The Open University Manager Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 5 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at The Open University.
The Open University
Senior Manager
Senior Average Neutral experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Onsite Panel Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
The process was good overall, though the system felt a bit over-engineered and complex with fixed text communications. Lots of emails that didn't add much, but the office space was nice and the panel was friendly.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Could you describe your approach to resolving challenging situations?
The Open University
Head of Recruitment
Manager Average Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral
I was told the first step would be a quick screening, like 10-15 minutes, just to check a few things. But when we actually had the call, they asked competency-based questions for 30 minutes, like asking me what transformation means to me. It felt like the setup they gave me didn't match the interview at all.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What does transformation mean to you?
- How do you influence stakeholders?
The Open University
Policy Manager
Senior Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Panel Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The hiring process began with a CV review, followed by an interview that included a test. This test was designed to reflect the actual duties of the position. The main interview involved a panel of three interviewers, and there were some subsequent questions asked.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you want to apply for this job?
The Open University Manager Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from The Open University interview reports.
“What does transformation mean to you?”
Read reports →“Can you explain your understanding of the QAA?”
Read reports →“How do you influence stakeholders?”
Read reports →“What makes you want to apply for this job?”
Read reports →“Could you describe your approach to resolving challenging situations?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 5 The Open University interview reports.