Kandidatrelasjon

Kandidatrelasjon is a term used in certain academic and professional contexts, particularly in the Nordic countries, to describe a relationship between a candidate and an institution or organization during the application process for a position, program, or scholarship. It signifies a period of evaluation and mutual assessment. This phase can involve interviews, assessments, background checks, and sometimes informal interactions. The term emphasizes that the applicant is a "candidate" – someone being considered – and the relationship is dynamic, involving both the candidate's efforts to prove their suitability and the institution's efforts to determine if they are a good fit.

The nature of a kandidatrelasjon can vary. In academia, it might involve a doctoral candidate's interaction with a potential supervisor and research group before formal admission. In the corporate world, it could refer to the stages after an initial interview but before a job offer is extended, where further vetting or discussions take place. The term implies a degree of commitment from both sides, though it is not a legally binding agreement. It’s a phase where expectations are set and explored, and where the candidate might receive more specific information about the role or program. The successful conclusion of a kandidatrelasjon typically leads to an offer or acceptance, while an unsuccessful outcome means the candidate is not selected. The term highlights the transitional and often sensitive period of the selection process.