GCAT
General Reasoning Ability
an BPS Registered Test
general cognitive ability measuring abstract, numerical and verbal reasoning
GCAT General Reasoning Ability
GCAT
General Reasoning Ability
An EFPA Registered Test
General mental ability (GMA) influences how quickly somebody can learn, how readily they can adapt, how easily they can understand, and how adeptly they can solve novel problems. GMA assessments classically contain abstract reasoning (sometimes called diagrammatic or inductive), numerical reasoning and verbal reasoning tests.
It is suitable to assess all levels of staff for selection purposes, identify high-potential workers, or assess whether applicants have the minimum ability level needed for a particular job.
For organisations, it is well established that GMA predicts occupational success regardless of role or context and is an important ingredient of future potential. However, is important for organisations to select tests that are fair, reliable, and valid.
General cognitive ability influences how quickly somebody can learn and how readily they can adapt, understand, and solve novel problems.
The Podium GCAT assessment measures General Mental Ability using abstract reasoning, numerical reasoning, and verbal reasoning ability assessments.
Abstract Reasoning
The GCAT abstract reasoning category is made up of diagrammatic test questions and word association question types that test critical thinking.
Numerical Reasoning
The numerical reasoning category in GCAT consists of questions that require context analysis, number grouping pattern solving and sequences.
Verbal Reasoning
The verbal reasoning category in GCAT consists of questions that require context analysis, word grouping and word appropriation.
Measures
General Reasoning Ability
Abstract Ability
Numerical Ability
Verbal Ability
Reports
Selection Reports
Development Reports
Feedback Reports
Bulk/Group Reports
Administration
On-Screen
Remote Email Invitation
Bulk Access
Duration
60 Timed Questions
30 Minutes
About GCAT
GCAT provides a measure of general mental ability and is comprised of 60 items under abstract, numerical, and verbal reasoning categories.
GCAT is available in timed and un-timed variants. The un-timed version is typically completed in about 30 minutes. A timed variant of GCAT (30 minutes) is available for selection into roles where complex decision-making under time pressure is a feature of the role, or when necessary for operational reasons.
It is suitable to assess all levels of staff for selection purposes, identify high-potential workers, or assess whether applicants have the minimum ability level needed for a particular job.
When To Use GCAT
Development
Coaching
Recruitment
Selection
Language Availability
- English
- Arabic
- Chinese (Simplified)
- Slovakian
- Swedish
- Thai
- Turkish