This involves a group of 5-8 candidates (from different universities and different faculties) discussing an assigned topic or case. Many campus recruiters use group discussion as a selection method in the final round of selection.

• Unstructured group discussion
• Debate a topic
• Case Study - discussion to reach consensus
• Case Study - discussion with designated roles
• Case Study - discussion to work out a business plan or proposal

1. Planning Skill
• Encourages team to take a structured approach in objective definition and solution planning
• Shows ability in identifying problems
• Suggests solutions: Ensures that both the individual's and the group's time are managed well
2. Communication Skill
• Expresses ideas clearly
• Speaks out and contributes willingly
• Handles conflict well either when directed at himself / herself or when conflict arises between other team members
• Shows tact and sensitivity towards others
• Listens to others’ suggestions
• Demonstrates an understanding of how others perceive the situation
3. Leadership
• Even though another participant may have taken the lead, continues to assert one's own views and may even take the lead if the group begins to flounder
• Encourages others to contribute to the discussion
• Contributes to a good sense of team spirit
• Expresses opinions / views that are accepted by others
4. Motivation
• Shows energy, enthusiasm, and drive in facing the task
• Shows determination and commitment to achieve the best possible solution
• Stands his / her ground when he / she believes he / she is right
• Shows a positive attitude to accept challenge
5. Decision-making Skill
• Eager to see decisions taken
• Sees the relevance of others' contributions and promptly builds on these with a view to action
• Ensures that, in the end, some sound decision is taken

• Introduces new ideas
• Expresses ideas clearly and convincingly
• Encourages others to give opinions
• Listens before contributing
• Steps in and redirects the conversation when necessary
• Be sensitive to the feelings of others

• Dominates the discussion by talking most of the time
• Strays from the subject
• Interrupts other contributors
• Keeps silent
• Be wishy-washy