Tracking Skills with Objective Metrics Once key management skills are identified, an objective measurement system can be implemented, holding managers accountable for achieving a minimum skills baseline. That baseline may require a minimum score for achieving a certification or a "passing" grade. If an individual does not meet a minimum requirement, he or she may repeat the assessment. The need for improvement is established clearly through objective metrics, and the opportunity for learning can be augmented by repeat testing.
Job Role Skills Objectives vs. Individual Results
This chart reflects a selection of skills and minimum score requirements
for a typical management job role, along with an individual's results in those required
assessments. While assessment scores are not sole determinants of an individual's capability,
they do provide valuable insight and a milepost for improvement for the
prospective manager. In this case, the individual has a strength in listening
skills, and a learning need in "Change Management."
(Note: This chart was created based on sample data. It is not a direct representation of system reporting features.)
Identify, Quantify, and Improve Management Skills One of the primary functions of the skills measurement system is to help individuals and decisionmakers identify the skills needed to perform effectively. The system then gives individuals the ability to measure their capabilities in each of the necessary skills and make improvements where necessary. Using skills measurement systems, decision-makers can identify people with needed management skills or give employees the tools to develop their skills and advance within the organization. Compared to traditional pencil-and-paper or classroom tests, online skills measurement systems provide significant advantages, including:
Online Accessibility-Skills measurement systems can be implemented as part of an organization's intranet. Employees access the system and take skills assessments at any time. Assessments can cover all major professional skills, including management capabilities.
Challenging Assessments-The skills assessments delivered through online systems utilize advanced computer adaptive features. These assessments determine the test-taker's skill level based on answers to each question. The assessment can then use this information to select the level of difficulty for each subsequent question. As a result, test-takers do not waste time with questions that are too easy, nor do they strain under questions beyond their levels of skill. The result is an assessment of maximum challenge, even for users who are taking repeat assessments.