Product Description

psychometric tests are used by the majority of medium to large-sized organisations to assess the abilities of clerical, technical, graduate and executive job candidates. there is also an increasing trend for universities to use them as part of their admissions procedure.

this best-selling guide provides the perfect introduction to tests and test taking. it covers ability tests and personality questionnaires, giving you a detailed insight into the world of psychometrics. it will help you to understand the main types of test, increase your test taking confidence, develop strategies and explore your work-style and personality. with guidance on testing on the internet and practice graduate and university admissions tests as well as a leadership-style questionnaire, it is an essential read for those who want to stand out from other applicants.

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #21974 in Books
• Published on: 2008-05-03
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 215 pages

From the Back Cover

how to master psychometric tests

expert advice on test preparation with practice questions from leading

test providers

[!corner flash!] free online test and feedback for every reader

4th edition

mark parkinson

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4th edition

how to master psychometric tests

mark parkinson

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“if you want to improve your chances of getting the job you want…

you need to read this book… it is a fantastic investment.”

seren magazine

“a great introduction to the world of psychometric testing.”

newscheck

psychometric tests are used by the majority of medium- to large-sized organizations to assess the abilities of clerical, technical, graduate and executive job candidates. they also play an important role in staff development and careers guidance, as they provide objective and detailed information on abilities, personality, values and interests. in addition, many universities use them as part of their admissions procedure.

how to master psychometric tests provides the perfect introduction to these tests and gives you an insight into the constantly developing world of psychometrics.

it includes:

• practice tests from three leading accredited test providers;

• sample graduate and university admissions tests;

• guidance on test taking on the internet;

• a free online test with a feedback report;

• a specially written leadership-style questionnaire.

by helping you to understand the main types of test, increase your confidence, and explore your work style and personality, how to master psychometric tests will optimize your chances of achieving test and career success.

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dr mark parkinson is a business psychologist and psychometrics expert. he is the designer of a number of successful commercial tests and questionnaires and consults widely with major uk companies and universities. he writes regularly on psychological matters and is the author of your job search made easy, how to master personality questionnaires and the graduate job-hunting guide (all published by kogan page).

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isbn: 978-0-7494-5165-3

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About the Author

dr mark parkinson is a business psychologist and psychometrics expert. he is the designer of a number of successful commercial tests and questionnaires and consults widely with major uk companies and universities. he writes regularly on psychological matters and is the author of your job search made easy and how to master personality questionnaires (all published by kogan page).