PDA Overview
- 1. P D A P rofile As s e s s m e nts P e rs onal D e ve lop m e nt Analys is
- 2. Wh at is P D A? P D A… A tool which analyzes individuals’ behavioral profiles and their Pe rs onal abilities, identifying strengths and areas for development. De ve lop m e nt Allows us to define positions in terms of behaviors and to Analys is generate “compatibility studies” between the assessed individuals and the defined positions. Scientifically supported with a 90% reliability and validated for use throughout Latin America. Is conducted online and results are delivered instantly. Generates complete reports, both written and graphic, in support of potential selection processes and the development of human capital.
- 3. Wh at D oe s P D A M e as u re ? P D A… It measures the Behavioral Profile of Individuals allowing for Pe rs onal detailed knowledge of their abilities, strengths and possible areas for development. De ve lop m e nt Rather than qualifying profiles as “good” or “bad,” it describes Analys is the behavioral characteristics of the assessed individual. Generates “Compatibility Studies” between candidates and positions identifying an individual’s capability to successfully perform in that position. Measures individuals’ business skills, identifying how they generate new contacts, build relationships and negotiate, how they close sales, follow up with clients, etc. Measures individuals’ management skills, identifying how they make decisions and motivate others, how they lead and develop their reports, etc.
- 4. S u p p orting Th e ory Based on the following Theories and Studies: Structure of Personality (W.M. Marston) Theory of Perception Theory of Self-Consistency Semantic Study Theory of Self-Concept (Prescott Lecky) PDA is based on a five axis model which allows to identify and describe, among others, the following dimensions and their respective intensities: Results Oriented People Oriented Quality Oriented Adherence to Rules & Procedures Emotional Self-Control Decision-Making Style Leadership Style Motivation & Stress How to Manage Successfully Strengths & Weaknesses IMPORTANT: During the “PDA Certification” course, all aspects of the supporting theory and the scientific backing of the methodology are explained in detail
- 5. Availab le P D A R e p orts Individual Reports: Certified Analyst Graphic BPR (Behavioral Profile Report): • Descriptive words • Description of the Behavioral Profile • Leadership Style • Sales Style • How to Manage Successfully • Strengths & Areas of Opportunity • Compatibility Studies with Competencies (pre-determined or “the Client’s)” • Studies of Compatibility with Positions (Pre-determined or client- defined) • Interview Questionnaires • Skill Developing Action Plan
- 6. Availab le P D A R e p orts Group Reports Studies of Compatibility with Positions (Candidate Ranking) Studies of Compatibility with Competencies Group or Team Profile Assessments Customized Reports (Individual & Group) Compatibility with the custom defined position Compatibility with the client’s customized competencies Definition of Positions & Competencies PDA JOB Report HS Competencies
- 7. Writte n & G rap h ic R e p orts PDA offers Written and Graphic Reports which enable in-depth analysis… See Sample PDA Report
- 8. Writte n & G rap h ic R e p orts PDA offers Written and Graphic Reports which enable in-depth analysis…
- 9. S am p le “ Ind ivid u al R e p ort of P os ition C om p atib ility”
- 10. S am p le “ G rou p R e p ort of P os ition C om p atib ility” Sales Supervisor
- 11. S am p le G rou p R e p ort of C om p e te ncie s C om p atib ility
- 12. S am p le Ind ivid u al R e p ort of C om p e te ncie s C om p atib ility
- 13. C om p arative Ad vantage s at P rod u ct Le ve l CONSISTENCY INDICATOR: The report includes an “Information Consistency Indicator,” which describes the degree of reliability and consistency of the report results. PRE-DEFINED POSITIONS AND COMPETENCIES: Includes 3 position groups (Leadership, Business, Generic) with a total of 22 system pre-determined profiles to provide compatibility studies without the need to define and input new positions. Includes a list of 20 system pre- determined competencies to provide compatibility studies without the need to define and input new competencies. CUSTOM POSITIONS AND COMPETENCIES: In cases when compatibility studies with the Client’s own competencies or positions are required, the system offers the possibility of defining custom position profiles or of customizing the Client’s Competencies. DEPTH OF INFORMATION: Analyzes not only individuals’ behavioral trends, but also the corresponding intensity with which they manifest, the level of energy, of motivation/stress, flexibility, etc. This also allows more in-depth studies of competency. MEASURING EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: PDA measures emotional intelligence with a 5th axis, Self-Control which measures the emotional or rational trend and the assessed individual’s adherence to their scale of values, a dimension which is one of the most important variables in analyzing the test results. FLEXIBLE AND FAST PLATFORM: PDA uses a very fast technical platform to administer different sub-bases, generate compatibilities, perform diagnostics, send mails, in addition to being very intuitive.
- 14. Bu s ine s s Ad vantage s COST-QUALITY CONSIDERATION: PDA is a methodology which offers greater quality and depth at more cost- effective value than others with a stronger market presence FLEXIBLE HIRING MODE: Offers the possibility of an annual unlimited license sale or the sale by credits SIMPLE AND PRACTICAL USE OF CREDITS: The use in credit hiring mode is by individual, not by report, that is once a report is issued on an individual, any other reports issued will not use up credits. INTEGRATION: Offers the flexibility of integration through interface with the clients’ own systems for additional products such as the creation of Alliances.
- 15. Are as of Ap p lication •Candidate Job Profile information R uit ecr ing •Correlation between Candidate Profile and open positions & Sel ion ect •Simple and quick “online” assessments •Centralized information on all Candidates •Information for interviews Pot ia ent l •Development of Key Skills & •Individual and Group Counseling & Coaching information Dev opment el •Identification of Strengths and Possible Weaknesses •Focus on Areas of Opportunity •Valuable information to create a Career Guide •Identification and development of new leaders L der ea ship •Strengthening and developing Managerial Skills Dev opment el •Analysis of the different Leadership Styles •Study of Group Leadership Trends •Design of activities to develop Managerial Skills
- 16. Are as of Ap p lication •Group Job Profile information T m ea •Communication Styles & Listening Skills Int aion egr t •“Productive” integration of work team members •Design of group activities •Identification of training needs Ta r ining •Assessment of strengths and weaknesses •Design of activities customized to the group’s needs •Action proposals in HS Consulting •Attracting & Selecting Young People with Potential •Career Planning •Areas for Development Young Professionas l •Follow Up & Coaching
- 17. C lie nt Te s tim onials “We implemented PDA and integrated it into our performance assessments by competencies. Great value was added by: Offering an additional view of potential to the results of the observed assessments Improving how feedback was delivered to assessed individuals Helping increase line confidence and commitment in the competency development program at regional level.” María Laura Martí Training & Development Regional Manager Skanska Latin America “We use PDA in our selection process all the way from mid-management level to the CEO. It has allowed us to diagnose main strengths and areas for improvement, both at individual and organizational level. The ability to provide individual feedback to each person involved has been of great value. The way PDA delivers feedback is one of its great advantages.” Víctor José Ghiglione Human Resources Manager Brinks Argentina
- 18. C lie nt Te s tim onials “At the Department of Career Management of IAE we have reflection spaces for our students to create their professional scenarios. Working for professionals who are educated at a high level of excellence and performance requires us to constantly revise and rethink our services. The HS Latin America team joins us in this process not only with tools of great value like PDA but also through consulting. The ability to rely on Nicolás and his team of consultants has, no doubt, enriched our work at IAE.” Etel Petrasso Responsible for Career Management IAE Business School-Universidad Austral “PDA has allowed us to rationalize our HR processes around talent incorporation and management. PDA is an excellent tool which allowed us to develop executive training and development programs, with an objective analysis of individual and team needs. Being able to rely on the support of HS consultants for the development of individual and group activities has been of great help to us, by providing integrated solutions of great value to participants with short-term results.” Jorge Buforn Responsible for Training & Development Pepsico Foods Southern Cone
- 19. C lie nt Te s tim onials “PDA is of great value to us and offers the ability to produce online candidate compatibility reports against each position’s behavioral requirements. The information can be used both in the selection process, as well as in the internal employee development processes.” Verónica Climent Head of Employment & Development Santander Río “We have been using PDA for 10 years. It is a versatile Management Assessment tool, which provides the ability to know leadership profiles and enables the customization of reports for each company’s competency glossary, allowing us to work on the identified gaps. PDA is also of invaluable support in the executive coaching processes with surprising results—its reliability in helping support the coachee’s growth. Finally, we use it with other tools, such as the Assessment Center or Multiple Feedback Assessment, ensuring the reliability of the process.” Horacio Cortese Nexi Consultores Director of Adrha Director of the Masters Program in HR Leadership at UCES
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- 21. C ontact Inform ation (855) 9-PDA USA www.PDAInternational.net