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- Human Resources and Payroll in China 2016-2017 (5th Edition)
1.4 Selection
- By Deni Dai, Consultant, Direct HR Ningbo
Selection in the recruitment process is choosing the most suitable profiles from a pool of potential
candidates. This section illustrates some important insights that should be taken into account during
the selection process in China.
Screen CVs
CV screening should be done in relation to the candidate profiles defined during the profiling stage.
Several China-specific candidate skills to be checked on an applicant’s CV include:
1. Knowledge of Chinese business culture, laws and company structure
2. Intercultural exposure and competence (e.g. former work experience abroad)
3. Knowledge of global best practices
4. Work experience at foreign companies
5. English / Chinese language skills (e.g. certificates like TOEFL, CET)