Objective Metrics-Possibly the most powerful advantage offered by online skills measurement systems is the ability to arrive at detailed objective scores for each management skill being assessed. Since all test-takers utilize assessments from the same system, they can be assured that their skills are tested against a consistent standard. This standard is independent of traditional and subjective methods such as self-rating systems or peer reviews, and provides valuable data for verifying abilities and development needs.
Immediate Feedback-Unlike offline "pencil-and-paper tests" online systems deliver scores to test-takers immediately following test completion. With immediate feedback, test-takers can take action for improving their results while motivation for improvement is still high.
Learning Support-Online skills measurement systems can provide users with unprecedented access to learning resources. The system can refer a test-taker to books, company training modules or online learning programs. Users can access these resources at any time, for any skill covered by the system, and they can do so without requiring input on the part of a teacher or mentor. The result is a system that facilitates independent learning, an important feature for reaching out to individuals with varying skills development needs.
Broad Skills Coverage-Over the past five years, enterprise skills measurement company Brainbench has developed and refined its skills measurement system to cover more than 400 professional skills. For companies, government agencies, or any organization that seeks to develop management skills to address a variety of needs, this wide selection of skills provides a crucial level of flexibility. In addition to core management skills, more specialized skills can be required to create a complete picture of skills needed for any particular management role.
Putting it all together-Building Skills to Support Management and Leadership Development
Define management roles. Establish a clear set of skills objectives-and give employees a learning and measurement system for meeting those objectives. These are key tasks in an effective strategy for developing managerial skills. Objective skills measurement systems provide a common platform for administering a skills development program across the enterprise.
Whether a company needs to give employees individual access to goal setting and measurement tools, or use objective data to identify top performers, skills measurement systems deliver immediate, objective, and relevant skills data. As a result, decision makers can build the management resources they need to ensure that leadership vision is followed with effective execution.
This Report is Brought to You by Brainbench
Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, Brainbench was founded in January 1998, and is now
the world's most respected online skills measurement authority. For businesses and individuals,
Brainbench provides online assessment and certification of more than 400 different skills that
drive business success today. SkillsBench, the Brainbench enterprise skills measurement system,
enables enterprise-wide management of knowledge resources for comprehensive business
process improvement.
Visit Brainbench on the Web
Learn how to measure, track and manage the skills that drive business success with
SkillsBench, from Brainbench.
Visit: www·brainbench·com/business
Request Product Info
Want more information about SkillsBench, the Brainbench skills measurement system
for your organization?
Visit www·brainbench·com/business and click on: Request Product Info