CEO Test

CEO tests help employers to evaluate whether candidates have the necessary skills and traits to be an effective leader of an organisation in a Chief Executive Officer role.

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What is a CEO test?

A CEO test assesses experienced candidates for the high-level skills needed to take on the responsibility of managing a company or organisation. The test is commonly used in the early stages of the recruitment process, to ensure the strongest applicants are shortlisted in a fair and objective manner.

The test features a series of multiple-choice questions exploring candidates' problem-solving ability, verbal communication, and leadership skills.

Strong performance on this test indicates an ability to accurately analyse problems and think logically under pressure; vital skills for CEOs.

About the CEO Test

CEOs are responsible for managing a company's overall operations and making major corporate decisions. They are also often the public face of the organisation.

They'll direct the company's business agenda and strategy – including managing the organisational structure, leading internal communications, and driving profitability.

This test assesses a candidate's proficiency in the skills required to be a successful CEO, to ensure you select the most suitable candidate for this key position.

Why should you use a CEO test for recruiting?

When recruiting for such a pivotal company role, you'll want to ensure that you are shortlisting the most qualified candidates. It can, however, be difficult to differentiate between candidates based upon their resumes alone, which may detail similar levels of relevant senior management experience.

A CEO test helps with this process, giving insight into your talent pool and highlighting which candidates perform best across key areas. The test measures proficiency in key skills needed to be a good leader, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, deduction, and strategic analysis.

It can be easily administered online to a large number of candidates to provide objective and comparative data. Applicants who best meet the requirements of the role can be effectively shortlisted, creating a more efficient hiring process.

View a sample report

Results for the CEO Test along with other assessments the candidate takes will be compiled to produce a candidate report.

The report is automatically generated and available both online and as a downloadable pdf so they can be shared with other team members and employees alike.

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How our test assesses CEO skills

Candidates will need to answer a range of questions that measure industry-specific technical skills where applicable (e.g. Microsoft Excel), soft skills (e.g. leadership), aptitude (e.g. logical reasoning) and relevant personality dimensions (e.g. humility). The results present a holistic view of how well suited each candidate is for the job at hand, using a data-driven approach.

The format varies by type of question, including multiple-choice for aptitude and technical skills, situational judgement for soft skills and agreement on a Likert scale for the personality dimensions. This approach ensures candidates are being assessed in an accurate and fair manner, and that results reflect the true underlying qualities of each candidate.

The characteristics, abilities and knowledge necessary to be a CEO were identified using the US Department of Labor's comprehensive O*NET database. O*NET is the leading source of occupational information that is constantly updated by collecting data from employees in specific job roles.

During the development process, test questions were rigorously analysed to maximise reliability and validity in line with industry best practices. They were created by our team of I/O psychologists and psychometricians – who collaborated with subject-matter-experts – and field-tested with a representative sample of job applicants who have varying experience, just like you might find in a talent pool.

Each test is reviewed by a panel of individuals representing diverse backgrounds to check for any sensitivity, fairness, face validity and accessibility issues. This ensures each candidate has a fair chance of demonstrating their true level of expertise.

Our CEO test is monitored to ensure it is up-to-date and optimised for performance.

Our test platform

Our platform offers an extensive library of hundreds of tests, giving you the flexibility to select and combine them in any way that suits your hiring needs. From understanding specific role requirements to assessing general cognitive abilities, our diverse library ensures you can tailor your assessment process precisely.

Multi-format.
Our test questions come in various formats, including multiple-choice, true and false, ranking and situational judgment, all ensuring comprehensive candidate assessment.
Role-specific simulations.
Experience real-world scenarios with our role-specific simulations, providing accurate insights into candidates' performance, readiness and fit for the position.
Adaptive scoring.
Our adaptive scoring system evaluates responses in real-time, by adjusting to the candidate's ability level, enhancing accuracy and reliability.

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Scientifically validated by psychometric specialists

  • Our team of assessment experts is made up of I/O psychologists, psychometricians, and subject matter experts who work closely together to ensure each test is accurate and reliable.
  • Our subject matter experts are rigorously vetted and typically have several years of experience working in their industries and hold advanced credentials.

Frequently asked questions

What are the key skills for a CEO?

CEOs and other high-level managers need to possess strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, plus the ability to rapidly absorb, process, and apply new information, and be strong communicators. An online CEO aptitude test will cover these skills, making it a good predictor of performance.

When in the application process is it best to use a CEO test?

An online CEO test can be used to the greatest effect during the early stages of the recruitment process. If the test is completed after the initial application, candidates can be screened using both the information divulged in their resumes and the results from their aptitude test. This helps to streamline the hiring process and ensure the top candidates progress to the next stage.

What is the cost for Neuroworx's CEO test?

Neuroworx operates on a monthly or annual subscription basis. We have several plans to suit your hiring needs, which you can check out here. Alternatively, you can get in touch with us to discuss a custom plan.

Can I get a free trial?

Yes, simply sign up (no credit card is required) and we'll give you unlimited access for seven days. Create as many jobs and test as many candidates as you want; you won't be charged a penny.

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