Identify the correct sequence of Selection process:

(A) Selection decision
(B) Employment interview
(C) Selection tests
(D) Reference checking

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(C), (B), (D), (A)

The correct answer is Option (4) → (C), (B), (D), (A).

Selection is the process of choosing from among the pool of the prospective job candidates developed at the stage of recruitment. The important steps in the process of selection are as follows:

(C) Selection Tests: An employment test is a mechanism (either a paper and pencil test or an exercise) that attempts to measure certain characteristics of individuals. These characteristics range from aptitudes, such as manual dexterity, to intelligence to personality.

(B) Employment Interview: Interview is a formal, in-depth conversation conducted to evaluate the applicant’s suitability for the job. The role of the interviewer is to seek information and that of the interviewee is to provide the same. Though, in present times, the interviewee also seeks information from interviewer.

(D) Reference Checking: Many employers request names, addresses, and telephone numbers of references for the purpose of verifying information and, gaining additional information on an applicant. Previous employers, known persons, teachers and university professors can act as references.

(A) Selection Decision: The final decision has to be made from among the candidates who pass the tests, interviews and reference checks. The views of the concerned manager will be generally considered in the final selection because it is he/she who is responsible for the performance of the new employee.