The OPQ model of personality
The OPQs depth of insight and range of business-relevant reports means it is a popular choice in many contexts including:
Graduate recruitment
Leadership development
Recruitment into all professional and management positions
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OPQ32 at a glance |
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Provides in-depth insight across the key competencies required in graduate, management and leadership positions |
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Extensive range of business-relevant reports, suitable for line managers |
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Available in 28 languages |
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Supported by over 50 norm groups allowing specific role, level, industry and cultural group comparisons to be made |
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Available online, PC and paper-based |
Unlike other personality questionnaires, the OPQ is an occupational model of personality, designed solely for use in a business environment. The OPQ model provides a clear, simple framework for understanding the role of personality in the workplace and the impact it has on job performance.
INDIVIDUAL USE
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characteristics are also useful to consider in self audit terms when preparing
and writing a CV and when preparing for interview.A table like the one shown below could be used as coaching support
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My ability level now |
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