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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
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<blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 241922" data-attributes="member: 42112"><p>Hey!</p><p></p><p>Whilst I'm not too sure on what the overall structure will look like, I can share some general advice on what you could expect! An individual research and discussion task typically tests how you think, rather than information that you already know.</p><p></p><p>It can often involve being given a short pack or scenario (e.g. a client, a market issue, a transaction or problem the firm is facing), some time to research and prepare your thoughts and arguments, and then a discussion with an assessor or in a small group (similar to a case study exercise). You might be asked to:</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Identify key issues or risks</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Explain your reasoning and highlight any assumptions</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Discuss possible solutions / options, and any trade-offs</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Respond to follow up questions (including challenges!)</li> </ul><p></p><p>The graduate recruitment team are usually looking for structured thinking, commercial awareness, and clear communication, rather than technical knowledge on any area. If you do get something document-based, it's more likely to be based on spotting issues and prioritising, rather than a deep analysis.</p><p></p><p>I'd say that the best way to prepare is to practice structuring your thoughts, staying clam under pressure, and explaining your reasoning out loud (and dealing with having your opinions challenged).</p><p></p><p>Best of luck!! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Abbie Whitlock, post: 241922, member: 42112"] Hey! Whilst I'm not too sure on what the overall structure will look like, I can share some general advice on what you could expect! An individual research and discussion task typically tests how you think, rather than information that you already know. It can often involve being given a short pack or scenario (e.g. a client, a market issue, a transaction or problem the firm is facing), some time to research and prepare your thoughts and arguments, and then a discussion with an assessor or in a small group (similar to a case study exercise). You might be asked to: [LIST] [*]Identify key issues or risks [*]Explain your reasoning and highlight any assumptions [*]Discuss possible solutions / options, and any trade-offs [*]Respond to follow up questions (including challenges!) [/LIST] The graduate recruitment team are usually looking for structured thinking, commercial awareness, and clear communication, rather than technical knowledge on any area. If you do get something document-based, it's more likely to be based on spotting issues and prioritising, rather than a deep analysis. I'd say that the best way to prepare is to practice structuring your thoughts, staying clam under pressure, and explaining your reasoning out loud (and dealing with having your opinions challenged). Best of luck!! :) [/QUOTE]
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