Talent Assessments

Talent assessments are structured tools used to evaluate an individual’s capabilities, personality traits, leadership potential, and likely behaviors. When conducted by experts, they serve as predictive tools that help organizations make informed hiring, promotion, development, and succession decisions.

While many providers rely solely on automated tests or unstructured interviews, PCI combines validated assessment tools with interpretation by a business psychologist who also conducts a structured interview.

We also go beyond just providing assessment scores. Each custom-written report gives you thoughtful insights and practical, real-world recommendations. You can also talk with the psychologist at any time to ask questions and discuss how to use the data to make the right talent decisions.

Learn about additional ways our executive assessments are different from other providers.

Yes. We specialize in designing and delivering customized assessments. For example, we can evaluate how a senior executive aligns with your company’s mission and values or how a first line supervisor stacks up against your core and leadership competencies.

Want to discuss how we can customize a solution for you? Schedule a free consultation with a PCI psychologist.

Yes. All tools are validated for fairness and predictive accuracy. We follow EEOC, APA, and SIOP guidelines, and conduct periodic studies to ensure legal defensibility and scientific rigor. Since PCI’s start in 1957, we’ve had no legal challenges brought against us.

Our online assessment battery typically takes 1 to 2 hours to complete and can be accessed remotely. Participants are also given verbal feedback at the end of their interview, which candidates appreciate. They also like that our process does not create long delays. The average time from when we get a request to the time our client has the custom-written report is 3 business days.

You’ll receive a psychologist-prepared report with:
- Behavioral summaries
- Strengths and development areas
- Fit with role and culture
- Suggested interview questions or coaching tips
- Debrief with your PCI psychologist/talent advisor

Want to preview our approach? Request a sample hiring or developmental report to see the kind of insights we deliver.

Yes. Many clients use our assessments to:
- Identify high-potential employees
- Support leadership development programs
- Determine promotion readiness
- Inform coaching plans and succession strategies

Because we assess traits tied to growth, agility, and leadership potential, our tools are ideal for long-term people planning.

Our psychologists have advanced degrees in clinical, counseling, or I/O psychology. They each have 20+ years designing and conducting leadership assessments and providing consulting to hiring managers, executives, and talent leaders. Our validation studies also inform us about how to use the data to predict on the job behavior and advancement potential. We also stay up to date on research in the field and apply best practices.