What's Coming Up in June 2023 - EPSO Rundown

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Monthly EPSO Exams Forward Planning for June - Upcoming and Ongoing EPSO competitions

Finally it's happening: the first competition to be released at the end of June under EPSO's new selection process. Under the current competition model there are still Assessment Centres happening. Among the many exciting things happening, EU Training has launched two new types of training sessions:

  • Time management skills training for the EPSO Computer-Based Tests
  • EPSO Case Study Workshops 

For the moment, the Case Study workshops are competition-specific and related to the EPSO AC. But once the new EPSO process is in full swing, the Case Study Workshop will be a regular in the EU Training repertoire. Both these new types of online EPSO prep training sessions will be held regularly each month from now on, so make sure to keep an eye on the classroom training schedule.

Let's take a look at some forward planning for upcoming and ongoing EPSO exams.

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Upcoming EPSO Competitions

EPSO ECONOMISTS AD6

The Notice of Competition will be published on 22 June 2023 according to EPSO's website, and will cover 3 profiles:

  1. Macroeconomics / Microeconomics
  2. Financial Economics
  3. Industrial Economics

See ALL Upcoming EPSO Competitions planned for release this year so far.

Here's how to prepare for all Upcoming EPSO competitions >>>​

Two-hour EPSO CBT training sessions starting at 17:30 / 55 euro each / participant:​​

  • Verbal Reasoning | Tuesday, 13 June - CONFIRMED!
  • Numerical Reasoning | Wednesday, 14 June - CONFIRMED!
  • Abstract Reasoning | Thursday, 15 June - CONFIRMED!​

Ongoing EPSO Competition Quick Links

 

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EPSO AST3 - OPERATIONAL / TECHNICAL SECURITY AND OPERATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY

EPSO/AST/155/22 - These candidates are in EPSO Case Study Exam mode, which will be shortly be followed by the start of interviews in the EPSO Assessment Centre phase. Eligibility checks are still ongoing. The candidates who are deemed eligible will then be invited to the next phase, which is the AC.

Important dates >>>

  • Case study booking period 20-27 June 2023
  • EPSO Case study exam - 5 July 2023
  • EPSO Assessment Centre: mid-June 2023 to mid-October 2023 (indicative)

Here's how to prepare >>>

---> EPSO CASE STUDY Workshops 

Epso released the Case Study Assignment - you can download it here. Here is the list of of EPSO Case Study Workshops open for registration, including the trainer's name:

Case Study Insights Webinar

  • Before you do a simulation, watch this webinar to learn the different methodologies which help achieve the highest scores, get practical advice on how to structure your answer, manage time and overcome difficulties.

8 Steps To Ace The EPSO Case Study

  • Get great tips on how to get started with your  EPSO Case Study prep
  • You will also find some great resources (free and for purchase)

---> EPSO SITUATIONAL COMPETENCY-BASED INTERVIEW

EPSO released the SCBI assignment - view it here.

  • Tuesday | 27 June | 09:00-11:00 - NEW
  • Thursday | 8 June | 09:00-11:00 - FULL
  • Tuesday | 13 June | 12:30-14:30 - FULL
  • Thursday | 15 June | 09:00-11:00 - FULL
  • Thursday | 15 June | 12:30-14:30 - FULL
  • Thursday | 15 June | 09:00-11:00 - FULL
  • Friday | 16 June | 12:30-14:30 - FULL
  • Tuesday | 20 June | 12:30-14:30 - FULL

--> EPSO FIELD-RELATED INTERVIEW SIMULATIONS

  • Thursday | 8 June | 12:30-14:30 - FULL
  • Friday | 9 June | 12:30-14:30 - FULL
  • Tuesday | 13 June | 12:30-14:30 - FULL
  • Thursday | 22 June | 09:00-11:00 - FULL

 

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ICT EXPERTS IN DIFFERENT FIELDS

These candidates can take a bit of a breather now that EPSO CBT and Case Study are done and dusted. After regrouping, and getting some much deserved R&R, it's time to focus on the interview components of the EPSO Assessment Centre.

  • EPSO/AST/151/22 - AST4
    • EPSO Assessment Centre Exams: September - December 2023 (indicative)
  • EPSO/AD/398/22 - AD7 / AD8
    • EPSO Assessment Center Exams: September 2023 to March 2024 (indicative)

Here's how to prepare >>>

---> EPSO FIELD-RELATED INTERVIEW ​

  • More training sessions will be added closer to the date of the AC

---> EPSO SITUATIONAL COMPETENCY-BASED INTERVIEW

  • Once EPSO releases the SCBI assignment, EU Training will schedule SCBI workshops.

---> EU TRAINING WAITING LIST

  • Want to be the first to know when new FRI Simulations and SCBI Workshops are added to the training schedule? 
  • Please write to our Support Team to be added to the waiting list.

Additional resources >>>

If you haven't yet: join the ICT Facebook group.

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HEADS OF ADMINISTRATION IN EU DELEGATIONS

EPSO Case Study Exam happening this Friday - wishing all the HoA candidates the best of luck!

Important dates >>>

  • Case Study -  26 May 2023 (online - remotely proctored)
  • Assessment Centre: mid-May 2023 until mid-July 2023 (indicative)

Here's how to prepare >>>

---> EPSO SITUATIONAL COMPETENCY-BASED INTERVIEW

EPSO is testing the following competencies through the SCBI: Learning & Development, Resilience and Working With Others.​​

  • Tuesday | 6 June | 12:30-14:30

--> EPSO FIELD-RELATED INTERVIEW 

EPSO will be testing your field-related competencies in your chosen Language 2.​​​

  • Wednesday | 14 June | 12:30-14:30
  • Tuesday | 20 June | 12:30-14:30 - CONFIRMED! 3 spots left

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EXPERTS & ADMINISTRATORS IN THE FIELDS OF SPACE AND DEFENCE INDUSTRY (EPSO/AD/400/22)

Hopefully everyone managed to book their Computer-Based Test date and time - the booking period just ended. 

Important dates >>>

  • Computer-Based Tests testing day - 6 June 2023
  • Written test booking period - 9 to 14 June 2023
  • Written test in the field - 19 June 2023
  • Assessment Centre starts in September and goes until mid October 2023 (indicative)

Here's how to prepare >>>

---> EPSO COMPUTER-BASED TEST - REASONING SKILLS

Eventhough it's not rocket science, the EPSO reasoning skills tests tend to bamboozle everyone, even rocket scientists. It helps to learn the tips and tricks that will improve your speed, accuracy and chances of success!

Two-hour workshops starting at 17:30:​​

  • Numerical Reasoning | Wednesday, 31 May
  • Abstract Reasoning | Thursday, 1 June​​

---> EPSO FIELD-RELATED INTERVIEW / SCBI / ORAL PRESENTATION​

Additional resources >>>

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EPSO CAST COMPETITIONS

Important dates >>>

  • Computer-Based Test booking period is 16-21 June 2023
  • Testing will take place on these days: 27-29 June 2023

Here's how to prepare >>>

Two-hour EPSO CBT training sessions  starting at 17:30, 55 euro each / participant:​​

  • Verbal Reasoning | Tuesday, 13 June - CONFIRMED!
  • Numerical Reasoning | Wednesday, 14 June - CONFIRMED!
  • Abstract Reasoning | Thursday, 15 June - CONFIRMED!​

A perfect complement to the above methodology training sessions - Time Management Skills for the EPSO CBT!

Additional resources >>>

Join a very helpful and collaborative community of EPSO candidates here: CAST Facebook group 

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EUROPEAN COMMISSION / EEAS INTERNAL COMPETITIONS

Here's how to prepare >>>

​IN-PERSON ORAL TEST CLASSROOM TRAINING IN BRUSSELS
Includes Interview simulation AND Oral Presentation Simulation

INTERVIEW SIMULATION (online)

ORAL PRESENTATION SIMULATION (online)

Additional resources >>>

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