Name: Global Skills Development Report
Test type: Ability & Aptitude, Assessment Exercises, Biodata & Situational Judgement, Competencies, Development & 360, Personality & Behavior
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Director, Entry-Level, Executive, General Population, Graduate, Manager, Mid-Professional, Front Line Manager, Supervisor
Key concepts: Self-reported behaviors, Skill strengths, Skill development, Great 8 Domains
Primary domain: behavioral
Use cases: Identifying individual strengths and development areas for career planning | Providing personalized feedback and development recommendations to employees | Assessing an individual's self-perception of their skills across broad domains
Description: This report is designed to be given to individuals who have completed the Global Skills Assessment (GSA). With coverage across the Great 8 Domains, this measure of self-reported behaviors offers a complete overview of their current skills. Participants receive actionable tips on leveraging their top skill strengths and how they might develop their growth skills.


Name: .NET Framework 4.5
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 30 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: Yes
Job levels: Professional Individual Contributor, Mid-Professional
Key concepts: .NET Framework 4.5, Application Development, Application Foundation, Data Modeling, Deployment, Diagnostics, Performance, Portability, Security
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assess the .NET expertise of experienced developers | Verify knowledge of .NET Framework 4.5 features and best practices
Description: The.NET Framework 4.5 test measures knowledge of .NET environment. Designed for experienced users, this test covers the following topics: Application Development, Application Foundation, Data Modeling, Deployment, Diagnostics, Performance, Portability, and Security.


Name: .NET MVC (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 17 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: MVC architecture, ASP.NET MVC, data validation, web security, routing, areas in MVC
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assess candidates for .NET web development roles. | Evaluate the understanding of core MVC principles in .NET applications.
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of Model-View-Controller (MVC) architecture, validation, security, routing, and areas.


Name: .NET MVVM (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 5 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: MVVM pattern, ViewModel communication, Data validation, .NET framework, Quick-start development
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assess candidates for .NET developer roles requiring UI design patterns. | Evaluate understanding of MVVM principles in software architecture. | Verify knowledge of data binding and validation within .NET applications.
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of MVVM pattern, scenarios, data validation, ViewModel communication and Quick-start.


Name: .NET WCF (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 11 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: .NET fundamentals, WCF architecture, WCF programming model, Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), WCF management, WCF programming
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assess candidates for .NET developer roles requiring WCF expertise. | Evaluate existing .NET developers' understanding of WCF services. | Identify developers proficient in building and managing SOA applications using .NET WCF.
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of .NET fundamentals, WCF architecture, programming model, SOA, managing and programming WCF.


Name: .NET WPF (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 9 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: .NET basics, WPF, XAML controls, WPF events, WPF layouts, WPF windows, WPF menus, WPF application deployment
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Hiring developers with .NET and WPF experience | Assessing candidates for front-end development roles using WPF | Evaluating the technical proficiency of .NET developers
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of .NET basics, WPF, XAML controls, events, layouts, working with WPF windows/menus and deploying WPF applications.


Name: .NET XAML (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 5 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: XAML triggers, XAML data binding, XAML custom controls, XAML layouts, .NET framework
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assess candidates for .NET UI development roles. | Evaluate the XAML proficiency of front-end developers.
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of XAML triggers, data binding, custom controls and layouts.


Name: Accounts Payable (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 9 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level, Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Accounts payable processing, Vendor invoice processing, Journal entry posting, Accounts payable reconciliation, Invoice matching, Payment processing, Accounts payable software
Primary domain: admin
Use cases: Hiring an accounts payable clerk | Assessing the proficiency of a new hire in accounts payable tasks | Evaluating existing staff for promotion into accounts payable roles
Description: Multiple-choice test that measures the knowledge of processing payables and vendor invoices, and the posting of journal entries.


Name: Accounts Payable Simulation (New)
Test type: Simulations
Duration: 8 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level, Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Accounts payable processing, Vendor invoice processing, Data entry accuracy, Financial transaction recording, Invoice matching, Payment processing
Primary domain: admin
Use cases: Hiring for accounts payable clerks | Assessing data entry speed and accuracy for finance roles | Evaluating candidates for vendor management positions
Description: Simulated data entry test that measures the ability to process payables and vendor invoices.


Name: Accounts Receivable (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 13 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level, Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Accounts receivable processing, Invoice processing, Billing procedures, Payment reconciliation, Credit memos, Collections procedures, Accounts receivable aging, Customer account management
Primary domain: admin
Use cases: Hiring an accounts receivable clerk | Assessing the proficiency of existing AR staff | Evaluating candidates for a billing specialist role
Description: Multiple-choice test that measures the knowledge of processing receivables and invoices.


Name: Accounts Receivable Simulation (New)
Test type: Simulations
Duration: 8 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level, Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Accounts receivable processing, Invoice processing, Data entry accuracy, Financial transaction recording, Billing procedures, Payment reconciliation
Primary domain: admin
Use cases: Hiring for accounts receivable clerks | Assessing data entry proficiency in finance roles | Evaluating candidates for invoice processing responsibilities
Description: Simulated data entry test that measures the ability to process receivables and invoices.


Name: ADO.NET (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 10 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: ADO.NET architecture, ADO.NET components, Data provider objects, Connection objects, Command objects, DataReader objects, DataSet objects, DataAdapter objects
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assess candidates for roles requiring database interaction in .NET applications | Evaluate the understanding of data access technologies within the .NET framework
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge on the concepts of ADO.NET architecture, components and data provider objects.


Name: Adobe Experience Manager (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 17 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: AEM components, AEM templates, AEM workflows, AEM collections, OSGi services, AEM project troubleshooting
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assess a candidate's foundational knowledge of Adobe Experience Manager. | Verify a developer's understanding of core AEM features and concepts. | Evaluate a candidate's ability to diagnose and resolve issues within AEM projects.
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of AEM components, templates, workflows, AEM collections, OSGi services and troubleshooting of AEM projects.


Name: Adobe Photoshop CC
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 20 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: Yes
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: 3D layer rendering and manipulation, Color correction and color management, File formats, saving workflows, and asset management, Interface customization and workspace management, Layer organization and blending modes, Digital painting: brushes and strokes, Photo retouching and restoration techniques, Selection and masking techniques, Text and typography handling, Web asset export and optimization
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for a graphic designer role that requires advanced photo retouching, compositing, and layer workflows in Photoshop | Verify a digital artist's proficiency with painting tools, brushes, and 3D layer manipulation for creative asset production | Assess a web/UI designer's ability to prepare and export optimized raster assets and typography for web delivery
Description: The Adobe Photoshop CC test measures knowledge of Adobe Photoshop CC. Designed for experienced users, this test covers the following topics: 3D, Color, File Management, Interface, Layers, Painting and Drawing, Retouch and Enhancements, Selection, Text, and Web.


Name: Aeronautical Engineering (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 10 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: flight mechanics, space dynamics, aerodynamics, structural analysis, propulsion systems
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Hiring entry-level aeronautical engineers | Assessing foundational knowledge for aerospace roles
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of flight mechanics, space dynamics, aerodynamics, structures and propulsion.


Name: Aerospace Engineering (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 10 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: aerodynamics, aircraft systems, aircraft instrumentation, flight dynamics, space dynamics, avionics
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Hiring entry-level aerospace engineers | Assessing foundational knowledge for aerospace roles | Evaluating candidates for aircraft design positions
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the conceptual knowledge of aerodynamics, aircraft systems and instrumentation, flight dynamics, space dynamics and avionics.


Name: Agile Software Development
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 7 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate
Key concepts: Agile methodology, Scrum framework, Feature-driven development, Incremental development, Iterative development, Agile software development processes
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assessing candidates for roles requiring agile project management | Evaluating understanding of different agile frameworks | Verifying knowledge of core agile principles and practices
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of agile methodology, scrum, feature driven software development, incremental and iterative development and processes involved in agile software development.


Name: Agile Testing (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 13 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Agile testing principles, Agile testing techniques, Agile testing tools, Agile testing processes, Scrum, Kanban, Continuous Integration, Test automation in Agile
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assess candidates for roles requiring Agile testing expertise. | Evaluate the understanding of Agile testing methodologies in a team. | Identify individuals proficient in Agile testing tools and practices.
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of tools, techniques and processes involved in the Agile testing methodology.


Name: AI Skills
Test type: Personality & Behavior
Duration: 16 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: General Population
Key concepts: Prompt engineering and prompt optimization, AI model selection and capability assessment, Prompt chaining and pipeline design, AI output verification and fact-checking, Data curation and labeling for fine-tuning, Bias identification and mitigation in AI outputs, Human–AI collaboration and decision-making
Primary domain: behavioral
Use cases: Assess candidates for roles that will rely on generative models to produce and validate content (e.g., content creators, marketing technologists). | Screen applicants for positions that design AI-assisted workflows or pipelines (e.g., product managers, automation engineers). | Evaluate ability to oversee responsible AI use, including checking outputs for accuracy and bias (e.g., QA leads, trust & safety hires).
Description: The AI Skills assessment measures the skills that help candidates successfully leverage AI in their work.


Name: Amazon Web Services (AWS) Development (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 6 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: AWS delivery process, AWS monitoring, AWS metrics, AWS logging, AWS security, AWS validation, AWS scalability
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assess candidates for roles requiring AWS development expertise. | Evaluate the technical proficiency of existing AWS developers. | Identify individuals with a strong understanding of AWS operational best practices.
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of AWS delivery process, monitoring, metrics, logging, security, validation and scalability.


Name: Android Development (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 7 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Android UI components, Android services, Android alerts, Android animation, Android media apps, Android application components, Android security, Android testing
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screening candidates for Android developer roles | Assessing the technical proficiency of existing Android developers
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of UI components for an Android device, services and alerts, animation and media apps, application components, security and testing.


Name: Angular 6 (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 11 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Angular 6 components, Angular 6 modules, Data binding, Dependency injection, CRUD operations, HTTP requests, TypeScript, Routing, Navigation
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assess candidates for front-end developer roles using Angular 6 | Evaluate the proficiency of existing developers in Angular 6 concepts
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of the basic components and modules of Angular 6 and concepts like data binding, dependency injection, CRUD with HTTP, typescript, routing and navigation.


Name: AngularJS (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 9 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: AngularJS architecture, AngularJS forms, AngularJS directives, AngularJS filters, AngularJS controllers, AngularJS routing, AngularJS testing
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assess candidates for front-end developer roles requiring AngularJS expertise. | Evaluate the proficiency of existing developers in AngularJS.
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of AngularJS architecture, forms, directives, filters, controllers, routing and testing.


Name: Apache Hadoop (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 7 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Hadoop basic concepts, Hadoop commands, HDFS, MapReduce
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assess candidates for roles requiring Hadoop expertise | Evaluate understanding of distributed file systems and data processing frameworks
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of basic concepts of Hadoop, commands, HDFS and MapReduce.


Name: Apache Hadoop Extensions (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 9 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Pig Latin scripting and dataflow operators (LOAD, FILTER, JOIN, GROUP, FOREACH, STORE), Pig execution model and MapReduce backend (logical/physical plans, job flow), HiveQL querying and DDL/DML (CREATE TABLE, SELECT, INSERT; partitions, bucketing), Hive storage formats and SerDes (Text, ORC, Parquet) and Hive metastore concepts, HBase data model and architecture (row keys, column families, regions, RegionServer, HMaster), HBase access patterns and APIs (shell commands, Java API, CRUD, scans), Integration patterns between Pig/Hive and HBase (external tables, storage handlers)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for a Big Data developer role who will write Pig scripts, HiveQL and integrate with HBase | Assess knowledge of data modeling and storage choices for engineers designing Hive tables and HBase schemas | Verify understanding of integration and execution behavior when migrating/optimizing ETL jobs across Pig, Hive and HBase
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the conceptual knowledge of Pig, Hive and HBase.


Name: Apache HBase (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 5 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: CAP theorem implications for HBase, ACID consistency properties in HBase, HBase architecture — Masters, RegionServers, ZooKeeper, HBase data model — tables, column families, rowkeys, versions, HBase client API operations — Get, Put, Scan, Delete, Batch, MapReduce integration — TableInputFormat/TableOutputFormat, HBase configuration and tuning — memory, region sizes, compaction, TTL, HBase administration — balancing, region movement, WAL, backup/restore
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for an HBase administrator role to validate configuration, tuning, and cluster operations knowledge | Assess developers who will integrate HBase with MapReduce and use the HBase client API in applications | Evaluate architects' understanding of consistency/availability trade-offs and ACID-related behavior in HBase deployments
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of HBase concepts such as CAP theorem, ACID properties, HBase client API, MapReduce integration, configuration and administration.


Name: Apache Hive (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 5 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Hive architecture, Hive data types (primitive and complex), Hive built-in functions, Hive configuration parameters, Partitioning and partition pruning, Bucketing and bucketed tables, HiveQL commands (DDL and DML)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for a data engineering role who must author and optimize HiveQL queries and table schemas | Validate an applicant's ability to design partitioned and bucketed Hive tables for performance and storage efficiency | Assess knowledge required to configure and manage Hive deployments (metastore, execution settings) in a Hadoop environment
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of Hive architecture, datatypes, built-in functions, configurations, partitioning, bucketing and commands of Hive query language.


Name: Apache Kafka (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 6 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Kafka cluster architecture (brokers, controller, KRaft vs ZooKeeper), Topics, partitions, leaders and replica placement, Producer semantics (acks, batching, compression, idempotence, transactions), Consumer semantics and consumer groups (offsets, commits, rebalancing), Replication, ISR, leader election and failover behavior, Cluster operations and maintenance (broker config, partition reassignment, rolling upgrades), Performance tuning (partition count, batch size, throughput, disk/GC and network tuning), Monitoring and operational tooling (JMX metrics, Cruise Control, Kafka Manager, Connect, Streams, MirrorMaker)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for Kafka cluster administrators / SREs who will deploy, maintain, upgrade and recover Kafka clusters | Assess backend engineers responsible for implementing producers/consumers and ensuring correct delivery semantics and partitioning strategies | Evaluate data-platform engineers integrating Kafka (Connect/Streams/MirrorMaker) and tuning cluster performance for throughput and latency
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of Apache Kafka architecture, components, clusters, performance tuning and advanced operations.


Name: Apache Pig (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 6 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Pig Latin syntax and shell commands (Grunt), Pig architecture and execution modes (local vs MapReduce/Tez), Pig data model: tuples, bags, maps and schema declaration, Relational operators: LOAD, STORE, FILTER, FOREACH..GENERATE, Data transformation operators: GROUP, JOIN, COGROUP, CROSS, UNION, SPLIT, DISTINCT, ORDER, Built-in functions: aggregate (COUNT,SUM,AVG,MIN,MAX), string, numeric and date functions, Data parsing and storage functions (PigStorage, JsonLoader, HBase storage connectors), UDF registration and usage (Java/Python/streaming) and simple function creation, Query planning and optimization (EXPLAIN, logical/physical plan)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for hands-on ability to write PigLatin ETL scripts for Hadoop data pipelines | Verify knowledge needed to optimize and troubleshoot Pig jobs and execution plans in a Hadoop environment | Confirm familiarity with Pig's built-in operators/functions and UDF usage for data transformation roles
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of Pig architecture, built-in operators, built-in functions and commands in PigLatin.


Name: Apache Spark (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 8 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: RDD transformations (map, filter, flatMap, groupByKey), RDD actions (collect, reduce, count, saveAsTextFile), Lazy evaluation and execution triggers, Lineage graphs and recomputation for fault tolerance, RDD immutability and persistence/caching semantics, DAG/stage concepts and job scheduling in Spark
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screening candidates for data-engineer or Spark developer roles to verify practical knowledge of RDD APIs and execution model | Assessing learning outcomes after a Spark training focused on core RDD concepts (transformations, actions, lazy evaluation) | Validating candidates' understanding of Spark fault-tolerance and execution planning for roles requiring performance debugging or optimization
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of Apache Spark principles, RDD operations - actions and transformations, lineage graphs and lazy evaluation.


Name: ASP .NET with C# (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 13 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: ASP.NET Web Controls / Server Controls, ASP.NET Page Lifecycle, C# syntax and type system, C# object-oriented programming (inheritance, polymorphism, interfaces, abstract classes), ADO.NET data access (SqlConnection, SqlCommand, DataAdapter, DataSet), State management in ASP.NET (ViewState, Session, Cookies, QueryString, Application), ASP.NET security (authentication, authorization, Forms/Windows auth, role-based security), .NET Framework and CLR basics (assemblies, runtime behavior)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for a server-side ASP.NET/C# web developer role to verify practical knowledge of controls, page lifecycle and C# fundamentals | Assess backend developers' ability to implement data access and state management for enterprise web applications | Validate developers' understanding of ASP.NET security and .NET runtime concepts before hiring for secure web application projects
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of .NET framework and controls, C# fundamentals, OOPs concepts and advanced topics such as data access components, state management and security services.


Name: ASP.NET 4.5
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 30 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: Yes
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: ASP.NET 4.5 Web Forms lifecycle and server controls, ASP.NET Web Applications (routing, application lifecycle, configuration), .NET Framework fundamentals (CLR, assemblies, configuration files), Client-side scripting for ASP.NET (JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, bundling/minification), Data access patterns (ADO.NET, Entity Framework, LINQ), Services and mobile endpoints (ASP.NET Web API, WCF, mobile/adaptive rendering), Security for web apps (authentication, authorization, membership/roles, anti-forgery, SSL), Troubleshooting and performance optimization (profiling, caching, output cache, memory/CPU tuning), Portals and Web Parts / portal architecture, IIS hosting and deployment of ASP.NET applications
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen mid-to-senior web developers for hands-on ASP.NET 4.5 application development roles | Validate candidate ability to build secure, data-driven Web Forms sites and REST/service endpoints | Confirm competence diagnosing and optimizing performance of ASP.NET 4.5 applications before hire
Description: The ASP.NET 4.5 test measures knowledge of programming in the ASP.NET environment. Designed for experienced developers, but an average performer in this role should pass this test. This test includes the following topics: .NET Framework, Client-Side Programming, Data Access, Enhanced Runtime Features, Portals, Services and Mobile, Security, Troubleshooting and Optimization, Web Applications, and Web Forms.


Name: Assessment and Development Center Exercises
Test type: Assessment Exercises
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Director, Entry-Level, Executive, Front Line Manager, General Population, Graduate, Manager, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor, Supervisor
Key concepts: Teamwork and collaboration, Leadership and influencing behavior, Oral presentation skills, Written analysis and report-writing, Analytical problem-solving and structured thinking, Decision-making and prioritisation, Conflict resolution and negotiation, Time management and task planning
Primary domain: leadership
Use cases: Select candidates for supervisory or managerial roles by assessing leadership potential, influence, and team facilitation skills | Evaluate interpersonal, negotiation and role-play performance for customer-facing or stakeholder-facing positions | Assess candidates’ ability to analyse information, produce concise written reports and deliver persuasive presentations for roles requiring stakeholder communication
Description: SHL offers a comprehensive range of Assessment and Development Centre exercise in digital format, for remote assessment through our Virtual Assessment and Development Centre platform. We offer a wide range of exercise types including group exercise, role plays, analysis presentations and written exercises. Exercises are available across a wide range of job levels and industry contexts. Contact SHL to find out more.


Name: Automata - Fix (New)
Test type: Simulations
Duration: 20 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional
Key concepts: C compilation error resolution, C++ compilation and type error debugging, Java compilation and runtime exception debugging, Syntactic error correction, Semantic/logical error identification and correction, Code comprehension and reuse (integrating existing code), Using compiler diagnostics and error messages to guide fixes, Refactoring small code modules for correctness and integration
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for hands-on debugging skills in C, C++ or Java when hiring systems or backend developers | Assess ability to maintain and extend legacy code by reusing and integrating existing code snippets | Validate candidate proficiency at resolving compile-time and runtime errors under timed, simulated-compiler conditions
Description: A simulated compiler integrated test to measure debugging skills in C, C++ and Java. The test checks the ability to fix logical or syntactical errors and to reuse an existing code. Your use of this assessment product may be subject to New York City Law 144 (Regulation of the Use of Automated Employment Decision Tools) (dated July 5, 2023). Compliance with Law 144 is your responsibility.
Read more on https://www.shl.com/legal/shl-us-regulatory-compliance/


Name: Automata - SQL (New)
Test type: Simulations
Duration: 30 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: CREATE/ALTER/DROP table and schema statements (DDL), INSERT/UPDATE/DELETE data manipulation (DML), SELECT queries with JOINs (INNER, LEFT, RIGHT), Aggregation and GROUP BY with HAVING, Subqueries and nested queries (including correlated), GRANT/REVOKE permissions (DCL), Transaction control (COMMIT, ROLLBACK), Schema constraints and keys (PRIMARY KEY, FOREIGN KEY, UNIQUE, NOT NULL)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen developers for hands-on ability to implement schema changes and write data-modifying SQL in production systems | Assess data analysts' competence writing complex SELECTs, joins, aggregations and subqueries for reporting and analysis | Validate DBAs' capability to manage user permissions and transaction control in a relational database environment
Description: A simulated query writing test that measures the ability to write SQL queries to perform DDL, DML and DCL tasks.


Name: Automata (New)
Test type: Simulations
Duration: 45 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Algorithm design and implementation, Data structures (arrays, lists, trees, graphs, hash tables), Time and space complexity analysis, Multi-language programming proficiency, Debugging and runtime troubleshooting in an IDE, Code correctness and edge-case handling, Code readability, modularization, and maintainability, Performance optimization and resource usage
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for practical coding ability in a specific programming language using real-world tasks | Assess algorithmic problem-solving and complexity reasoning for backend, systems, or interview-focused roles | Validate debugging skills, code quality, and maintainability before advancing developers to onsite interviews
Description: An AI-powered coding simulation assessment that evaluates candidate’s programming ability. Offers a familiar IDE environment available in over 40 different programming languages and tests candidates using real-world coding problems. Your use of this assessment product may be subject to New York City Law 144 (Regulation of the Use of Automated Employment Decision Tools) (dated July 5, 2023). Compliance with Law 144 is your responsibility.
Read more on https://www.shl.com/legal/shl-us-regulatory-compliance/


Name: Automata Data Science (New)
Test type: Simulations
Duration: 60 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Data cleaning and preprocessing, Feature engineering and selection, Model selection (classification, regression, clustering), Hyperparameter tuning and optimization, Cross-validation and evaluation metrics (precision, recall, AUC, RMSE), Pipeline construction and experiment reproducibility, Overfitting/underfitting diagnosis and model debugging, Interpreting model outputs and feature importance
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for a data scientist role who must clean real-world datasets and improve ML model performance. | Assess ML engineers' ability to select, tune, and validate algorithms using cross-validation and appropriate metrics. | Evaluate applicants' skill in building reproducible data-processing/modeling pipelines and diagnosing model issues.
Description: A simulated test that measures the ability to analyze and modify data using machine learning algorithms to obtain desirable results.


Name: Automata Data Science Pro (New)
Test type: Simulations
Duration: 60 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Professional Individual Contributor, Mid-Professional
Key concepts: Data cleaning and preprocessing, Feature engineering and transformation, Supervised model selection (classification and regression), Hyperparameter tuning and optimization, Cross‑validation and resampling techniques, Model evaluation using performance metrics (e.g., AUC, precision/recall, RMSE), Iterative error analysis and model improvement, Feature importance and model interpretability
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for a data scientist role to verify end‑to‑end ability to prepare data, choose models, and improve predictive performance on realistic datasets | Evaluate an ML engineer's practical skills in feature engineering, hyperparameter tuning and cross‑validation in a timed simulation | Compare applicants' ability to diagnose model weaknesses and implement iterative improvements on messy or imbalanced data
Description: A simulated test that measures the ability to analyze and modify data using machine learning algorithms to obtain desirable results.


Name: Automata Front End
Test type: Simulations
Duration: 30 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level, Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor, Manager
Key concepts: HTML5 semantic markup and document structure, CSS selectors, properties, box model and layout (including positioning), Responsive/adaptive styling with media queries, Vanilla JavaScript DOM APIs and event handling, JavaScript control flow, data manipulation and UI logic (ES5/ES6), Integration of HTML/CSS/JS assets and script execution order in the browser
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for front‑end developer roles by assessing ability to implement UI structure, styling, and interactivity using HTML, CSS and vanilla JavaScript. | Evaluate a candidate's proficiency in DOM manipulation and event‑driven UI logic without framework support. | Verify that applicants can integrate HTML/CSS/JS files correctly to produce the expected visual and interactive output in a browser.
Description: Simulation based test that measures the front-end development capabilities using HTML, CSS, and
JavaScript. The candidate is provided with 3 different sections to code in HTML, CSS and JavaScript respectively and a separate output section to view the output. This simulation is then manually scored.


Name: Automata Pro (New)
Test type: Simulations
Duration: 60 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Algorithmic problem solving, Data structures implementation and usage, Debugging and fixing failing code, Code correctness and edge-case handling, Time and space complexity and performance optimization, Multi-language coding proficiency (syntax and standard libraries), Writing clean, readable, maintainable code, Using an online IDE/development environment
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screening software engineering candidates for ability to implement algorithms and data structures in the hiring language | Assessing debugging, correctness, and performance skills for mid- to senior-level developer roles | Validating multi-language coding proficiency for polyglot or language-specific engineering positions
Description: An AI-powered coding simulation assessment that evaluates candidate’s programming ability. Offers a familiar IDE environment available in over 40 different programming languages and tests candidates using real-world coding problems. Your use of this assessment product may be subject to New York City Law 144 (Regulation of the Use of Automated Employment Decision Tools) (dated July 5, 2023). Compliance with Law 144 is your responsibility.
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Name: Automata Selenium
Test type: Simulations
Duration: 60 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level, Graduate, Manager, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Selenium WebDriver scripting, CSS and XPath locator strategies, Element interactions (click, input, select), Synchronization and waits (explicit/implicit/FluentWait), Assertions and verification of UI state, Page Object Model and test organization, Cross-browser and headless execution, Test debugging, error handling, and flaky-test mitigation
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen QA automation candidates for ability to write and execute Selenium scripts that automate web UI flows | Assess a candidate's skill in designing maintainable Selenium test suites using POM, assertions, and locator strategies | Validate ability to debug flaky tests, implement appropriate waits, and prepare tests for cross-browser/CI execution
Description: A coding simulation assessment that evaluates the ability to conduct tasks related to automation testing using Selenium scripts.


Name: Automation Anywhere RPA Development (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 8 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Automation Anywhere Dashboard navigation and monitoring, Task Editor — building and editing tasks (actions, logic, variables), Automation Anywhere commands and actions (keystrokes, mouse, loops, conditions, recorders), Control Room administration — deployment, scheduling, user/role management, Credential Vault usage and secure credential management, Bot execution via Automation Anywhere Client (runtime operation and triggering), Bot debugging, error handling and logging
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen RPA developer candidates for hands-on ability to build, debug, and run Automation Anywhere bots using Task Editor and Client | Assess applicants for Control Room or RPA administrator roles responsible for deployment, scheduling, and user/credential management | Verify operations/support engineers can monitor dashboard, troubleshoot bot failures, and manage bot execution lifecycle
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of Automation Anywhere dash board and task editor, control room, key commands, bots and Automation Anywhere client.


Name: Automotive Engineering (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 13 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Internal combustion engine classification, Fuel system components and operation, Ignition and starting systems, Cooling and lubrication systems, Emission control and exhaust systems, Scheduled maintenance procedures, Vehicle inspection and safety checklist procedures, Fault diagnosis and troubleshooting methods
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screening candidates for automotive technician/mechanic roles to verify engine, fuel-system and maintenance knowledge | Selecting applicants for vehicle inspection or service centre positions that require systematic inspection and troubleshooting skills | Identifying training needs for workshop staff on engine systems, routine maintenance and fault-diagnosis procedures
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of auto engine classification, engine fuel system, auto-vehicle technology, maintenance, inspection and troubleshooting.


Name: Basic Biology (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 6 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Professional Individual Contributor, Graduate, Mid-Professional
Key concepts: Cell structure and organelles, Biomolecules and macromolecules, Cellular processes: cellular respiration and photosynthesis, Cell division: mitosis and meiosis, Genetics: DNA/RNA and Mendelian inheritance, Evolution and natural selection, Ecology and ecosystems, Basic physiology of major organ systems
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen entry-level laboratory or technician candidates for foundational biology knowledge. | Assess applicants for teaching assistant or tutoring roles requiring basic biological concepts. | Verify baseline biological literacy for support roles in healthcare, environmental, or biotech settings.
Description: Multi choice test that measures the candidate's basic understanding of Biology.


Name: Basic Computer Literacy (Windows 10) (New)
Test type: Simulations, Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 30 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level
Key concepts: Windows 10 user interface navigation (Start menu, taskbar, Action Center, virtual desktops), File and folder operations (create, copy, move, rename, delete, compress), Application software usage (open, switch, close, and basic install/uninstall of productivity apps and browsers), Email composition and management (send, reply, forward, attach files, organize folders/labels), Internet browsing and URL/search navigation (use browser, follow links, use search engines, manage tabs), Operating system settings and Control Panel/Settings configuration (user accounts, updates, display, default apps), Basic computer hardware components and identification (CPU, RAM, storage, motherboard, peripherals), Common computer terminology and processes (OS, file types/extensions, permissions, boot-up/shutdown procedures), GUI input and navigation actions (mouse operations, keyboard shortcuts, right-click menus, drag-and-drop)
Primary domain: admin
Use cases: Screen entry-level administrative or customer-service candidates for proficiency with Windows 10 workstations and office tools. | Verify applicants can perform core file management, email, and web-browsing tasks before onboarding remote or office staff. | Assess baseline desktop skills to determine need for training or suitability for roles requiring basic Windows troubleshooting.
Description: The Basic Computer Literacy (Windows 10) simulation measures knowledge of general computer terminology, processes, and applications and the ability to perform certain operations in a simulated environment resembling the actual application. This simulation consists of both multiple choice and simulation-based questions, and includes the following topics: Application Software, Computer Terms, Internet and Email, Managing Files, Operating System, and Parts of the Computer.


Name: Basic Statistics (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 10 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Descriptive statistics (mean, median, mode, variance, standard deviation), Exploratory data analysis (histograms, boxplots, outlier detection, summary statistics), Probability fundamentals (probability rules, conditional probability, independence, Bayes' theorem), Common probability distributions (normal, binomial, Poisson, uniform, exponential), Sampling, sampling distributions and the Central Limit Theorem, Statistical inference (null vs alternative hypotheses, p-values, confidence intervals), Common hypothesis tests (t-test, chi-square test, ANOVA), Correlation and basic linear regression interpretation
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen entry-level data analysts or business analysts for baseline statistical literacy before interview stages | Validate statistical knowledge for candidates who will interpret analyses, run tests, or report A/B test results | Assess training/placement needs for employees joining analytics or research teams
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of statistical methods, exploratory analysis, basics of probability, standard distributions and statistical testing.


Name: Biochemistry (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 8 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Amino acid structure and properties, Protein structure and folding (primary–quaternary), Enzyme kinetics and catalytic mechanisms, Carbohydrate structure and metabolic pathways, Vitamins and cofactors as enzyme modulators, Nucleic acid structure and genetic information flow, Bioenergetics and ATP production (electron transport, oxidative phosphorylation), Central metabolic pathways and their regulation (glycolysis, TCA, pentose phosphate)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screening candidates for laboratory technician or research assistant roles that require foundational biochemistry knowledge | Assessing applicants for graduate or professional programs in biochemistry, molecular biology, or related biomedical fields | Evaluating employee competence after training before assigning metabolic pathway–dependent experimental tasks
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of various bio-molecules like amino acids, proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, vitamins and nucleic acids, and concepts of bioenergetics and metabolism.


Name: Biotech Lab Techniques (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 5 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Professional Individual Contributor, Mid-Professional
Key concepts: Affinity chromatography, Ion-exchange chromatography, Size-exclusion chromatography, Gel electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE, agarose), Centrifugation and ultracentrifugation, Protein purification workflows, Downstream bioprocessing operations, Biophysical characterization techniques (spectroscopy, light scattering)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen laboratory technician candidates for ability to perform protein purification and chromatography methods | Evaluate bioprocess engineer applicants for understanding of downstream separation operations and process workflows | Verify research associate competence in running electrophoresis and basic biophysical characterization assays
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of biophysical techniques, bio-processing and separation techniques like chromatography and electrophoresis.


Name: BizTalk (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 16 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: BizTalk Server architecture, Orchestrations and message routing, Schemas and maps (XSD and transforms), Pipelines and pipeline components (assemble/disassemble, encode/decode), Adapters and transport protocols (WCF, SQL, FTP, FILE, SOAP, SMTP), BizTalk administration (deployment, bindings, hosts and host instances), Tracking, monitoring and troubleshooting (message tracking, event logs, health), Business Rules Engine and Business Activity Monitoring (BAM)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen developers for hands-on BizTalk work who will design orchestrations, maps, pipelines and choose/configure adapters | Assess operations/admin candidates responsible for deployment, bindings, host configuration, monitoring and troubleshooting BizTalk environments | Evaluate integration architects for designing BizTalk topologies and advising on message routing and performance
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of BizTalk architecture, pipelines, adapters, business process techniques and BizTalk administration.


Name: Business Communication (adaptive)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 24 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: Yes
Job levels: Entry-Level, Front Line Manager, Manager, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Email and business messaging etiquette, Business letter, memo, and report writing, Active listening and providing feedback, Meeting planning, participation, and facilitation, Presentation skills and verbal persuasion, Telephone and virtual meeting communication, Nonverbal cues and body language, Employment-related communication (interviews, performance reviews)
Primary domain: behavioral
Use cases: Screen candidates for customer-facing or client-communication roles to verify clear written and electronic communication skills | Select hires for positions that require presenting, leading meetings, or facilitating group discussions | Identify employees needing training in workplace communication areas such as active listening, feedback delivery, and nonverbal awareness
Description: This is an adaptive test that measures knowledge of communicating in the workplace. It measures the skills necessary to communicate effectively with coworkers at all levels and with external business contacts. Designed for the average business worker, this test includes the following topics: Electronic Communication, Employment Communication, Listening, Meetings, Nonverbal Communication, Verbal Communication, and Written Communication.


Name: Business Communications
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 35 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Key concepts: Email etiquette and electronic messaging, Business writing (reports, memos, letters), Active listening and giving feedback, Meeting planning, participation, and facilitation, Verbal interpersonal communication and presentations, Nonverbal cues and body language interpretation, External stakeholder correspondence (clients, vendors), Employment communication (resumes, interviews, onboarding)
Primary domain: behavioral
Use cases: Screen candidates for administrative or office roles that require clear email and written correspondence skills | Select customer-facing or client-service hires who must communicate effectively with external stakeholders | Evaluate internal hires for roles that need strong meeting facilitation, cross-level verbal communication, and active listening
Description: This test measures the candidate's knowledge of communicating in the workplace.  It measures the skills necessary to communicate effectively with coworkers at all levels and with external business contacts. Designed for the average business worker, this test includes the following topics: Electronic Communication, Employment Communication, Listening, Meetings, Nonverbal Communication, Verbal Communication, and Written Communication. This version of the test is not adaptive.


Name: C Programming (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 10 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: C syntax and operators, Control flow (if, switch, loops), Functions and parameter passing (including recursion), Arrays and C strings, Pointers and pointer arithmetic, Composed data types (structs and unions), C standard library functions (stdio.h, stdlib.h, string.h), File I/O (fopen, fread/fwrite, fprintf/fscanf), Dynamic memory allocation and memory management (malloc, calloc, realloc, free)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for core C programming competency when hiring systems, embedded, or firmware developers | Verify ability to manage memory and pointers for roles that require manual allocation and low-level debugging | Assess knowledge of file handling and C standard library usage for positions that process binary/text I/O or build tooling in C
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of C programming basics, functions, arrays, composed data types, and advanced C concepts like SLF, file handling and dynamic memory.


Name: C# Programming (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 9 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: C# program structure and syntax, Methods and function signatures, Generic collections (List, Dictionary) and collection manipulation, Enumeration types (enum) and usage, Exception handling (try/catch/finally, custom exceptions), C# OOP constructs (classes, structs, properties, encapsulation), Inheritance and polymorphism, Events and delegates (event handling pattern), Operator overloading
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for C#/.NET developer roles to verify practical language knowledge across core features | Shortlist applicants for roles requiring object-oriented design, exception-safe code and collection usage | Validate baseline C# proficiency before assigning candidates to backend, desktop or event-driven tasks
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of C# programming structure, functions, collections, enumeration, exception handling, OOPs constructs, inheritance, event handling and operator overloading.


Name: C++ Programming (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 10 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: C++ language syntax and semantics, Object-oriented programming in C++ (classes, inheritance, polymorphism), Memory management and resource handling (pointers, references, RAII, smart pointers), Templates and generic programming (function/class templates, specialization), Standard Library containers and iterators (vector, list, map, etc.), STL algorithms and lambda expressions, Exception handling and error management, File and stream I/O (std::istream/std::ostream, fstream)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Pre-screening candidates for C++ developer roles to verify core language and STL knowledge | Assessing proficiency in modern C++ features, resource management, and templates for mid/senior-level hires | Filtering applicants for roles that require writing efficient code using standard containers, algorithms, and I/O
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of programming in the C++ language and the ability to use the C++ standard library to write code.


Name: Cardiology and Diabetes Management (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 4 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Hypertension management and blood pressure targets, Heart failure diagnosis and guideline-directed pharmacotherapy, Acute coronary syndrome recognition and initial treatment, Lipid management and ASCVD risk assessment, Type 1 and type 2 diabetes pharmacotherapy (insulin, metformin, SGLT2, GLP-1), Glycaemic monitoring and interpretation (HbA1c, fasting glucose, OGTT, hypoglycaemia), Diagnostic test interpretation (ECG, echocardiography, troponin, BNP, lipid panel, renal function), Diabetes complication screening and prevention (retinopathy, nephropathy, neuropathy, lifestyle modification)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for hiring into primary care or specialist clinics who must manage cardiovascular disease and diabetes | Verify clinical knowledge for credentialing or privileging of nurse practitioners, physician assistants, or GPs treating cardiometabolic patients | Assess competency after training or continuing education on diagnosis, monitoring, and pharmacologic management of CVD and diabetes
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of how to control and manage cardiovascular diseases and diabetes, and understanding of the diagnostic tests used for them.


Name: Ceramic Engineering (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 12 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Ceramic classification (traditional vs advanced; oxide/non-oxide), Powder processing and forming methods (milling, pressing, slip/tape casting, extrusion), Sintering and densification mechanisms (solid-state, liquid-phase, grain growth, diffusion), Thermodynamics of ceramic systems (Gibbs free energy, chemical potential), Phase diagrams and phase equilibria for ceramic systems, Thermal properties and heat-treatment effects (thermal expansion, conductivity, thermal shock), Microstructure, defects and porosity effects on properties
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for a materials engineer role requiring knowledge of ceramic types and selection criteria | Pre-screen manufacturing engineers responsible for ceramic powder processing, forming and sintering process control | Assess researchers or developers expected to interpret ceramic phase diagrams and apply thermodynamic reasoning
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of classification of ceramic materials, production of ceramics and thermodynamics.


Name: Chemical Engineering (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 13 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Heat transfer, Mass transfer, Momentum transfer (fluid mechanics), Stoichiometry and material balances, Energy balances and process calculations, Chemical reactor engineering (reaction rates, conversion), Separation processes and unit operations (distillation, absorption, extraction, filtration), Process engineering principles and equipment selection
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screening entry to mid-level chemical engineer candidates for core transport phenomena and process calculation competency | Shortlisting applicants for process engineering roles that require competence in unit operations, reactor design basics, and material/energy balances | Assessing readiness of hires or trainees for technical training in chemical process technology and equipment operation
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the conceptual knowledge of transport phenomena, chemical process engineering and technology, chemical process principles, stoichiometry and process calculations.


Name: Cisco AppDynamics (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 9 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: AppDynamics Controller UI navigation, Custom dashboard creation and configuration, Configuring health rules and alerting, Interpreting APM metrics and application analytics, Identifying and configuring Business Transactions, Transaction snapshots and diagnostic analysis, Agent installation and basic instrumentation, Generating and scheduling reports
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for a Site Reliability or APM engineer role to confirm they can configure AppDynamics dashboards, alerts, and reports for production monitoring | Validate that applicants understand AppDynamics diagnostics and metrics necessary to triage application performance issues | Assess candidates for roles responsible for initial AppDynamics setup, agent instrumentation, and Business Transaction configuration
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of application analytics, performance management, and AppDynamics essentials like controller UI, custom dashboard, reports and monitoring.


Name: Civil Engineering (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 10 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Manager, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor, Supervisor
Key concepts: Structural analysis and load calculations, Reinforced concrete design, Steel member design, Pavement design and materials, Traffic engineering and road network analysis, Surveying and measurement techniques (leveling, GPS), Soil mechanics and foundation design, Hydrology, hydraulic modeling, and stormwater management
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for a multidisciplinary civil engineer role requiring competency across structural, geotechnical, transportation, surveying, and water resources | Shortlist applicants who must demonstrate specific design skills (reinforced concrete, steel, pavements) before technical interviews | Verify foundational knowledge for engineers being considered for licensure preparation or assignment to site investigation and infrastructure projects
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of structural engineering, transportation engineering, surveying, geotechnical engineering and water resources engineering.


Name: Cloud Computing (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 8 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Cloud service models (IaaS/PaaS/SaaS), Private cloud architecture and deployment, Virtualization fundamentals (hypervisors, virtual machines), Elasticity and scalability, Resource pooling and multi-tenancy, Cloud service characteristics (on-demand self-service, measured service, broad network access), Cloud deployment trade-offs (private vs public vs hybrid)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for foundational cloud knowledge when hiring junior cloud engineers or platform operators | Validate infrastructure administrators' understanding prior to assigning private cloud deployment or management tasks | Assess candidates' conceptual ability to contribute to cloud migration and deployment planning decisions
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of cloud computing concepts, cloud service models, virtualization and private clouds.


Name: COBOL Programming (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 10 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: COBOL program divisions (IDENTIFICATION, ENVIRONMENT, DATA, PROCEDURE), PIC clauses and data declarations (numeric, alphanumeric, COMP/COMP-3), Working-Storage and linkage section usage, File handling and organization (sequential, indexed, relative), File I/O verbs (OPEN, READ, WRITE, REWRITE, CLOSE, SORT, MERGE), Procedural control flow and structured constructs (PERFORM, IF, EVALUATE, GO TO), Application processing modes (batch processing concepts and CICS/online transaction basics), Copybooks and modularization (COPY, sections, paragraphs)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen applicants for COBOL developer roles maintaining legacy mainframe applications | Verify a candidate's ability to implement and troubleshoot batch file processing and online (CICS) transaction programs | Assess baseline COBOL knowledge to place candidates into training or project teams for modernization/migration work
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of COBOL programming fundamentals, programming structure and different types of application processing.


Name: Computer Science (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 12 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Process and thread management (scheduling, synchronization), Memory management and virtual memory (paging, segmentation, caching), File systems and I/O management, Concurrency and deadlock concepts, Computer architecture (CPU organization, pipelining, caches), DBMS fundamentals (SQL, normalization, schema design), Database transactions and indexing (ACID, locking, B-tree indexes, join algorithms), Computer networking basics (OSI/TCP‑IP model, routing, switching, TCP/UDP)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for software engineering or systems roles to verify foundational OS, architecture, database, and networking knowledge | Assess recent CS graduates or interns for readiness in backend, infrastructure, or systems engineering training | Pre-hire screening for roles that require understanding of DBMS concepts and basic network/communication principles
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of operating system, computer architecture, DBMS and basics of computer networks and communication.


Name: Contact Center Call Simulation (New)
Test type: Simulations
Duration: 15 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level
Key concepts: Call handling, Active listening, Empathy and rapport building, Following standard operating procedures, Knowledge-base / process-document lookup, Issue triage and escalation, Call documentation (CRM note-taking), Typing speed and accuracy
Primary domain: behavioral
Use cases: Screen candidates for frontline contact center roles that must resolve customer issues while adhering to company procedures | Assess ability to follow process documents and escalate or triage complex customer inquiries during live calls | Verify candidates' typing speed and accuracy for producing clear, compliant CRM notes after customer interactions
Description: Simulation based test that measures the ability to handle customer concerns over a call by referring to standard process documents. It also measures typing and documentation skills.


Name: Conversational Multichat Simulation
Test type: Simulations
Duration: 11 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Key concepts: Multi-chat concurrency management, Standard process / SOP referencing, Customer query resolution, Written communication (grammar and vocabulary), Response time and efficiency, Information retrieval from documents, Prioritization of simultaneous customer threads
Primary domain: other
Use cases: Hiring chat-based customer service agents who must manage several simultaneous conversations and resolve issues accurately. | Assessing candidates' ability to locate and apply company process documents or knowledge-base content while interacting with customers. | Selecting representatives who produce clear, grammatically correct written responses under time pressure.
Description: This is a simulation-based test that measures the ability to handle customer concerns over multiple chats by referring to standard process documents. It provides an open-ended chat environment that assesses the candidate’s skills in a real job setting. Candidates are scored based on whether they resolved the customer’s query, the amount of time taken, and the correct use of vocabulary and grammar in their response.


Name: Core Java (Advanced Level) (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 13 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Java syntax, primitives and operators, Java OOP (classes, inheritance, polymorphism, interfaces, abstract classes), Exception handling and try-with-resources, File I/O and basic NIO usage, Generics (type parameters, wildcards, bounds), Collections Framework (List, Set, Map, iterators, ordering), Multithreading basics (Thread, Runnable, thread lifecycle), Concurrency utilities and synchronization (synchronized, volatile, Locks, Executors, concurrent collections), String handling and immutability (String vs StringBuilder/StringBuffer)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for Java developer roles requiring solid core language and advanced API knowledge | Validate effectiveness of an advanced Java training course before placing developers on projects | Shortlist applicants for positions that require multithreading and concurrent collections expertise
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of basic Java constructs, OOP concepts, files and exception handling, and advanced Java concepts like generics, collections, threads, strings and concurrency.


Name: Core Java (Entry Level) (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 13 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Java syntax and control structures (primitives, operators, conditionals, loops), Class and method definitions (constructors, access modifiers, static members), Object-oriented principles in Java (inheritance, polymorphism, encapsulation, abstraction), Exception handling (try/catch/finally, throws, checked vs unchecked exceptions), File I/O (java.io and basic java.nio usage, streams/readers/writers), Threads and basic concurrency (Thread, Runnable, synchronization, thread lifecycle), Generics and parameterized types (generic classes, type parameters, bounded types), Inner and nested classes (static nested, member, local, anonymous inner classes)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen entry-level Java developers for correct understanding of core language syntax and OOP concepts | Verify candidates can implement basic file handling and exception management for backend tasks | Assess ability to write and reason about simple multi-threaded code, generics, and inner-class usage
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of basic Java constructs, OOP concepts, file handling, exception handling, threads, generic class and inner class.


Name: Count Out The Money
Test type: Knowledge & Skills, Simulations
Duration: 5 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: Yes
Job levels: Entry-Level
Key concepts: Cash counting accuracy, US currency denomination recognition, Making correct change, Cash drawer reconciliation, Basic mental arithmetic (addition/subtraction), Speed/efficiency of cash handling, Coin handling and sorting, Attention to numeric detail
Primary domain: admin
Use cases: Screen candidates for retail cashier roles to ensure accurate and fast cash counting and change-making | Assess entry-level bank teller or front-desk applicants for ability to reconcile a cash drawer and process cash transactions | Evaluate event/box-office staff for coin handling, currency recognition, and numeric attention under transactional conditions
Description: The Count out the Money –US test measures a candidate’s money handling ability. This test is designed for entry-level positions where handling money is required on a regular basis.


Name: CSS3 (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 8 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: CSS selectors and specificity, Box model (content, padding, border, margin), Flexbox and CSS Grid layout, Positioning and float-based layout, Responsive design and media queries, Typography, color, backgrounds and borders, Transforms, transitions and @keyframes animations, CSS custom properties (variables) and functions (calc(), var(), gradients), Units and sizing (px, em, rem, %, vw, vh)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for front-end developer roles to verify practical CSS3 knowledge for building layouts and responsive pages | Assess UI/UX engineers' ability to implement modern styling, animations and custom properties in production web interfaces | Validate that a developer can debug and apply selectors, specificity and units correctly when converting designs to HTML/CSS
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of CSS3 and its application in providing style to web documents.


Name: Culinary Skills (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 7 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Manager, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor, Supervisor
Key concepts: cooking techniques (sautéing, roasting, braising, searing), knife skills and cutting techniques, food safety and hygiene (temperature control, cross-contamination, storage), kitchen equipment operation and maintenance (ovens, grills, fryers, mixers), mise en place and kitchen workflow organization, recipe interpretation and ingredient scaling, portioning, plating, and presentation
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Pre-hire screening for line cook, prep cook, or sous chef roles to verify practical culinary knowledge and safety competency | Identify training needs when promoting kitchen staff to stations requiring specific equipment operation or recipe scaling | Assess competency of culinary school graduates or entry-level food service hires in basic prep, plating, and sanitation practices
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of cooking principles, cooking equipment, meal preparation and presentation, and kitchen safety.


Name: Customer Service Phone Simulation
Test type: Biodata & Situational Judgement, Simulations
Duration: 20 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level
Key concepts: Customer/account identity verification, Ownership and escalation judgment, Providing accurate product/service information, De‑escalation and handling irate or confused callers, Active listening and clarifying questioning, Call resolution and time efficiency, CRM/system navigation across multiple information menus, Typing speed and data‑entry accuracy
Primary domain: behavioral
Use cases: Screen entry‑level inbound contact center candidates for phone-based customer handling, verification, and first-call resolution skills. | Select applicants who can navigate multiple systems and enter customer data quickly and accurately under call-time pressure. | Assess candidates’ ability to de‑escalate difficult or irate customers and take appropriate ownership or escalate when required.
Description: As part of Contact Center Simulations, the Customer Service Phone Simulation is designed for entry-level positions in a contact center environment. Sample tasks for these jobs include: verify the customer or account; take ownership of customer issues; interact with customers to provide information; respond positively to difficult, irate, or confused customers; listen attentively to callers; resolve calls in a timely manner; navigate within multiple information menus to view customer account details and process information; and type information quickly and accurately. Potential job titles that use this solution are: Call Center Representative, Contact Center Representative, Contact Center Agent, Customer Service Agent, Customer Service Representative, and Customer Advocate. "Please note that for Simplified Chinese version the audio is available in both Mandarin and Cantonese."


Name: Customer Service Phone Solution
Test type: Biodata & Situational Judgement, Personality & Behavior, Simulations
Duration: 30 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level
Key concepts: Active listening on phone, Issue ownership and follow-through, Customer issue resolution and troubleshooting, CRM navigation and information retrieval, Accurate data entry and form completion, Verbal empathy and rapport building, Call de-escalation and conflict handling, Learning potential / learning agility, Goal orientation and persistence
Primary domain: behavioral
Use cases: Screen entry-level contact center candidates for phone-based customer service roles to verify they can listen, resolve issues, and record information accurately. | Shortlist applicants who can navigate contact center systems and retrieve information while maintaining empathy and de-escalating upset customers. | Assess candidates' learning potential and tendency to meet goals so hiring managers can predict on-the-job development and resilience.
Description: As part of Contact Center Simulations, the Customer Service Phone Solution includes a contact center simulation and two behavioral tests designed to measure a wide range of skills, competencies, and behavioral tendencies relevant for contact center jobs. The Contact Center Simulation provides an opportunity for candidates to interact with simulated customers in a contact center environment. Designed to measure a candidate’s ability to listen attentively to the customer, take ownership of customer issues, resolve issues, navigate to find information, and enter information accurately, the Contact Center Simulation is intended to measure how a candidate will respond in a variety of customer situations and assess the candidate’s computer skills in a contact center setting. The behavioral tests in this solution are intended to measure the candidate’s learning potential and the tendency to meet goals and work hard, even when faced with obstacles. Collectively, the assessments in this solution measure a wide range of important skills, abilities, and behaviors for entry-level contact center roles. "Please note that for Simplified Chinese version the audio is available in both Mandarin and Cantonese."


Name: Cyber Risk (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 9 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Manager, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor, Supervisor
Key concepts: Cyber risk assessment and prioritization, Threat modeling, Vulnerability management and patching, Application security (OWASP Top 10), Network defenses (firewalls, IDS/IPS), Identity and access management (IAM), Incident response and business continuity, Security governance and frameworks (NIST, ISO27001)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for the ability to identify and prioritize organizational cyber risks for enterprise roles | Assess knowledge of application and network security fundamentals for security engineer positions | Evaluate understanding of security governance, incident response, and controls for security manager hires
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of cyber risk management, system and application security, network security and security management.


Name: Data Entry (New)
Test type: Simulations
Duration: 4 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level
Key concepts: accurate transcription of pre-filled forms, numeric data entry precision, alphanumeric data entry accuracy, verification and cross-checking of existing fields, field mapping and form navigation, error detection and correction, attention to detail and consistency checking
Primary domain: admin
Use cases: Screen candidates for data-entry clerk roles that require fast, accurate transcription from digital or paper forms. | Evaluate applicants responsible for validating and reconciling pre-populated records before database import. | Assess ability to identify and correct discrepancies in client/customer form data during data-cleaning tasks.
Description: Simulated data entry test that measures the ability to accurately transcribe data from pre-filled forms and the ability to verify pre-filled data.


Name: Data Entry Alphanumeric Split Screen - US
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 5 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Professional Individual Contributor, Mid-Professional, Front Line Manager, Entry-Level
Key concepts: Alphanumeric typing speed, Numeric (amount) entry accuracy, Form field navigation and tabbing, Split-screen visual scanning, Data transcription from source to form, Error detection and correction, Speed–accuracy tradeoff under time pressure
Primary domain: admin
Use cases: Screen candidates for high-volume invoice or order-entry roles requiring fast, accurate entry of addresses, product codes, and amounts | Assess administrative assistants or billing clerks who will transcribe mixed text and numeric information into web/forms | Hire accounts payable/receivable staff where precise numeric entry (invoice numbers, amounts) and quick form navigation are essential
Description: The Data Entry Alphanumeric Split Screen - US assessment measures speed and accuracy at typing text and numbers into forms. The information includes business-related text and numbers such as invoice number, address, product number and amount. The test assesses for speed and accuracy.


Name: Data Entry Numeric Split Screen - US
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 5 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor, Entry-Level, Front Line Manager
Key concepts: Numeric data entry speed, Numeric data entry accuracy, Numeric keypad (numpad) proficiency, Top-row number key proficiency, Split-screen data transcription, Form field navigation and tabbing, Transcribing business numeric identifiers (customer/order/item numbers) and quantities
Primary domain: admin
Use cases: Screen candidates for high-volume order entry or customer service roles that require fast, accurate entry of customer, order, and item numbers. | Evaluate applicants for billing, invoicing, or accounts payable/receivable positions that must transcribe invoice numbers and quantities without errors. | Assess suitability of inventory or logistics clerks who will perform split-screen numeric transcription between systems or forms.
Description: The Data Entry Numeric Split Screen - US assessment measures speed and accuracy at typing numbers into forms. The information candidates must enter includes business-related records including number fields such as customer number, order number, item number and quantity. Candidates may use either the keyboard's numeric keypad or the number keys at the top of the keyboard.


Name: Data Entry Ten Key Split Screen
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 3 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level, Front Line Manager, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Ten-key (numeric keypad) speed, Ten-key accuracy (error rate), Numeric transcription (source-to-entry), Split-screen visual scanning and alignment, Timed numeric entry (work rate under time pressure), Hand-eye coordination for rapid keypad entry
Primary domain: admin
Use cases: Screen candidates for high-volume data-entry roles (billing, invoicing, inventory) that require fast, accurate numeric keypad input | Validate applicants for accounting, payroll, or bookkeeping roles where numeric transcription and low error rates are critical | Assess ability to perform split-screen entry tasks where operators transcribe numbers from a source pane into a target system under time constraints
Description: Data Entry Ten Key Split Screen assessment measures ability to enter numbers using a numeric keypad. The test measures accuracy and speed.


Name: Data Science (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 14 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Supervised learning (regression and classification), Unsupervised learning (clustering, dimensionality reduction), Feature engineering and data preprocessing, Model evaluation and validation (cross‑validation, performance metrics, overfitting/regularization), Statistical inference and hypothesis testing, Probability distributions and sampling, Experimental design and A/B testing for decision making
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Pre-screen candidates for data scientist roles to confirm conceptual understanding of machine learning and statistical decision-making | Assess applicants for ML/analytics positions where correct model selection, evaluation, and preprocessing knowledge are required | Select learners for training programs by verifying baseline knowledge of inference, experimental design, and common ML methods
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the conceptual knowledge on how to use machine learning to analyze data, extract information, draw conclusions and make statistically-driven decisions.


Name: Data Warehousing Concepts
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 25 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: Yes
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Dimensional data modeling (facts, dimensions, star/snowflake schemas), ETL / data transformation (mapping, cleansing, load patterns), Data warehouse architecture (enterprise DW, hub-and-spoke, staging), Data marts (dependent vs independent, scope and integration), OLAP and cube design (aggregations, roll-up, slice/dice), Big Data integration and data warehouse appliances, Querying and reporting (analytical SQL, extraction for BI tools), Business requirements and governance (ROI, SLAs, security/controls)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for a data warehouse architect role responsible for DW architecture, dimensional modeling, and appliance/Big Data integration | Assess experienced ETL/BI developers for skills in data transformation, ETL design, and building/querying OLAP cubes for reporting | Evaluate analysts for capability to design data marts and produce performant analytical queries and reports
Description: The Data Warehousing Concepts test measures knowledge of Data Warehousing. Designed for experienced users, this test covers the following topics: Big Data and Data Warehouse Appliance, Business Considerations, Data Transformation, Data Warehousing and Data Marts, Design, Dimensional Data Model, On Line Analytical Processing (OLAP), Querying and Reporting/Data Extraction.


Name: Dependability and Safety Instrument (DSI)
Test type: Personality & Behavior
Duration: 10 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level
Key concepts: Punctuality and attendance reliability, Task completion consistency, Compliance with procedures, Safety rule adherence, Conscientiousness (work ethic), Integrity and honesty, Likelihood of counterproductive work behaviors
Primary domain: behavioral
Use cases: Pre-screen entry-level candidates for hourly retail, hospitality, or manufacturing roles to reduce hires likely to have attendance or reliability problems. | Filter applicants for safety-sensitive positions (warehouse, assembly, construction) to identify those likely to follow safety procedures. | Shortlist candidates for high-turnover roles where dependability and low risk of counterproductive behavior (theft, sabotage, chronic absenteeism) are prioritized.
Description: The DSI is a short pre-screening tool for many key entry-level roles. It is designed to identify potential employees who will have good dependability and reliability, and who are less likely to engage in counter-productive work behaviors.

Note: Turkish [end June 2012] and Romanian [end May 2013] are on limited beta relase


Name: Dermatology (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 3 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Common inflammatory dermatoses (eczema, psoriasis, acne), Infectious skin diseases (bacterial, fungal, viral), Lesion morphology and distribution (macule, papule, plaque, vesicle, pustule), Dermatological pharmacotherapy (topical corticosteroids, systemic retinoids, antibiotics, antifungals), Diagnostic terminology and classification (primary vs secondary lesions, acute vs chronic), Treatment modalities (topical vs systemic therapy, phototherapy), Drug adverse effects and contraindications in dermatology
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screening clinical applicants for dermatologist or dermatology trainee roles to verify disease recognition and treatment knowledge | Assessing competency of nurses or physician assistants being hired into dermatology clinics to ensure appropriate triage and medication understanding | Evaluating candidate knowledge for medical affairs or pharmaceutical roles focused on dermatology products and treatments
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of various diseases related to skin, their symptoms, the drugs used to treat them, and different terminologies used in the field of dermatology.


Name: Desktop Support (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 8 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: TCP/IP networking fundamentals (IP addressing, DHCP, DNS, subnetting), LAN connectivity and hardware (switches, cabling, Wi‑Fi basics), Peripheral hardware troubleshooting (printers, scanners, USB devices), Desktop operating systems installation and configuration (OS setup, updates, user profiles, file systems), Device drivers and firmware installation/management, Troubleshooting methodology and diagnostic tools (ping/tracert, event logs, safe mode, hardware diagnostics), Remote support and end‑user support skills (remote desktop tools, ticketing, clear user communication)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for a desktop technician role responsible for office LAN endpoints and on‑site hardware support | Assess ability to diagnose and repair peripheral and OS issues, install drivers/updates, and restore workstation functionality | Evaluate aptitude for providing remote technical support and following structured troubleshooting procedures
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of networking, peripheral components, operating systems, troubleshooting and providing technical support.


Name: Digital Advertising (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 7 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Graduate, Manager, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor, Supervisor
Key concepts: Google Ads (AdWords) account structure - campaigns, ad groups, keywords, Keyword match types and negative keywords, Bidding strategies including CPC/CPM/CPA and Smart Bidding (tCPA, tROAS), Performance metrics and KPIs (CTR, CPC, CPA, ROAS, impressions, conversions), Quality Score and ad relevance, Conversion tracking and tag implementation (Google Tag Manager, conversion pixels), Audience targeting and remarketing (geo, device, demographics, affinity), Analytics and reporting tools (Google Analytics, Google Ads reports, Data Studio)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screening candidates for a PPC/SEM specialist role who must set up and optimize Google Ads campaigns | Assessing a digital marketer's ability to analyze campaign performance and recommend bid/creative changes | Evaluating candidates responsible for implementing conversion tracking and producing performance reports
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the candidate's knowledge about use of AdWords and tools to analyze ad performance on digital media.


Name: Digital Readiness Development Report - IC
Test type: Personality & Behavior
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Director, Entry-Level, Executive, Front Line Manager, General Population, Graduate, Manager, Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor, Supervisor
Key concepts: digital learning orientation (curiosity & continuous learning), openness and adaptability to digital change, comfort adopting new digital tools and technologies, use of data to inform decisions (data-informed behavior), digital collaboration and virtual teamwork behaviors, self-directed/independent digital working, digital problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset, awareness of digital risk and secure behaviour
Primary domain: behavioral
Use cases: Screen individual contributors for fit in roles undergoing digital transformation or requiring adoption of new technologies | Identify specific behavioural development needs to design L&D or coaching plans for improving digital readiness | Inform hiring or internal mobility decisions where remote, data-driven, or digitally enabled working styles are important
Description: This participant-oriented report is aimed at individual contributors (non-managerial) and summarizes the way that they have described their typical style at work and is interpreted against SHL's Digital Readiness Framework. The report describes the way the person typically behaves, rather than their actual skill levels. It gives an indication of the individual's likely strengths in each area and makes suggestions for development activities, based upon the information gained from the
questionnaire. Note: this report is specifically aimed at Individual Contributors. A version designed for Managers is also available (see Digital Readiness Report - Managers).


Name: Digital Readiness Development Report - Manager
Test type: Personality & Behavior
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Entry-Level, Executive, Front Line Manager, General Population, Graduate, Manager, Mid-Professional, Supervisor, Director
Key concepts: Digital learning orientation, Use of digital communication and collaboration tools, Data-driven decision making, Leading digital change (change leadership), Encouraging experimentation and innovation with technology, Adaptability to digital disruption, Coaching and enabling others' digital adoption
Primary domain: behavioral
Use cases: Assess whether a manager demonstrates the behavioral tendencies needed to lead a digital transformation or technology-led project | Identify specific development areas for a manager (e.g., data use, coaching for digital adoption) to include in a leadership development plan | Screen internal candidates for promotion into roles requiring strong capability to foster digital ways of working across teams
Description: This participant-oriented report is aimed employees with management responsibilities and summarizes the way that they have described their typical style at work and is interpreted against SHL's Digital Readiness Framework. The report describes the way the person typically behaves, rather than their actual skill levels. It gives an indication of the individual's likely strengths in each area and makes suggestions for development activities, based upon the information gained from the
questionnaire. Note: this report is specifically aimed at managers. A version designed for individual contributors is also available (see Digital Readiness Report - IC).


Name: Docker (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 10 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Dockerfile authoring & image creation, Container lifecycle management (run, stop, exec), Container networking (bridge, overlay, port mapping), Data persistence & volumes (named volumes, bind mounts, tmpfs), Storage drivers & image layer caching (overlay2, aufs), Resource limits & performance tuning (CPU, memory, cgroups), Logging, monitoring & healthchecks, Docker Swarm orchestration (services, stacks, scaling, rolling updates)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen candidates for a DevOps or platform engineer role requiring Docker containerization and Swarm orchestration skills | Validate an SRE's ability to tune container performance, manage storage drivers, and implement persistent data strategies | Assess developers who must author Dockerfiles, manage container lifecycle, and configure networking for containerized apps
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of Docker container, data management, Docker performance and swarm.


Name: Dojo (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 11 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Dojo AMD module system (require/define), Dojo architecture and module organization, dojo.declare class definition and inheritance, Dijit widget classes and lifecycle, DOM querying with dojo/query (CSS selectors), DOM manipulation and utilities (dojo/dom, dojo/dom-construct), Event handling (dojo/on, dojo/_base/connect), Animation APIs (dojo/fx, dojo/animateProperty), Theming and styling of Dijit widgets (CSS classes/themes)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Screen frontend candidates for a role maintaining or extending a Dojo-based web application | Validate developer ability to implement widgets, DOM logic, events and animations using Dojo/Dijit | Assess suitability of engineers for migration or refactoring projects involving Dojo codebase
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of Dojo architecture, classes and libraries, styles, animation and Dojo queries.


Name: Drupal (New)
Test type: Knowledge & Skills
Duration: 17 minutes
Remote support: Yes
Adaptive support: No
Job levels: Mid-Professional, Professional Individual Contributor
Key concepts: Drupal installation and site configuration, Content types, fields and content modeling, Views creation and display management, Twig theming and templates, Block, menu and layout management, Custom module development (Hooks, Services, Drupal API), Form API and Entity API usage, User roles, permissions and access control, Security practices (core/module updates, input sanitization, permissions auditing)
Primary domain: technical
Use cases: Assess candidates for a Drupal backend developer role responsible for custom module development and API usage | Screen applicants for Drupal site-builder or administrator positions who will handle installation, content modeling, Views and configuration | Validate knowledge of Drupal theming, user management and security practices when hiring a front-end integrator or platform maintainer
Description: Multi-choice test that measures the knowledge of Drupal setup, content management, user interface, module development and security.