Product Owner Test

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

  • What is a product owner skills test?

    A product owner has an important role within a development team and is in charge of representing the customer to their team. They often work as a project manager for a specific product - often software.

    A product owner skills test is an efficient way of measuring the skills needed to become a product owner. It is important they are able to manage their time, prioritize tasks and work closely within a team. These are all assessed within the test.

    The test is made up of multiple-choice questions focusing on situations a product owner would encounter such as leadership and communication difficulties.

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  1. What is a product owner skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the product owner skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures product owner skills
  4. Product Owner 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 product owner skills test for pre-screening?

    Using the product owner skills test during the hiring process is an ideal way of identifying strong candidates, however, using it during pre-screening ensures a faster and more efficient method of shortlisting the most qualified candidates.

    Candidates can complete the skills test at home in their own time, saving money and time for the hiring company.

    The test removes unconscious bias by withholding personal information of the candidates such as age, nationality or qualifications. This makes the hiring process significantly fairer, focusing on the skill level of those applying.

    The product owner skills test focuses on a range of skills including hard and soft skills. By testing different types of skills you get a holistic view of the candidates, making it easier to identify the strongest candidates.

    Some of the skills tested include error checking, logical reasoning and verbal reasoning. These aptitude tests are essential for the role. In addition, many soft skills are tested such as communication, teamwork and time management.

    This test could be used for other positions as well, such as:

    Any role which requires leadership, problem solving and communication could benefit from using this test.

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How our test measures product owner 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 be a product owner 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 product owner test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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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

Product Owner Test FAQs

What are the most important skills for a product owner?

There are lots of essential skills a product owner must have including teamwork, leadership, communication and problem solving. A successful product owner would have a wide range of skills so they are able to guide a team as well as the technical knowledge to complete the tasks.

Are aptitude tests accurate?

Aptitude tests are extremely accurate, they give candidates the opportunity to demonstrate their skills in specific situations and scenarios. If a candidate has the skill set, the tests offer multiple chances to demonstrate them, making it clear which skills they have and which ones they do not have.

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.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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