The Behavioral Interviewing Workshop is a 12-hour intensive training designed to strengthen the interviewing skills of junior HR professionals, hiring managers, and team leaders. The program focuses on mastering behavioral questioning techniques, guiding candidate conversations, and evaluating responses to identify competencies that align with role requirements. Through a blend of theory, role-plays, and case studies, participants gain the confidence and structure needed to conduct fair, consistent, and effective interviews that lead to better hiring decisions.
Course Highlights
Duration
12 hours
Location
On-Campus
Tuition
300 USD
Schedule
Full-day interactive sessions
Instructors
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Industry Facts and Statistics
0% loss
Poor hiring decisions cost organizations 30% of the employee’s first-year salary.
0% of employers
admit they hired the wrong person for a role, highlighting the need for structured interviewing skills
0x more likely
Companies that use structured behavioral interviewing are 2x more likely to improve employee performance outcomes
Course Outcome
1
Understand the purpose and value of behavioral interviewing, and distinguish it from traditional and situational methods.
2
Design and apply competency-based interview questions tailored to role requirements.
3
Use active listening, probing techniques, and structured evaluation criteria to assess candidates fairly and accurately.
4
Recognize and manage unconscious bias to ensure consistent and objective hiring decisions.
Topics Covered
Foundations of Behavioral Interviewing
Explore the role of interviews in recruitment and the impact of structured vs. unstructured hiring.
Principles of Behavioral Interviewing
Understand the advantages of behavioral interviewing and when to apply it.
Interview Preparation
Learn how to define role requirements, identify key competencies, and design tailored behavioral questions.
Structuring the Interview
Practice organizing interviews into opening, questioning, and closing phases.
Role-Plays & Interview Simulations
Engage in paired and group exercises to practice questioning techniques and evaluation methods.
Bias Awareness & Consistent Evaluation
Learn how to manage unconscious bias and apply structured evaluation tools fairly.
Who Should Take
This Course
Junior HR professionals and recruiters seeking to improve their interviewing skills.
Hiring managers and team leaders directly involved in candidate selection.
Managers from non-HR backgrounds who serve on interview panels.
Anyone seeking a structured, fair, and professional approach to interviewing.
Affiliation and Certification
This program is offered by the Lebanese American University – Academy of Continuing Education (LAU ACE), in affiliation with LEAG S.A.R.L.
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion, awarded upon successful completion of the program.
Testimonials
Banque Libano-Française
LAU ACE provided a comprehensive leadership training program for Banque Libano-Française, resulting in improved managerial skills and enhanced team performance. The customized approach ensured that the training aligned with the bank’s strategic goals.
Sanofi
Sanofi partnered with LAU ACE to deliver a specialized training program on regulatory compliance. The training was instrumental in ensuring that Sanofi’s staff were well-versed in the latest industry regulations, leading to increased efficiency and compliance.
Canadian Red Cross
LAU ACE developed a disaster management training program for the Canadian Red Cross, focusing on crisis response and recovery. The training equipped the staff with essential skills to manage emergencies effectively, resulting in improved response times and coordination during crises.
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