Self Assessment Vs Cognitive Assessment

Cognitive Assessment
The difference between an IQ test and a Cognitive Assessment is that an IQ test works on the numerical value presented on a scale. A person with average intelligence usually scores between 90-110 on the IQ scale, whereas a person with the score of above 130 will be characterised as above average but a person with a score below 70 is a below average intelligent person.
Now a Cognitive Assessment does not make use of a numerical scale. A Cognitive Assessment tests the functions of one's body through brain exercises and other skill activities. Cognitive assessment can measure the aspects of brain function through motor skills, perception executive skill, ability to make decisions and one's attention span.

Different approaches

Recruitment is the process at which individuals who qualify are identified for the correct job

Sources of Recruitment
Internal Sources
• Moonlighting : This involves occasionally taking a second job to bring in money aside from your main income
• Transfers: This involves shifting around employees to similar job descriptions. This does not necessarily mean that the employee will be changing or moving up the ranks within the organization.
• Employee Referrals: New employees are recruited based on what current employees reference about them. This references normally come from superior candidates or supervisors.
• Internal Advertisements: Vacancies are advertised within the organization for open spots.
Advantages of Internal Recruitment
• Reduces turnover
• Motivates employees
• Saves capital and time (training purposes)
• Increases morale within organization
External Sources
• Schools, colleges/universities: Direct recruitment comes from these places. Students are noticed during their studies and are approached by companies based on their fields of

This ensures for a smaller reach of candidates as not everyone has internet access.

Selection and Screening
By screening candidates, it means that there is a possibility of an interview being conducted. The candidates CV has been reviewed and they stand the chance of getting the job once and when they are interviewed. By screening the candidates, they are reviewed based on their qualifications compared to what is needed to complete daily tasks. Although, the candidates who meet the minimum requirements are included in the screening process.

Once suitable candidates have been identified, the interviews are then conducted. The purpose of the interview is to gather and verify information that has been placed in CV’s. The candidates are also questioned on their qualifications, experience and knowledge that will be used to conduct their prospective jobs. Interviews can be done over the phone which will be recorded, or the interviews are done face to face with the candidates. Once a suitable candidate has been chosen, there are mandatory background checks done, as well as reference