A collection of books and articles on psychometric testing, personality testing and assessment centres, from the perspective of both candidates and hiring managers.
Online books, guides and publications
eBooks
The library provides full text access to a selection of key business and reference eBooks from leading publishers.
How to succeed at an assessment centre
Harry Tolley and Robert Wood (Kogan Page, 2006)
This book covers all aspects of attending an assessment centre, from what to wear to what to do after the assessment centre, to ensure you get as much benefit from it as possible. Chapters include sections on role play, giving presentations and how to succeed at group exercises and pass psychometric tests.
How to pass technical selection tests
Mike Bryan and Sanjay Modha (Kogan Page, 2005)
How to study and prepare for technical selection tests. A summary of the most common types of tests is given, with tips on what to do on the day, and using strategy to ensure you do the best you can. Types of test covered include verbal, numerical, diagrammatic and mechanical reasoning. Practice questions are also included.
Assessment methods in recruitment selection & performance: A manager's guide to psychometric testing, interviews and assessment centres
Robert Edenborough (Human Resources, 2005)
Addresses selection tests from the point of view of the manager looking at recruiting new staff. This book includes chapters on psychometric tests, their standards, statistics and history.
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Online articles
The library provides access to a range of articles in full text from leading business, finance and management journals.
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Useful links
Psychological Testing Centre - web site from the British Psychological Society providing information and guidance relating to standards in tests and testing.
Recruiting and interviewing - section of the Business Link web site covering selection methods including psychometric tests and assessment centres.
Articles and books in the Library collection
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