All about psychological tests and assessment centres - Jack J. R Van Minden

Psychological tests and assessment centres are personnel selection techniques that now seem to be in every jobhunter's handbook. This book is based on years of research into the theory and everyday practice of tests and assessment techniques, as employed by selection agencies and the larger organisations. The impenetrable land of better jobs has strict entry requirements. The barrier is only lifted for those who possess the 'PASSED' stamp. This book offers those who are keen to move to the world of better jobs a wealth of practical information as well as the chance to practise typical tests and assessment exercises at home. The book looks in detail at a wide variety of tests, including 'IQ', personality and comprehension tests, with examples and guidelines. It also examines the individual elements of assessment centres and how behaviour is tested and analysed. For anyone embarking on an upward career move, this is an essential read in order to prepare forthe inevitable tests and assessments that will be used by the recruiters.