CIO Test

When looking to fill a CIO position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A CIO skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a CIO skills test?

    A CIO (Chief information officer) is in charge of all aspects of a company’s IT sector, including the people, processes and technologies. The CIO manages operational activities, a variety of projects and strategic planning.

    A CIO test is used in the recruitment process to discover the best candidate for the job, it assesses a range of skills including leadership, communication and decision making.

    A job skills test offers a data-driven approach that can help you hire the best applicant.

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  1. What is a CIO skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the CIO skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures CIO skills
  4. CIO Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the CIO skills test for pre-screening?

    The main benefit of using the CIO skills test for pre-screening is that it is a cost-efficient way of removing unconscious bias from the hiring process. It focuses purely on skills instead of personal attributes such as age, gender or race.

    The questions are multiple-choice and designed to measure specific skills relevant to the CIO position, such as leadership, software skills and numerical reasoning. Identifying the most qualified candidate who can demonstrate these skills is important in the recruitment process to ensure the right applicant gets the job.

    Other skills that can be assessed are communication, data analysis and strategy building. It is important to test a variety of skills before filling a high-level position.

    Test-takers who score well on the assessment can be moved onto the next stage of the hiring process. This often includes a formal interview where the skills demonstrated in the test can be explained.

    The CIO skills test could be used for a range of jobs including CTO, CDO and head of IT. Any leadership position that involves aspects of computing or technology would benefit from this test.

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How our test measures CIO skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to become a CIO were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our CIO test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Predictor of job success

Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

CIO Test FAQs

What qualifications should a CIO have?

A CIO should have a bachelor's degree, however, a specific field is not required. It is beneficial to have a degree in a technology-based subject, such as computer science or software engineering, although, extensive experience can make up for not having a degree.

How can I assess a candidate’s soft skills?

Soft skills such as problem solving, teamwork and communication can be assessed using aptitude tests. Many companies use a variety of tests to assess these skills including asking multiple-choice questions or situational case studies.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

“An unbeatable service, impressive platform and fantastic value for money.”
Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA
Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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