Psychometrics

In the last years the use of psychometric tests and assessments have gained a high reputation in selection processes. Such tests provide a more secure way of assessing an applicant’s ability or personality in a measured and structured way.  That is, they help in the recruitment of the right people with the right mix of abilities and capabilities. They are also useful in selecting the best potential candidates out of a larger numbers, hence saving business owners both money and time. In the occupational field, they are mostly employed for a variety of purposes including:

• Recruitment
• Career guidance and management mentoring
• Team and/or leadership development and mentoring
• Administration of promotions

 

 



 

• Inductive reasoning tests look at one’s ability to perform well on unfamiliar information and in implementing strategic solutions. People who do well tend to have a greater capacity for abstract and analytical thought.

• Verbal tests measure the capacity to understand written information and evaluate arguments on it. Numerical tests assess your understanding of numerical data and your ability to make logical deductions.

• Personality questionnaires identify your preferred style of working, managing, marketing and much more. In the business world they are frequently used for requirement and training purposes. Motivation questionnaires provide information as to what factors can increase or decrease your job satisfaction. They rate diverse conditions at the workplace and assess what can be done to increase efficiency.

• Interview-style tests are mostly used for promotions, performance appraisals or recruitment purposes. They strive to understand a person’s capabilities and abilities in diverse scenarios.