Different Interview Formats

People while seeking a job often tend to miss out preparing themselves for different interview formats. Which in turn leads to the slip of the job from the hands. Because, we never know what format one would be tested on. So, it’s always great to know and prepare for the different interview formats. Therefore, today we will talk about different interview formats that any graduate and working person should know.

However, it must be noted and fully understood that these formats must not be mistaken as interview types, but in reality there is no connection between interview types and these formats so act wisely.

What interview format means? 

It is a way and style of asking questions from an applicant or contender. Every company has different interview format so do not mix up the format with types of interview.

First Format: Behavioral Interview

Format of this sort of interview is slightly distinctive. In this type of format, interviewer will ask contender about different past experiences that he/she can give as an example. Definitely, your past knowledge is going to pave your way towards a brighter future. They ask about different experiences in order to test your potential and intellectual power so be prepared for any crucial situation. This type of interview format revolves around your behavior throughout your interview session.

Second Format: Situational Interview

 In this format interviewers ask contender about their level of consistency. Moreover, test their power and strength that in case of any emergency, how they will handle any crucial situation.  Interviewers score applicants on the basis of their answers.

Third Format: Structured Interview

It is amalgamation of situational interview basically. In this interview format, contenders are asked about numerous challenging questions. An applicant may be asked about same category questions and after answers interviewers  would score him/her. This interview format is beneficial in a sense that officials can judge applicant’s  potential easily.

Fourth Format: Semi Structured Interview

 Fourth type of interview format is called semi structured interview. This format is mixture of structured and unstructured interview where officials ask different similar questions to contenders to test their mental level. Sometimes they also ask questions from your resume so make sure there is no any false information put up in your resume. As false information might seem like a good idea to impress but, if questions are to be asked from that particular part, it’s definitely going to get you in trouble. So it’s always a good idea to be honest and particular about your experience, skills and knowledge.

Fifth Format: Unstructured Format

 It is more natural and realistic type of interview format where candidates are asked about different question from their resumes. In this type of interview format, applicants need to be more careful while communicating with officials because they might put you under pressure. Therefore, never reply about unfamiliar things because they might be asking to test your knowledge  and not your personal experiences.

Sixth Format: Case Interview

 This is a type of format that facilitates applicants to show their potential on very moment. Basically this interview format is designed for following purposes

• It express logical mind of contender
• It shows thought process of an applicant
• It express business knowledge of an applicant
• A way to show your general knowledge
• Best way to express your inner creativity
• Develops a level of easiness between interviewers and contender
• Enhance communication skills of both interviewer and applicant

Conclusion

Concluding all this, anybody can comprehend the difference between interview types and interview formats. Make sure you prepare well for not only the types but the formats as well, and once you are prepared for everything an interview requires, there is no stopping you from a better and brighter future. Do you agree with us?