -- 3. Speculative letters -- 4. Getting started -- 5. Starting again -- 6. Carrying on -- 7. Troubleshooting -- 8. Applying for promotion -- 9. Requesting help or advice -- 10. Follow-up letters -- 11. Thank you letters -- 12. Asking for a reference -- Answering job offers -- 14. CVs and application forms -- 15. Do-it-yourself section |
2013-08-07 | ||
| How to master psychometric tests | Mark Parkinson | London : Kogan page, 2004. | Psychometric tests, Borrowable, 08, 08.9 | Reprinted 2005. To the reader -- Introduction -- 1. What are psychometric tests? -- 2. Preparing for psychometric tests -- 3. Ability tests -- 4. Practice tests -- 5. Testing on the internet -- 6. Personality questionnaires -- 7. The inner game -- Some final brain-teasers -- Appendix 1: competencies -- Appendix 2: codes of conduct -- Appendix 3: test publishers -- Answers: SHL practice tests -- Answers: team focus practice tests -- Answers: some final brain teasers -- Further information -- Further reading from Kogan page |
2013-08-06 | ||
| How to pass professional level psychometric tests : challenging practice questions for graduate and professional recruitment | Sam Al-Jajjoka | London : Kogan Page, 2010. | Psychometric tests, Verbal reasoning tests, Numerical tests, 08, 08.9 | "Reissued 2013"--t.p. verso. Preface -- Acknowledgements -- Introduction -- Psychometric tests for IT and finance -- Psychometric tests for finance and management -- Psychometric tests for IT -- Common verbal reasoning tests -- Common numerical psychometric tests -- Afterword |
2013-07-08 | ||
| Heard on the street : quantitative questions from wall street job interviews | Timothy Falcon Crack | [S.I.] : Timothy Falcon Crack, 2012. | Banking and finance, Interviews, 08, 08.5 | Introduction -- 1. Purely quantitative & logic questions -- 2. Derivative questions -- 3. Other financial economics questions -- 4. Statistics questions -- 5. Non-quantitative questions -- A Purely quantitative & logic answers -- B Derivative answers -- C Other financial economics answers -- D Statistics answers -- E Non quantitative answers (selected) -- References -- Alphabets and numerical equivalences -- Index | 2013-07-08 | ||
| Psychological testing : the essential guide to using and surviving the most popular recruitment and career development tests | Stephanie Jones | Petersfield, Hampshire : Harriman House, 2010. | Psychology, Psychometric tests, Personality, Borrowable, 08, 08.9 | Introduction -- Glossary -- Insights and perspectives -- The tests -- Further reading -- Useful websites and contact details -- Index | 2013-07-08 | ||
| Now you've been shortlisted : your step-by-step guide to being successful at interviews and assessment centres | Denise Taylor | Petersfield : Harriman House, 2010. | Interviews, Psychometric tests, Assessment centres, Borrowable, 08, 08.5 | About the author -- Acknowledgements -- Preface -- Introduction -- Preparation: 1. The employer perspective -- 2. Preparing for success -- Psychometric testing: 3. Introducing psychometric tests -- 4. Verbal reasoning and critical-thinking tests -- 5. Numerical tests -- 6. Abstract reasoning and other tests -- 7. Personality questionnaires -- Assessment centres: 8. Assessment centres-an introduction -- 9. Group exercises -- 10. Written exercises -- 11. In-tray exercises -- 12. Presentations -- 13. Role plays -- 14. Other exercises -- Interviews: 15. The interview-preparation -- 16. Getting ready to answer questions -- 17. Over to you-questions to ask at the end of the interview -- On the day and following up: 18. Appearance and body language -- 19. On the day -- 20. Afterwards -- Success: 21. You've got the job! -- A final word -- Answers to psychometric tests | 2013-07-08 | ||
| The ultimate EU test book | Andras Baneth | London : John Harper, 2013. | European Union, Europe, Politics, International careers, Psychometric tests, Assessment centres, Verbal reasoning tests, Abstract reasoning tests, Situational judgement tests, 08, 08.9 | About the authors -- Foreword -- Introduction: the EU personnel selection and recruitment process for assistants-- Part 1: pre-selection-psychometric tests: 1. Verbal, numerical and abstract reasoning tests in EPSO assistant exams -- 2. Succeeding in verbal reasoning tests -- 3. Verbal reasoning test -- 4. Succeeeding in numerical reasoning tests -- 6. Succeeding in abstract reasoning tests -- 7. Abstract reasoning test -- 8. Succeeding in situational judgement tests -- Part II: pre-selection-professional skills tests: 1. Organising and prioritising test -- 2. Computer literacy tests -- 3. Accuracy test -- Part III: the assessment centre for assistants: 1. About assessment centres and exercises -- 2. The structured interview -- 3. The in-tray exercise -- 4. The group exercise -- 5. The case study -- 6. Sample assessment centre reports for assistants | 2013-07-08 | ||
| How to pass graduate psychometric tests : essential preparation for numerical and verbal ability tests plus personality questionnaires | Mike Bryon | London : Kogan Page, 2011. | Psychometric tests, Verbal reasoning tests, Numerical tests, Personality, 08, 08.9 | "Reprinted 2011, 2012, 2013"--t.p. verso. Preface -- 1. Graduate psychometric tests -- 2.Personality and attitudinal questionnaires -- 3. Great candidate-except for the maths! -- 4. English usage, reading comprehension and critical reasoning -- 5. Answers and many explanations |
2013-06-28 | ||
| How to pass graduate psychometric tests | Mike Bryon | London : Kogan Page, 2001. | Psychometric tests, Graduate careers, Borrowable, 08, 08.9 | "Reprinted in 2002 (twice)"--t.p. verso. Preface -- 1. Psychometric tests -- 2. The maximum benefits of practice -- 3. Great candidate-except for the maths -- 4. Relearn the rules of English usage -- 5. Lots more really relevant practice -- 6. Four mock tests to develop a winning test strategy |
2013-06-28 | ||
| How to pass selection tests : essential preparation for numerical, verbal, clerical and IT tests | Mike Bryon | London : Kogan Page, 2011. | Psychometric tests, Numerical tests, 08, 08.9 | "Reprinted 2011"--t.p. verso. Foreword -- 1. Aims of the book -- 2. General information about tests -- 3. What to do if invited to sit a test -- 4. Some of the most common types of test -- 5. Practice material -- 6. Answers and explanations |
2013-06-28 | ||
| How to pass verbal reasoning tests : tests involving missing words, word links, word swap, hidden sentences and verbal logical reasoning | Harry Tolley | London : Kogan Page, 2010. | Verbal reasoning tests, Psychometric tests, 08, 08.9 | "Reprinted 2012, 2013"--t.p. verso. Introduction -- 1. A brief guide to tests -- 2. How to prepare for tests -- 3. Taking real tests -- 4. Verbal usage tests -- 5. Word swap tests -- 6. Word links tests -- 7. Hidden sentences tests -- 8. Sentence sequence tests -- 9. Text comprehension tests -- 10. Verbal logical reasoning tests -- Answers |
2013-06-28 | ||
| How to master psychometric tests : expert advice on test preparation with practice questions from leading test providers | Mark Parkinson | London : Kogan page, 2010. | Psychometric tests, 08, 08.9 | To the reader -- Introduction: 1. What are psychometric tests? -- 2. Preparing for psychometric tests -- 3. Ability tests -- 4. Practice tests (technical, clerical and graduate) -- 5. Practice tests (graduate and university admissions) -- 6. Personality questionnaires -- 7. Top 100 practice test websites | 2013-06-28 | ||
| Interviewing skills | Tim Hindle | London : Dorling Kindersley, 1998. | Interviews, Skills and employability, Management, Borrowable, 08, 08.5 | Introduction -- Preparing for an interview: Identifying objectives -- Finalizing the job requirements -- Deciding how to recruit -- Setting up a processing system -- Assessing a Curriculum Vitae -- Considering applications -- Selecting interviewees -- Arranging interviews -- Locating interviews -- Deciding on strategy -- Preparing questions -- Honing listening skills -- Preparing yourself -- Conducting an interview: Opening an interview -- Evaluating an applicant -- Controlling an interview -- Reading body language -- Using tests -- Closing an interview -- Analyzing an interview -- Recording impressions -- Making a shortlist -- Calling subsequent interviews -- Matching an applicant to a job -- Making a final offer -- Dealing with unsuccessful applicants -- Assessing your ability -- Index -- Acknowledgements | 2013-06-27 | ||
| Psychometric tests for graduates : gain the confidence you need to excel at graduate-level psychometric and management tests | Andrea Shavick | Oxford : How To Books, 2008. | Psychometric tests, 08, 08.9 | "Reprinted 2010"--t.p. verso. Introduction -- Part one What are psychometric tests?: 1. What are psychometric tests? -- 2. Why are psychometric tests used? -- 3. Researching your chosen organisation -- 4. Online testing -- 5. Assessment centres-a survival guide -- Part two The practice tests: Introduction -- 6. Verbal reasoning -- 7. Numerical reasoning -- 8. Abstract reasoning -- 9. Spatial reasoning -- 10. Mechanical comprehension -- 11. Fault diagnosis -- 12. Accuracy tests -- 13. Combination tests -- 14. Personality questionnaires -- 15. Management tests -- 16. What else do psychometric tests test? -- Part three Psychometric tests in context: 17. Psychometric tests in context -- 18. Avoiding psychometric tests altogether -- 19. Resources -- Further reading -- Index |
2013-06-27 | ||
| How to pass data interpretation tests : unbeatable practice for numerical and quantitative reasoning and problem solving tests | Mike Bryon | London : Kogan Page, 2011. | Psychometric tests, 08, 08.9 | "First published in Great Britain and the United States in 2009 by Kogan Page Limited. This edition 2011"--t.p. verso. Preface -- 1. Data interpretation tests and the winning approach -- 2. One hundred and forty warm-up data interpretation questions -- 3. Twenty mini data interpretation tests -- 4. Three full-length realistic data interpretation tests -- Answers and detailed explanations |
2013-06-27 | ||
| How to pass data interpretation tests : unbeatable practice for numerical and quantitative reasoning and problem solving tests | Mike Bryon | London : Kogan Page, 2009. | Psychometric tests, Borrowable, 08, 08.9 | Preface -- 1. Data interpretation tests and the winning approach -- 2. One hundred and forty warm-up data interpretation questions -- 3. Twenty mini data interpretation tests -- 4. Three full-length realistic data interpretation tests -- Answers and detailed explanations | 2013-06-27 | ||
| Successful interview skills : how to prepare, answer tough questions and get your ideal job | Rebecca Corfield | London : Kogan page, 2009. | Interviews, Skills and employability, 08, 08.5 | "Reprinted 2009, 2010"--t.p. verso. Introduction -- What employers are looking for -- Planning and preparation -- Creating the best impression -- Making a presentation -- Answering interview questions -- Bringing it all together -- Appendix 1: internet resources -- Appendix 2: index of questions -- Index |
2013-06-26 | ||
| Cracking the Quant : the ultimate guide to tests of quantitative ability | Jagdeep Vaishnav | New Delhi : Bizantra, 2003. | Psychometric tests, 08, 08.9 | 1. Why should you read this book? -- 2. How should you read this book? -- 3. Ages -- 4. Area and volume -- 5. Arithmetic progressions -- 6. Averages -- 7. The circle -- 8. The clock -- 9. Fibonacci sequences -- 10. Functions -- 11. Geometric progressions -- 12. Least and most -- 13. Line graphs -- 14. Logarithims -- 15. Mathematical operators -- 16. Mixtures -- 17. Nuances of divisibility -- 18. Number systems -- 19. Permutations -- 20. Prime numbers -- 21. Percentage and profit loss -- 22. The Pythagoras Theorem -- 23. Elements of trigonometry -- 24. Quadratic equations -- 25. Ratio and proportion -- 26. Speed and distance -- 27. Squares and cubes -- 28. The triangle -- 29. Upstream downstream -- 30. Variations -- 31. Work and time -- 32. Pattern recognition -- 33. Limbering up exercises -- 34. Brain teasers -- 35. Data sufficiency -- 36. Test paper | 2013-06-24 | ||
| Effective interviews : the essential guide to thinking and working smarter | Jenny Rogers | London : Marshall Publishing, 1998. | Interviews, Borrowable, 08, 08.5 | Chapter 1 -- Chapter 2 -- Chapter 3 -- Chapter 4 -- Index -- Further reading | 2011-06-08 | ||
| Psychometric tests for graduates | Andrea Shavick | Oxford : How To Books, c2003. | Psychometric tests, Borrowable, 08, 08.9 | "Psychometric tests for undergraduates : gain the confidence you need to excel at graduate-level psychometric and management tests"--cover. "Reprinted 2005"--t.p. verso. Introduction -- Part one What are psychometric tests?: 1. What are psychometric tests? -- 2. Why are psychometric tests used? -- 3. Researching your chosen organisation -- 4. Online testing -- 5. Assessment centres-a survival guide -- Part two The practice tests: Introduction -- 6. Verbal reasoning -- 7. Numerical reasoning -- 8. Abstract reasoning -- 9. Spatial reasoning -- 10. Mechanical comprehension -- 11. Fault diagnosis -- 12. Accuracy tests -- 13. Combination tests -- 14. Personality questionnaires -- 15. Management tests -- 16. What else do psychometric tests test? -- Part three Psychometric tests in context: 17. Psychometric tests in context -- 18. Avoiding psychometric tests altogether -- 19. Resources -- Further reading -- Index |
2011-06-08 | ||
| Get that job! : the complete, thorough, hands-on guide to the whole recruitment and selection process - for graduates and ambitious executives in early career… | Andy Gibb | Oxford : How To Books, c2007. | Application forms, CVs, Cover letters, Psychometric tests, Interviews, 08 | 1. Why this book will enable you to do better at interview and selection -- 2. What do you really want to do? -- 3. Exercises to help you decide the career that's right for you -- 4. How to find out what organisations look for -- 5. Advertisements -- 6. Cultural influences - are all organisations the same? -- 7. Make the most of your résumé -- 8. Covering letters and applying to less well known organisations -- 9. Online applications - how to apply effectively in least time 10. Interviews -- 11. Psychometric tests -- 12. Dinner and other informal events -- 13 Final stage selection and assessment centres -- 14. Other selection methods -- 15. Offers and feedback -- 16. Alternatives to applying direct -- 17. Staying motivated -- 18. Head-hunters (executive search) -- Appendices | 2011-06-08 | ||
| How to get the best graduate job : insider strategies for success in the graduate job market | David Williams | Harlow : Prentice Hall Business, 2006. | Application forms, Graduate careers, Assessment centres, Borrowable, 08 | About the authors -- Introduction -- Part 1 1: 1 The facts you need to know -- Part 2 Choosing where to apply: 2 The facts -- 3 The strategies -- 4 The tactics -- Part 3 What to put on application forms: 5 The facts -- 6 The strategies -- 7 The tactics -- Part 4 How to deal with assessment centres: 8 The facts -- 9 The strategies -- 10 The tactics -- Part 5: 11 Strategies for the aftermath | 2011-06-08 | ||
| Career skills : opening doors into the job market | David Littleford | New York : Palgrave Macmillan, 2004. | Skills and employability, Job hunting, Interviews, CVs, Borrowable, 08 | Introduction -- Step 1 Getting started -- Step 2 Your personal 'tool kit' -- Step 3 Searching for opportunities -- Step 4 Your interview tool kit -- Step 5 Communication tools -- Step 6 The interview -- Step 7 After the interview -- Step 8 Into the future... | 2011-06-08 | ||
| The successful candidate : how to be the person they want to hire | Ross Jay | Harlow : Prentice Hall Business, 2004. | Personality, Skills and employability, Borrowable, 08 | About the author -- Introduction -- 1. Personal qualities -- 2. Communication -- 3. Personal image -- 4. Work style -- 5. Customer relations -- 6. Management -- 7. General skills -- Index | 2011-06-08 | ||
| Brilliant psychometric and other selection tests : tests you might have to sit and how to prepare for them | Susan Hodgson | London : Prentice Hall Business, 2003. | Psychometric tests, Presentations, Borrowable, 08, 08.9 | Acknowledgements -- Introduction -- Part 1 brilliant psychometric and other selection tests -- 1. Testing times -- 2. A testing world -- 3. Preparation counts -- 4. The big day -- 5. So much personality -- 6. Selection and development centres -- 7. The in-tray, the irate customer and the boss -- 8. Talk your way to success -- 9. Discrimination, fair and unfair -- 10. Are you write for the job -- 11. Reflecting on tests -- Part 2 practice material -- Part 3 sources of information 1 copy carries title variant: "Brilliant selection test results : tests you might have to sit, and how to prepare for them." |
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