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Contents
What is FSAC? p.03 Who are the assessors? p.04 What will be assessed? p.05 What happens on the day? p.08 The group exercise p.10 The policy recommendation exercise p.14 The briefing exercise p.18 Interview and e-tray written exercise p.21 How can I prepare? p.22 What happens after FSAC? p.23 How can I claim expenses? p.25 Where to go p.27
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What is FSAC?
Congratulations on passing the initial sifting process for the Fast Stream, the Civil Services graduate talent management programme. This downloadable booklet will give you a better understanding of the next step of the process the Fast Stream Assessment Centre (FSAC) and beyond. The Fast Stream Assessment Centre (FSAC) is a one-day assessment centre that selects graduates with the calibre and potential to join the Fast Stream. Research indicates that assessment centres make more accurate predictions of subsequent achievement at work than any other recruitment method. Fast Stream standards are high and to have reached the Assessment Centre stage is in itself a significant achievement. You now have the opportunity to demonstrate that you have the skills and personal qualities needed to be a successful Fast Streamer. Our main aim is to measure each candidates skills, aptitudes and abilities against set criteria. During the assessment, candidates will complete a variety of written (using our customised PCs) and oral exercises and have a one-to-one interview with an assessor. For the group exercise, youll be placed in a group of five or six candidates from a wide range of backgrounds.
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Candidates for the following Fast Stream options will be asked to attend a Final Selection Board, where they will need to show evidence of the further skills and particular strengths listed below:
Houses of Parliament
Ability to learn quickly the rules and conventions of Parliamentary practice; Strong interpersonal skills; Adaptability and willingness to take on new tasks; Stamina, both physical and intellectual; Capacity to think quickly and logically under pressure; The initiative to make and use personal contacts.
Diplomatic Service
Excellent interpersonal skills; Strong management potential; Adaptability and resilience; The ability to think strategically and see the bigger picture; A real interest in, and sensitivity towards, different cultures; A lively interest in political and international affairs.
HR Fast Stream
Candidates for the HR Fast Stream will be asked to attend a Final Selection Board which will comprise an interview and practical exercises over a half day.
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Maya Desai