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To challenge an interview test decision

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clemettethecoalitionbreaker · 17/06/2010 16:43

Today I went for a series of tests to try and get an interview for my dream job. I knew that if I failed the first test I would be sent home. The pass mark was 14/20 and I got 13
However, when I got home I realised that one of the questions I got wrong was not on the syllabus that they specifically told us to study for the test. I then spoke to a tutor at the organisation who confirmed that two other questions that I got wrong, were now deemed to be misleading and potentially could have been answered the way I did so.
I phoned the HR office and asked if, given this, I could be allowed to resit another paper. The woman was incredibly rude to me and even started shouting, but eventually said she would get back to me. Five hours later I have heard nothing.
So, AIBU to pursue this? I think that if they are going to use a paper to decide if you can progress the paper should be accurate and cover what I was told to study. But am I just being stubborn and searching for hope where there is none? All views welcome please...

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bumpybecky · 17/06/2010 16:45

I think you should challenge it, but calmly in writing (stating what you've said above) rather than by phone.

Good luck

GiddyPickle · 17/06/2010 16:54

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clemettethecoalitionbreaker · 17/06/2010 17:06

Thank you. I have just written it out in an email to the head of recruitment so hopefully will hear soon.

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clemettethecoalitionbreaker · 17/06/2010 19:39

Top advice, thank you. They replied to the email and are giving me the opportunity to resit!

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GiddyPickle · 17/06/2010 20:23

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bumpybecky · 17/06/2010 21:01

that's brilliant news hope the second go is sucessful

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