Consultant Test

Consultant tests can be used to determine if a candidate has the core skills and expertise to be successful in a consultant position.

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What is a consultant test?

A consultant test consists of a series of questions designed to determine whether a candidate has the required core and soft skills to perform in the position.

The multiple-choice questions evaluate a candidate on several areas required for a consultancy role, including interpersonal and communication skills, commercial awareness, and analytical skills.

The test is typically used in the early stages of the recruitment process, to ensure the most capable candidates are selected. Performing well on the test shows a candidate who may be a good potential fit for a consultant position.

About the Consultant Test

Consultants use their expertise and experience to make recommendations to companies to help them solve specific challenges, create value, or improve their performance. Some of the responsibilities of a consultant include detecting issues and devising a strategy to resolve them, analysing statistics, and communicating recommendations to clients.

The consultant test assesses whether a candidate possesses the required level of skills and expertise to perform these responsibilities effectively.

Why should you use a consultant test for recruiting?

Shortlisting candidates based on their application and resumes alone can be challenging and time-consuming. Hiring teams can often find themselves sifting through a pile of applications but are unable to distinguish the candidates on their suitability.

This is because resumes give limited insight into a candidate's true abilities, with some candidates overstating their skills and experience to get through to the next round.

A consultant skills test helps solve this issue. It is easily administered to a large number of candidates in your talent pool, and provides you with a set of easy-to-read results to compare candidates.

Neuroworx's consultant test assesses a candidate's proficiency in key skills such as problem-solving, ability to collaborate, and theoretical expertise. This gives a clear and unbiased insight into how suited each candidate is, making for a more streamlined hiring process.

Candidates who meet the required score for the role can be advanced to the next round, while those who underperformed are excluded.

Roles for which a consultant test would be useful:

  • Financial Consultant
  • Business Consultant
  • Strategy Consultant
  • Management Consultant
  • Operations Consultant
  • HR Consultant
  • Junior Consultant
  • Consulting Manager

View a sample report

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

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

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How our test assesses consultant skills

In Neuroworx's consultant test, candidates will need to answer a range of questions targeting an intermediate level of proficiency, from identifying the best solution to a problem to analysing statistics. The test is designed to indicate how suitable a candidate is for a consultant position based on a final test score, which can then be compared to the scores of other applicants.

The multiple-choice questions consist of one correct answer and two to four distractors. The distractors are mostly generic mistakes or misconceptions, which makes the test challenging and helps measure a candidate's proficiency more accurately.

During the development process, the test was rigorously analysed to maximise reliability and validity in line with industry best practices. It was created and tested by psychometric experts, and field-tested with a representative sample of job applicants who have varying experience, just like you might find in a talent pool.

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

Our consultant tests are monitored to ensure they are up-to-date and optimised for performance.

Our test platform

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

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

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Scientifically validated by psychometric specialists

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

Frequently asked questions

What skills should a consultant have?

Important skills for a consultant include: excellent interpersonal and communication skills; quantitative and analytical skills; commercial awareness; teamwork skills; problem-solving and critical thinking; organisation and time-management skills.

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

The consultant test is easy to administer to a large number of applicants, so it is most useful at the beginning of a recruitment process, to help reduce the candidate pool to a manageable number of qualified applicants.

What is the cost for Neuroworx's consultant test?

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

Can I get a free trial?

Yes, simply sign up (no credit card is required) and we'll give you unlimited access for 7 seven days. Create as many jobs and test as many candidates as you want; you won't be charged a penny.

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