What does CBI mean in UNCLASSIFIED

A Competency Based Interview (CBI) is an interviewing method used by employers to assess whether a prospective employee has the skills and capabilities necessary for the role. It involves asking questions about past experiences and achievements in order to determine how the individual might perform if they were given the job.

Employers use CBI as a means to evaluate candidates for a particular role based on their current abilities, rather than simply relying on what is written on their CV or application form. The questions posed during CBI focus on past experiences, and how these may be relevant to the job being applied for.

Areas typically covered during a Competition Based Interview usually relate to knowledge, skills, values and behaviours that are necessary for successfully performing in a particular position. Examples include communication, problem solving and decision making, customer service and teamwork.

Questions asked will usually seek information relating to past experiences in order to determine how best suited someone may be for a particular role. These could range from 'Describe a time when you had to work under pressure', 'Tell me about an achievement you're particularly proud of', or 'What strategies have you implemented at work'.

One major advantage of using CBI over other types of interviewing processes is that it provides employers with more insight into each candidate's abilities beyond what appears on paper. This makes it easier to compare candidates objectively from one another and make more informed hiring decisions. Additionally, it offers employers greater assurance that those who are selected are well-suited for the job they've applied for.