a) What is an interview? Write any four types of interviews. [2] b) Suppose you are going to get a job in a company. Write an interview of yours with the manager of the company. [3]

a) What is an interview? Write any four types of interviews.

Interview is a formal conversation between a job applicant and an employer (or interviewer) to assess the candidate’s suitability for a particular position. It helps the employer evaluate the candidate’s skills, experience, personality, and communication abilities, while also allowing the candidate to understand the job role and company culture.

Four Types of Interviews:

1. Structured Interview

   • Follows a fixed set of questions for all candidates.
   • Ensures fairness and consistency in evaluation.
   • Example: HR asks the same questions to all applicants for a customer service role.

2. Unstructured Interview

   • No predefined questions; the interviewer asks flexible, open-ended questions.
   • Focuses on exploring the candidate’s personality and experiences in depth.
   • Example: A creative director discussing a candidate’s past projects spontaneously.

3. Panel Interview

   • Multiple interviewers (from different departments) ask questions together.
   • Helps assess the candidate’s fit across various roles and team dynamics.
   • Example: A company’s HR, marketing, and finance teams interview a candidate for a managerial position.

4. Behavioral Interview

   • Focuses on past experiences to predict future performance (using the STAR method: Situation, Task, Action, Result).
   • Example: "Tell us about a time you handled a difficult customer."

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b) Interview with the Manager (Role-Play)