This Competency Based Interviewee Preparation workshop is suitable for staff at all levels of the organisation who are eager to improve their interview techniques. The programme focuses on practical interview preparation, skills development and answering styles.
The aim of this workshop is to ensure that candidates have the best possible opportunity to succeed by fully understanding the interview process and being focused on what is required of them.
Key aspects of best practice in the area of interview preparation and interview performance will be covered with time devoted to addressing candidates’ issues and/or concerns in relation to a specific competition.
This workshop be delivered remotely via Zoom and facilitated by subject matter experts.
Please see the IPA website for up to date courses information, scheduled dates and to book a place.
| College | Institute of Public Administration |
| Course ID | 129049 |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 4 |
| Course Type | Instructor-Led Live Online, Online Learning |
| Awarding Body | Institute of Public Administration (IPA) |
| Course Start Date | 21st August 2026 |
| Course End Date | 21st August 2026 |
| Course Duration | Half Day Online Course |
| Course Time | 10.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. on scheduled dates |
| Course Fee | POA |

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