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These simulations and workshops provide focused, hands-on practice for EU selection exams. With expert feedback and realistic simulations, they will boost your confidence and improve your performance.

07 May17:30 - 19:30Europe/Brussels

Master the EPSO Numerical Reasoning Test | 2-Hour Workshop

Trainer Laszlo Papai
Location: Online
Laszlo Papai's picture
Confirmed
11 places left
Price €65.00 

Need a confidence boost for your upcoming EPSO Numerical Reasoning Test? 

This two hour interactive workshop will focus exclusively on the EPSO Numerical Reasoning Test and offers the opportunity to ask questions throughout from our highly experienced instructor. During this workshop, we will dive into the methodology of this test, offer valuable tips and tricks, and then apply this knowledge via practical simulation. 

PLEASE NOTE: The event will only take place if we have at least 8 participants 2 days before the date of the event.

What's included?

  • Reasoning skills test training for CAST competitions and EPSO competitions focused on the Numerical Reasoning test
  • 2 hours of EPSO Numerical Reasoning Test preparation
  • A live numerical reasoning test simulation
  • Presented by our resident reasoning skills expert
  • Interactive session with Q&A throughout
  • EPSO test methodology and preparation
  • The full recording of the session for two weeks

Who should attend?

  • CAST candidates, EPSO candidates or anyone preparing for any type of competition where it is required to take the reasoning skills tests or Computer-Based Tests (CBT or MCQs).

Who is the trainer?

László PÁPAI

  • Over 20 years of teaching and training experience
  • MA in foreign language learning
  • BSc in economics
  • 12 years of international sales and marketing experience in various fields
Schedule

Timing and planning is indicative

  • 17:30 – 18:30     Numerical Reasoning Test Methodology & Tips + Q&A
  • 18:30 – 19:30     Online Numerical Reasoning Test Simulation + evaluation of answers + Q&A
How can I apply?
  • Click on the 'Book a seat' button and proceed to checkout for payment.
  • We will send notification emails with detailed instructions before the event.

Your place at a training session is only guaranteed once full payment has been received.

  • You will get a payment and registration confirmation, but the workshop is only confirmed when the minimum number of participants is met and a confirmation email is sent.
  • Email notifications will be sent to the email connected with the EU Training account you use to register for this training session. 
  • Check your spam folder if you do not receive an 'Registration' email after registering for the session.​

Minimum/maximum participants 

  • Reasoning skills workshops: Minimum 8, maximum 30 participants
  • Other types of training sessions: Participant numbers vary – please check the specific workshop description.
Cancellation policy
  • If the minimum number of participants is not met, the workshop will be cancelled. 
  • You will be notified by email and can choose a full refund, virtual euros, or to move your registration to another date.
  • If you cancel:
    • 8 or more working days before the training session: full refund
    • 6–7 working days before the training session: 50% refund
    • 5 or fewer working days before the session: no refund
  • EU Training may cancel the event at any time and will refund the full participation fee in such cases.
08 May09:00 - 11:00Europe/Brussels

EESC | Competency-Based Interview Simulation | T-09:00

Trainer Ticiana Tucci
Location: Online
Ticiana Tucci's picture
Confirmed
Hurry up! Only 3 places left
Price €159.00 

Preparing for the Interviews stage of your European Economic and Social Committee (EESC​) internal competition? This focused session helps you build confidence through realistic, expert-led practice for the Competency-Based Interview (CBI).

The CBI involves interview questions about how you’ve handled specific work-related situations in the past, and assesses general competencies. In this interactive workshop, you’ll practise responding to common CBI questions, get expert feedback, and learn strategies to structure your answers clearly and effectively.

Designed for a small group of 6–7 participants, the session encourages peer learning and individual improvement.

Please note:

  • The session is held in English only.
  • A minimum of 4 confirmed participants is required at least 2 days before the event.

What's included?

  • Practical tips from an expert trainer on how to strategically prepare for the Competency-based Interview 
  • Interactive interview simulation with debrief and feedback.
  • Each participant will be asked to answer a number of 'likely' interview questions and have a go in the 'hot seat' at least once
  • A recording of each participant's answers to interview questions, for personal use only (optional)

Who should attend?

  • Candidates preparing for the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC​) internal competition.

Who is the trainer?

Ms. Ticiana Tucci, EU Training Assessment Centre Coach

  • A trained Psychologist, with over 20 years of experience in HR recruitment and selection, as well as, training and development.
  • Extensive experience as a certified career and executive coach.
  • Has led numerous Assessment Centres for large international corporations as a HR consultant.
Schedule
  • 09:00 - 09:15 | Introduction (15 minutes)
  • 09:15 - 10:45 |  Interactive Competency-Based Interview Simulation (1.5 hours)
  • 10:45 - 11:00 | Final Q&A (15 minutes)
How can I apply?
  • Click on the 'Book a seat' button and proceed to checkout for payment.
  • We will send notification emails with detailed instructions before the event.

Your place at a training session is only guaranteed once full payment has been received.

  • You will get a payment and registration confirmation, but the workshop is only confirmed when the minimum number of participants is met and a confirmation email is sent.
  • Email notifications will be sent to the email connected with the EU Training account you use to register for this training session. 
  • Check your spam folder if you do not receive an 'Registration' email after registering for the session.​

Minimum/maximum participants 

  • Reasoning skills workshops: Minimum 8, maximum 30 participants
  • Other types of training sessions: Participant numbers vary – please check the specific workshop description.
Cancellation policy
  • If the minimum number of participants is not met, the workshop will be cancelled. 
  • You will be notified by email and can choose a full refund, virtual euros, or to move your registration to another date.
  • If you cancel:
    • 8 or more working days before the training session: full refund
    • 6–7 working days before the training session: 50% refund
    • 5 or fewer working days before the session: no refund
  • EU Training may cancel the event at any time and will refund the full participation fee in such cases.
08 May17:30 - 19:30Europe/Brussels

Master the EPSO Verbal Reasoning Test | 2-Hour Workshop

Trainer Laszlo Papai
Location: Online
Laszlo Papai's picture
28 places left
Price €65.00 

Need a confidence boost for your upcoming EPSO Verbal Reasoning Test? 

This two hour interactive workshop will focus exclusively on the EPSO Verbal Reasoning Test and offers the opportunity to ask questions throughout from our highly experienced instructor. During this workshop, we will dive into the methodology of this test, offer valuable tips and tricks, and then apply this knowledge via practical simulation. 

PLEASE NOTE: The event will only take place if we have at least 8 participants 2 days before the date of the event.

What's included?

  • Computer-based test training for CAST competitions and EPSO competitions focused on the Verbal Reasoning test
  • 2 hours of EPSO verbal reasoning methodology and test preparation
  • A live verbal reasoning test simulation simulating the actual EPSO test
  • Presented by our resident reasoning skills expert
  • Interactive session with Q&A throughout
  • The full recording of the session for two weeks

Who should attend?

  • CAST candidates, EPSO candidates, or anyone required to take the reasoning skills Computer-Based Tests (CBT or MCQs)

Who is the trainer?

László PÁPAI

  • Over 20 years of teaching and training experience
  • MA in foreign language learning
  • BSc in economics
  • 12 years of international sales and marketing experience in various fields
Schedule
  • 17:30 – 18:30     Verbal Reasoning Test Methodology & Tips + Q&A
  • 18:30 – 19:30     Online Verbal Reasoning Test Simulation + evaluation of answers + Q&A
How can I apply?
  • Click on the 'Book a seat' button and proceed to checkout for payment.
  • We will send notification emails with detailed instructions before the event.

Your place at a training session is only guaranteed once full payment has been received.

  • You will get a payment and registration confirmation, but the workshop is only confirmed when the minimum number of participants is met and a confirmation email is sent.
  • Email notifications will be sent to the email connected with the EU Training account you use to register for this training session. 
  • Check your spam folder if you do not receive an 'Registration' email after registering for the session.​

Minimum/maximum participants 

  • Reasoning skills workshops: Minimum 8, maximum 30 participants
  • Other types of training sessions: Participant numbers vary – please check the specific workshop description.
Cancellation policy
  • If the minimum number of participants is not met, the workshop will be cancelled. 
  • You will be notified by email and can choose a full refund, virtual euros, or to move your registration to another date.
  • If you cancel:
    • 8 or more working days before the training session: full refund
    • 6–7 working days before the training session: 50% refund
    • 5 or fewer working days before the session: no refund
  • EU Training may cancel the event at any time and will refund the full participation fee in such cases.
09 May17:30 - 19:30Europe/Brussels

Master the EPSO Abstract Reasoning Test | 2-Hour Workshop

Trainer Laszlo Papai
Location: Online
Laszlo Papai's picture
26 places left
Price €65.00 

Need a confidence boost for your upcoming EPSO Abstract Reasoning Test? 

This two hour interactive workshop will focus exclusively on the EPSO Abstract Reasoning Test and offers the opportunity to ask questions throughout from our highly experienced instructor.  During this workshop, we will dive into the methodology of this test, offer valuable tips and tricks, and then apply this knowledge via practical simulation. 

PLEASE NOTE: The event will only take place if we have at least 8 participants 2 days before the date of the event.

What's included?

  • Reasoning skills test training for CAST competitions and EPSO competitions focused on the Abstract Reasoning test
  • 2 hours of EPSO Abstract Reasoning Test preparation
  • A live abstract reasoning test simulation
  • Presented by our resident reasoning skills expert
  • Interactive session with Q&A throughout
  • EPSO test methodology and preparation
  • The full recording of the session for two weeks

Who should attend?

  • CAST candidates, EPSO candidates or anyone preparing for any type of competition where it is required to take the reasoning skills tests

Who is the trainer?

László PÁPAI

  • Over 20 years of teaching and training experience
  • MA in foreign language learning
  • BSc in economics
  • 12 years of international sales and marketing experience in various fields
Schedule
  • 17:30 – 18:30     Abstract Reasoning Test Methodology & Tips + Q&A
  • 18:30 – 19:30     Online Abstract Reasoning Test Simulation + evaluation of answers + Q&A
How can I apply?
  • Click on the 'Book a seat' button and proceed to checkout for payment.
  • We will send notification emails with detailed instructions before the event.

Your place at a training session is only guaranteed once full payment has been received.

  • You will get a payment and registration confirmation, but the workshop is only confirmed when the minimum number of participants is met and a confirmation email is sent.
  • Email notifications will be sent to the email connected with the EU Training account you use to register for this training session. 
  • Check your spam folder if you do not receive an 'Registration' email after registering for the session.​

Minimum/maximum participants 

  • Reasoning skills workshops: Minimum 8, maximum 30 participants
  • Other types of training sessions: Participant numbers vary – please check the specific workshop description.
Cancellation policy
  • If the minimum number of participants is not met, the workshop will be cancelled. 
  • You will be notified by email and can choose a full refund, virtual euros, or to move your registration to another date.
  • If you cancel:
    • 8 or more working days before the training session: full refund
    • 6–7 working days before the training session: 50% refund
    • 5 or fewer working days before the session: no refund
  • EU Training may cancel the event at any time and will refund the full participation fee in such cases.
13 May12:30 - 14:30Europe/Brussels

Oral Presentation Simulation | COM Internal Comp | T-12:30

Trainer Ticiana Tucci
Location: Online
Ticiana Tucci's picture
6 places left
Price €159.00 

Preparing for the Oral Presentation stage of your European Commission Internal Competition? This session helps you sharpen your presentation skills through realistic practice with an expert and focuses only on the Oral Presentation part of the Oral Test. It’s interactive, strategy-focused, and designed to help you improve your structure, delivery, and confidence.

Please note: this training session is in English only and does NOT cover the Interview component of the Oral Test – separate sessions are available for that. It will only be held if at least 4 participants are confirmed 2 days before the event.​

What's included?

  • Preparation focused on the Oral Presentation
  • Practical tips on how to strategically prepare for the Oral Presentation
  • Interactive Oral Presentation simulation with debrief and feedback.
  • You will be asked to prepare a short presentation (topics will be announced at the session, no prerequisites needed) and have a go in the 'hot seat' once
  • 10 minutes preparation time 
  • 15 minutes presentation + feedback
  • A recording of your presentation
  • Session hosted by one of our EPSO experts
  • Limited to a small group of six participants for maximum interaction
  • Tailored to collective learning and group feedback.

Who should attend?

  • Candidates participating in the European Commission’s Internal Competitions.

Who is the trainer?

  • Ms. Ticiana Tucci, EU Training Assessment Centre Coach
  • A trained Psychologist, with over 20 years of experience in HR recruitment and selection, as well as, training and development.
  • Extensive experience as a certified career and executive coach.
  • Has led numerous Assessment Centres for large international corporations as a HR consultant.
Schedule
  • 12:30 - 12:40 / Introduction (10 minutes)
  • 12:40 - 12:50 / Preparation for presentations (10 minutes)
  • 12:50 - 14:20 / Presentations + Feedback - 15 minutes each (1 hour 30 Minutes)
  • 14:20 - 14:30 / Final Q&A (10 minutes)
How can I apply?
  • Click on the 'Book a seat' button and proceed to checkout for payment.
  • We will send notification emails with detailed instructions before the event.

Your place at a training session is only guaranteed once full payment has been received.

  • You will get a payment and registration confirmation, but the workshop is only confirmed when the minimum number of participants is met and a confirmation email is sent.
  • Email notifications will be sent to the email connected with the EU Training account you use to register for this training session. 
  • Check your spam folder if you do not receive an 'Registration' email after registering for the session.​

Minimum/maximum participants 

  • Reasoning skills workshops: Minimum 8, maximum 30 participants
  • Other types of training sessions: Participant numbers vary – please check the specific workshop description.
Cancellation policy
  • If the minimum number of participants is not met, the workshop will be cancelled. 
  • You will be notified by email and can choose a full refund, virtual euros, or to move your registration to another date.
  • If you cancel:
    • 8 or more working days before the training session: full refund
    • 6–7 working days before the training session: 50% refund
    • 5 or fewer working days before the session: no refund
  • EU Training may cancel the event at any time and will refund the full participation fee in such cases.
13 May12:30 - 14:30Europe/Brussels

EESC | Competency-Based Interview Simulation | M-12:30

Trainer Malene Bresson
Location: Online
Malene Bresson's picture
6 places left
Price €159.00 

Preparing for the Interviews stage of your European Economic and Social Committee (EESC​) internal competition? This focused session helps you build confidence through realistic, expert-led practice for the Competency-Based Interview (CBI).

The CBI involves interview questions about how you’ve handled specific work-related situations in the past, and assesses general competencies. In this interactive workshop, you’ll practise responding to common CBI questions, get expert feedback, and learn strategies to structure your answers clearly and effectively.

Designed for a small group of 6–7 participants, the session encourages peer learning and individual improvement.

Please note:

  • The session is held in English only.
  • A minimum of 4 confirmed participants is required at least 2 days before the event.

What's included?

  • Practical tips from an expert trainer on how to strategically prepare for the Competency-based Interview 
  • Interactive interview simulation with debrief and feedback.
  • Each participant will be asked to answer a number of 'likely' interview questions and have a go in the 'hot seat' at least once
  • A recording of each participant's answers to interview questions, for personal use only (optional)

Who should attend?

  • Candidates preparing for the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC​) internal competition.

Who is the trainer?

Ms. Malene Bresson, EU Training Personal Coach

  • 20+ years experience in HR law and communication.
  • 10+ years of leadership and management experience in the public/private sector
  • Over four years experience coaching EU Careers candidates
  • Trained Life and Business Coach
Schedule
  • 12:30 - 12:45 | Introduction (15 minutes)
  • 12:45 - 14:15 |  Interactive Competency-Based Interview Simulation (1.5 hours)
  • 14:15 - 14:30 | Final Q&A (15 minutes)
How can I apply?
  • Click on the 'Book a seat' button and proceed to checkout for payment.
  • We will send notification emails with detailed instructions before the event.

Your place at a training session is only guaranteed once full payment has been received.

  • You will get a payment and registration confirmation, but the workshop is only confirmed when the minimum number of participants is met and a confirmation email is sent.
  • Email notifications will be sent to the email connected with the EU Training account you use to register for this training session. 
  • Check your spam folder if you do not receive an 'Registration' email after registering for the session.​

Minimum/maximum participants 

  • Reasoning skills workshops: Minimum 8, maximum 30 participants
  • Other types of training sessions: Participant numbers vary – please check the specific workshop description.
Cancellation policy
  • If the minimum number of participants is not met, the workshop will be cancelled. 
  • You will be notified by email and can choose a full refund, virtual euros, or to move your registration to another date.
  • If you cancel:
    • 8 or more working days before the training session: full refund
    • 6–7 working days before the training session: 50% refund
    • 5 or fewer working days before the session: no refund
  • EU Training may cancel the event at any time and will refund the full participation fee in such cases.
14 May09:00 - 11:00Europe/Brussels

Interview Simulation | COM Internal Comp | M-09:00

Trainer Malene Bresson
Location: Online
Malene Bresson's picture
6 places left
Price €159.00 

Preparing for the Interview stage of your European Commission Internal Competition? This session helps you build confidence through realistic practice with an expert and focuses only on the Interview part of the Oral Test. It’s interactive, strategy-focused, and designed to show where you stand in your preparation.

Please note: this training session is in English only and does NOT cover the Oral Presentation – separate sessions are available for that. It will only be held if at least 4 participants are confirmed 2 days before the event.

What's included?

  • Preparation focused on the Interview
  • Practical tips on how to strategically prepare for the Interview (Motivation, Field-Related & General Competencies mentioned in the Annex I)
  • Interactive Interview simulation with debrief and feedback.
  • Each participant will be asked to answer a number of 'likely' interview questions and have a go in the 'hot seat' at least once
  • Recording of each participant's answers to interview questions, for personal use only
  • Session hosted by one of our EPSO experts
  • Limited to a small group of six to seven participants for maximum interaction
  • Tailored to collective learning and group feedback.

Who should attend?

  • Candidates from all levels and fields participating in the European Commission's Internal Competitions.

Who is the trainer?

Ms. Malene Bresson, EU Training Personal Coach

  • 20+ years experience in HR law and communication.
  • 10+ years of leadership and management experience in the public/private sector
  • Trained Life and Business Coach
Schedule
  • 09:00 - 09:15 / Introduction (15 minutes)
  • 09:15 - 10:45 / Interactive Interview simulation with debrief and feedback ( 1.5 hour )
  • 10:45 - 11:00 / Final Q&A (15 minutes)
How can I apply?
  • Click on the 'Book a seat' button and proceed to checkout for payment.
  • We will send notification emails with detailed instructions before the event.

Your place at a training session is only guaranteed once full payment has been received.

  • You will get a payment and registration confirmation, but the workshop is only confirmed when the minimum number of participants is met and a confirmation email is sent.
  • Email notifications will be sent to the email connected with the EU Training account you use to register for this training session. 
  • Check your spam folder if you do not receive an 'Registration' email after registering for the session.​

Minimum/maximum participants 

  • Reasoning skills workshops: Minimum 8, maximum 30 participants
  • Other types of training sessions: Participant numbers vary – please check the specific workshop description.
Cancellation policy
  • If the minimum number of participants is not met, the workshop will be cancelled. 
  • You will be notified by email and can choose a full refund, virtual euros, or to move your registration to another date.
  • If you cancel:
    • 8 or more working days before the training session: full refund
    • 6–7 working days before the training session: 50% refund
    • 5 or fewer working days before the session: no refund
  • EU Training may cancel the event at any time and will refund the full participation fee in such cases.
17 May10:00 - 17:30Europe/Brussels

Master The EPSO Reasoning Skills Tests | Online Training

Trainer András Kőrizs
Location: Online
András Kőrizs 's picture
29 places left
Price €185.00 

Feeling a little nervous about your upcoming EPSO Reasoning Skills Tests? 

EU Training’s online workshops are designed to help calm nerves and build candidates’ confidence by simulating EPSO test conditions before the real thing.

This full-day training session will cover each of the three key EPSO pre-selection tests (Verbal Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, and Abstract Reasoning), and offers the opportunity to ask questions throughout from our highly experienced instructor.

During the training session, you will dive into the methodology of each test, get valuable tips and tricks, and then apply this knowledge with practical simulations for each test type. 

What's included?

  • Training for the Verbal, Numerical and Abstract Reasoning skills tests 
  • EPSO reasoning skills test methodology and time management tips
  • A realistic test simulation at the end of each module
  • Presented by our resident reasoning skills expert
  • Interactive session with Q&A throughout

Who should attend?

  • Relevant for EPSO and CAST candidates or candidates of any competition preparing for a reasoning skills test (Verbal, Numerical and Abstract reasoning), also known as a CBT or MCQ.

Who is the trainer?

ANDRAS KORIZS

  • EU Training EPSO computer-based tests trainer.
  • Has undertaken and successfully passed the EPSO selection exams on a number of occasions.
  • Experienced teacher and coach, specialising in reasoning skills tests.
Schedule
  • 10:00 – 11:00     Verbal Reasoning Test Methodology & Tips
  • 11:00 – 12:00     Verbal Reasoning Test Simulation + evaluation of answers

  | One-hour break |

  • 13:00 – 14:00     Numerical Reasoning Test Methodology & Tips
  • 14:00 – 15:00     Numerical Reasoning Test Simulation + evaluation of answers

   | 30-minute break |

  • 15:30 – 16:30     Abstract Reasoning Test Methodology & Tips
  • 16:30 – 17:30     Abstract Reasoning Test Simulation + evaluation of answers
How can I apply?
  • Click on the 'Book a seat' button and proceed to checkout for payment.
  • We will send notification emails with detailed instructions before the event.

Your place at a training session is only guaranteed once full payment has been received.

  • You will get a payment and registration confirmation, but the workshop is only confirmed when the minimum number of participants is met and a confirmation email is sent.
  • Email notifications will be sent to the email connected with the EU Training account you use to register for this training session. 
  • Check your spam folder if you do not receive an 'Registration' email after registering for the session.​

Minimum/maximum participants 

  • Reasoning skills workshops: Minimum 8, maximum 30 participants
  • Other types of training sessions: Participant numbers vary – please check the specific workshop description.
Cancellation policy
  • If the minimum number of participants is not met, the workshop will be cancelled. 
  • You will be notified by email and can choose a full refund, virtual euros, or to move your registration to another date.
  • If you cancel:
    • 8 or more working days before the training session: full refund
    • 6–7 working days before the training session: 50% refund
    • 5 or fewer working days before the session: no refund
  • EU Training may cancel the event at any time and will refund the full participation fee in such cases.
22 May09:00 - 11:00Europe/Brussels

Interview Simulation | COM Internal Comp | T-09:00

Trainer Ticiana Tucci
Location: Online
Ticiana Tucci's picture
6 places left
Price €159.00 

Preparing for the Interview stage of your European Commission Internal Competition? This session helps you build confidence through realistic practice with an expert and focuses only on the Interview part of the Oral Test. It’s interactive, strategy-focused, and designed to show where you stand in your preparation.

Please note: this training session is in English only and does NOT cover the Oral Presentation – separate sessions are available for that. It will only be held if at least 4 participants are confirmed 2 days before the event.

What's included?

  • Preparation focused on the Interview
  • Practical tips on how to strategically prepare for the Interview (Motivation, Field-Related & General Competencies mentioned in the Annex I)
  • Interactive Interview simulation with debrief and feedback.
  • Each participant will be asked to answer a number of 'likely' interview questions and have a go in the 'hot seat' at least once
  • Recording of each participant's answers to interview questions, for personal use only
  • Session hosted by one of our EPSO experts
  • Limited to a small group of six to seven participants for maximum interaction
  • Tailored to collective learning and group feedback.

Who should attend?

  • Candidates from all levels and fields participating in the European Commission's Internal Competitions.

Who is the trainer?

  • Ms. Ticiana Tucci, EU Training Assessment Centre Coach
  • A trained Psychologist, with over 20 years of experience in HR recruitment and selection, as well as, training and development.
  • Extensive experience as a certified career and executive coach.
  • Has led numerous Assessment Centres for large international corporations as a HR consultant.
Schedule
  • 09:00 - 09:15 / Introduction (15 minutes)
  • 09:15 - 10:45 / Interactive Interview simulation with debrief and feedback (1.5 hour)
  • 10:45 - 11:00 / Final Q&A (15 minutes)
How can I apply?
  • Click on the 'Book a seat' button and proceed to checkout for payment.
  • We will send notification emails with detailed instructions before the event.

Your place at a training session is only guaranteed once full payment has been received.

  • You will get a payment and registration confirmation, but the workshop is only confirmed when the minimum number of participants is met and a confirmation email is sent.
  • Email notifications will be sent to the email connected with the EU Training account you use to register for this training session. 
  • Check your spam folder if you do not receive an 'Registration' email after registering for the session.​

Minimum/maximum participants 

  • Reasoning skills workshops: Minimum 8, maximum 30 participants
  • Other types of training sessions: Participant numbers vary – please check the specific workshop description.
Cancellation policy
  • If the minimum number of participants is not met, the workshop will be cancelled. 
  • You will be notified by email and can choose a full refund, virtual euros, or to move your registration to another date.
  • If you cancel:
    • 8 or more working days before the training session: full refund
    • 6–7 working days before the training session: 50% refund
    • 5 or fewer working days before the session: no refund
  • EU Training may cancel the event at any time and will refund the full participation fee in such cases.
22 May14:30 - 18:30Europe/Brussels

Oral Test Simulation | In-Person | COM Internal Comp

Trainer Jan De Sutter
Location: Ambiorix Center
Square Ambiorix 7
1000 Brussels
Belgium
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5 places left
Price €259.00 

Getting ready for the European Commission's Internal Competition Oral Test? Please note: This training session will be held IN-PERSON in Brussels.

This training session prepares you for both parts of the European Commission’s Internal Competition Oral Test: the interview and oral presentation. You'll learn key techniques from an expert trainer, practise answering interview questions, and receive personalised feedback. The session also includes oral presentation tips and the chance to present and observe others. It’s designed to boost your confidence and help you assess your current level of preparation.

Please note: This training session will be conducted in English only. This classroom training session will only take place if there are at least 4 participants 2 days before the date of the event.

What's included?

  • Preparation focused on the Interview and the Oral Presentation
  • Practical tips on how to strategically prepare for the Interview (Motivation & Competencies mentioned in the Annex I) and the Oral Presentation
  • Interactive simulation for both components with debrief and feedback.
  • An online setup will be created at the venue, with the candidate in the ‘hot seat’ sitting in a different room from the interviewer.
  • Oral Presentation simulation: 
    • You will be asked to prepare a short presentation
    • Topics will be chosen from a list at the session, no prerequisites needed
    • Participants will each have a go in the 'hot seat' once
    • 10 minutes preparation time 
    • 10 minutes presentation + feedback
    • You will receive a recording of your presentation, for personal use only
  • Interview simulation: ​
    • Each participant will be asked to answer a number of 'likely' interview questions and have a go in the 'hot seat' at least once
    • The interview questions will be about motivation and field-related competencies, with the main focus on general competency-based questions. 
    • You will receive a recording of your answers to the interview questions, for personal use only
  • A follow-up document with further useful preparation info and sample interview questions 
  • Coffee and tea

Who should attend?

  • Candidates participating in the European Commission’s Internal Competitions - applicants from all levels and fields can participate. 

Who is the trainer?

Mr. Jan De Sutter, EU Training Partner

  • Former President of an EPSO Selection Board
  • Trained assessor
  • To this date he has helped over 4000 candidates bring out their best for various selection tests
  • Co-author of The Ultimate EU Test Book – The Assessment Centre Edition
Schedule
  • 14:30 - 14:45 - General introduction to the Oral Test
  • 14:45 - 15:00  - Preparation for the presentation (topic will be chosen from a list)
  • 15:00 - 17:00 - "Hot seat" for Oral presentations
  • 17:00 - 18:30 - "Hot seat" for Interview simulations
How can I apply?
  • Click on the 'Book a seat' button and proceed to checkout for payment.
  • We will send notification emails with detailed instructions before the event.

Your place at a training session is only guaranteed once full payment has been received.

  • You will get a payment and registration confirmation, but the workshop is only confirmed when the minimum number of participants is met and a confirmation email is sent.
  • Email notifications will be sent to the email connected with the EU Training account you use to register for this training session. 
  • Check your spam folder if you do not receive an 'Registration' email after registering for the session.​

Minimum/maximum participants 

  • Reasoning skills workshops: Minimum 8, maximum 30 participants
  • Other types of training sessions: Participant numbers vary – please check the specific workshop description.
Cancellation policy
  • If the minimum number of participants is not met, the workshop will be cancelled. 
  • You will be notified by email and can choose a full refund, virtual euros, or to move your registration to another date.
  • If you cancel:
    • 8 or more working days before the training session: full refund
    • 6–7 working days before the training session: 50% refund
    • 5 or fewer working days before the session: no refund
  • EU Training may cancel the event at any time and will refund the full participation fee in such cases.

Customer feedback

In-Person Oral Test Training

Very good tips, tricks, and insights to prepare for both the interview and oral presentation. Very important to practice as practising gives insight to strengths & weaknesses.

28 February 2025 | COM Internal competition training session with Jan de Sutter

Michaela, Finland
Hands-on approach

"Thomas always responded to our questions consistently and convincingly. I found the "hands-on" part extremely useful. This is not a training but a hand-in-hand interactive workshop. You're a part of it."

Abstract Reasoning workshop | 7 March 2024

Carlos, Spain
Totally recommend this course

"The instructor had a deep knowledge and He gave a detailed description of each exercise. Practice exercises are really helpful. Totally recommend this course to learn few useful tricks to improve your reasoning skills. "

30 April 2025 | EPSO Abstract Reasoning Workshop 

A., United States
Verbal, Numerical, Abstract Reasoning

"It gave a good backgound for preparation and practice before the exam. The trainer delved into details and was very attentive to each of our questions."

Full-day reasoning skills workshop | 11 March 2023 | Trainer: Andras Korizs

Nino, Italy
Abstract reasoning

"It's a huge advantage if you have done some training on these abstract tests before, so you are familiar with the tests and "logic". Also see the free intro guide before."

28 February 2025 | EPSO Abstract Reasoning Workshop 

Anne, Luxembourg
Useful tips not found elsewhere

"Great for beginners, but also for those who have some experience and need to learn new tricks. It did challenge a bit my perspective on abstract reasoning tests and I learned a few very useful tips that I have not found elsewhere."

Abstract Reasoning Workshop - 28 February 2025

Cristina, Romania
5 out of 5

"A clear presentation, lots of kindness and generosity from the trainer. The training gave clarity and was comprehensive, albeit I would have liked it to be longer. I sincerely don't see how you would prepare for these tests without this training."

15 March 2025 | Full-day EPSO Reasoning Skills Test Workhsop

Anonymous, France
Engaging and applicable

"The trainer was deeply knowledgeable and practical in his approach, making the learning experience both engaging and applicable. I am confident in my preparation and will continue to rely on your trusted resources for my future preparation needs. This course is an excellent investment for anyone aspiring to enhance their skills effectively and efficiently."

Numerical Reasoning Workshop - 18 March 2025

Leila, Italy
Highly recommended

"I would definitely recommend those training sessions because they give a very good insight on the nature of the exams, on what is your actual level of preparation and on what you will need to practice more."

15 February 2025 | Full day Reasoning skills workshop

Marian, Belgium
Full Day Reasoning Skills Workshop

"The session covered a number of topics over the day. The level of detail was good and the quality was very high. The trainer was knowledgeable. He encouraged interaction and questions. I appreciated the overview of each topic. The numerical part was especially good."

29 March 2025 | Full Day Reasoning Skills Workshop

A., Luxembourg
In-Person Classroom Training

"Very useful tips and things to take into account when preparing for the exam. Very clear explanations from the trainer and good to (hopefully) relduce some stress before the actual exam."

Mastering the COM Internal Competition Oral Test

26 May 2023

Marina, Italy
Great ground knowledge to improve our practice

"The training provides a great ground knowledge to improve our practice."

22 April 2024 - Numerical Reasoning WS

 

Catia Santos, Portugal
Interview Simulation | COM internal competition

"I strongly recommend this service. The trainers have high level of expertise and experience. I have received valuable tailored feedback and guidance, which give me solid foundation and confidence for the actual interview."

European Commission Internal Comp. | 15 February 2023

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You may askMore questions

What is the difference between an Online Classroom Training and a LIVE Webcast?

The major difference between a Classroom Training session and our Webcasts lies in their objectives.

  • The aim of the Classroom Training session is to improve your personal performance
    • These are small group sessions focused on individual and group feedback
    • They are collaborative, workshop style
    • Often it is called a simulation because the trainer will ask each participant EPSO-style interview questions
    • For many of these, the trainer will record the participant's response which is a useful tool to prepare for EPSO exams
       
  • Webcasts are less personal given their nature. 
    • It is usually a very large group of people (we've had over 500 people at once)
    • If you participate in a live webcast, you can ask questions from the presenter directly through the chat box
    • Webinars and webcasts are recorded so you can watch them as many times as you wish. (difference between webinars and webcasts here)

For both the classroom training session and the webinars you receive background materials and a lots of good advice about EPSO exams.

As you can see both preparation tools are extremely useful, however, the way they achieve their objectives are different.

What happens if I get disconnected during an online Classroom Training session?

Try to reconnect through the same link, try loggin in with a different browser.

If you are unable to reconnect, contact Customer Support immediately - our agents are always on hand monitoring live events and they will help resolve the issue.

 

What should I do if I cannot hear the presenter or see the presenation slides?

If you have audio issues or you cannot see the content the presenter is sharing during an online training session or live webinar, always try the following first:

1. Check that your speakers are turned on and your headphones are properly connected.

2. Check that the sound on your device is not set to 'mute'. You can check this by going to YouTube and playing a video to see if there is sound.

3. Make sure all your audio out levels are set high. 

4. If, during the webinar, you stop hearing audio or the content does not change on screen for a prolonged period of time

  • Log out and log back in
  • Try a different browser

5. If you are not able to log back in or lose access to the live webinar or training session completely:

  • Write to Customer Support immediately - our agents are always on hand monitoring live events
  • If you end up missing the wthe session due to technical issues - no worries - with a few exceptions, you will be able to access the full recording on your Dashboard, where you accessed the live event.
  • There are some webcasts and training sessions that are not recorded.

How many times can I use a question? And how many times can I revise a test?

Our questions have no expiration date, your question balance has no expiration date. You can compose new tests as long as you have new questions on your account, and you can revise previous tests without any time limitation.

We created a system that helps your EU exam preparation in the best possible way:

  • After you buy an exam preparation package, you can use these questions to create new tests in any composition and language you wish.
  • Once you launch a new test, the number of questions that you put in there will be deducted from your account and you can use each question once, similarly to a test book where you mark your answer options.
  • However, as a special gift to our customers, we created a system where you can re-take any of your previously composed tests as many times as you like (you can do this by finding the test you wish to re-take via the Practice Activity block of your Dashboard).
  • You can monitor your progress via the Statistics block as well.
  • After submitting or re-taking a test, you can revise all your previous tests in Review mode which includes an option to turn off the 'Explanation' feature to further improve the revision experience.
  • Moreover, revision is not limited in any way. You may revise previous tests and questions for an unlimited period and for an unlimited number of times.

I can't attend the classroom training - can I get a refund?

EU Training's cancellation policy:

  • Cancellation up to 8 working days before the classroom training session's date: 100% refund.
  • Cancellation 7-6 working days before the classroom training session's date: 50% refund.
  • Cancellations from 5 or fewer working days before the classroom training session's date: NO REFUND.

For more information, please consult our Terms of Use.

With cancellation and refund requests, please contact our support team.

I have not received any confirmation email for a classroom training I've purchased.

A confirmation email will be sent to you once the minimum number of participants required have registered.

BUT, please check your spam folder for EU Training email notifications, because some email providers mark automated messages as spam.

Lastly, all necessary details will be provided in the confirmation email and subsequent reminder emails.

If a training session (workshop or simulation) is cancelled due to an insufficient number of registered participants, we will get in touch with you to find a solution that best fits you.

If you have not received ANY emails, not even a payment confirmation:

  • Check your spam folder
  • Check your EU Training account profile info to make sure the email you provided is correct
  • Make sure you are NOT logged in through Facebook
  • Contact Customer Support directly if you have checked all of the above and are still not receiving emails.

I can't attend the Master the EPSO Reasoning Skills workshop afterall, but I'v already paid. What are my options?

You are in luck! All of the EPSO Reasoning Skills workshops are recorded in full.

Here are all of your options if you can't attend the live workshop:

  1. You'll automatically get the recording if you've already paid, but can't attend in the end. The recording will be available in your EU Training account for two weeks from the date the workshop was held.
  2. If you'd really like to participate in a live workshop, we can move you to the next possible date, no extra cost.
  3. If you'd like to cancel completely for whatever reason, we will refund you if it is in accordance with our terms and conditions. Just contact us directly to request the refund.

How do I access the Master the EPSO Reasoning Skills Workshop?

Once you've received the confirmation email for the Master the EPSO Reasoning Skills workshop you purchased, you will be able to access the live session as follows:

  • Find the "MY WORKSHOPS" section on your EU Training dashboard.
  • Each module will show there separately - Verbal, Numerical and Abstract Reasoning.
  • About 5 minutes before the start time click on the “Join event” button for the module that is starting.