Numerical Reasoning

This psychometric test comprises of a series of questions to be answered in within a specific time which will vary from company to company. They relate to graphs, percentages and tables whereby you will be asked to analyse data and chose from a set of multiple choice answers. These are designed to assess your numerical ability.

 

Verbal Reasoning

This comprises of a series questions to be answered in within a specific time which will vary from company to company. You will be presented with a series of paragraphs which you will be required to read and then answer questions. Your options will be True, False or Cannot Tell. This test will be assessing your analytical skills.

 

Diagrammatic / Logical Reasoning

This test comprises of questions relating to sequences of shapes and patterns. In each question there will be a missing step and you will be provided with a number of answers to choose from. These test your logical reasoning and problem solving skills.

 

Group Exercise

The group exercise demonstrates how you work and perform in a team. The group will be presented with information, which is likely to be a case study or scenario relating to the company and the group will be expected to find a solution. Ensure to find a balance between speaking up and making your point but without dominating the group. You must show the assessor that you can work well in any situation, especially within a team as that is something that will be expected of you at the company.

 

E-tray Exercise

You may be asked to sit one of these. e-trays make use of a simulation in which you receive e-mails which you are expected to read, prioritise and process in order to complete several tasks. These tasks are representative of those that you might be expected to undertake in a work or business setting. It will assess your written communication, decision-making skills and ability to multi-task.

 

Presentation

You’ll be asked to prepare a presentation on a topic, which will provided to you prior to the assessment day, to given in front of one of the assessors. You will then be required to answer questions in order to demonstrate your knowledge of the company and how you would work under pressure.

 

Application Process

 

Links

http://www.bdograduaterecruitment.co.uk/Home

https://targetjobs.co.uk/employer-hubs/bdo/321239-the-graduate-application-process-for-bdo