| NEW! Test of Supervisory Skills (TOSS)
The Test of Supervisory Skills (TOSS) is a 70-item, multiple-choice, untimed test that taps the knowledge required for successful supervision.
Based on careful, repeated factor analyses of supervisory behavior, TOSS provides norms that allows a comparison of scores with a large (1,000+) number of supervisory and non-supervisory profile. TOSS is a paper-and-pencil administered profile.
The new version of this well-established screening instrument has separate test booklets and self-scoring answer sheets and a revised, enhanced technical and administrative manual.
TOSS is a valid instrument for evaluating both applicants for supervisory positions and those being considered for promotion to such positions.
Effective first-line supervision is one of the keys to creating and maintaining an effective organization. Understanding the roles and responsibilities of a first-line supervisor is an essential initial step to development of the skills and behaviors that characterize effective supervision. The Test of Supervisory Skills (TOSS) is a reliable and valid measure of the understanding that people have of these roles and responsibilities.
The basic rationale underlying the development of TOSS is that an individual who understands what constitutes good supervisory practices can discriminate between effective and ineffective practices and will be more likely to be an effective supervisor. On the other hand, persons lacking such understanding will be less likely to be an effective supervisor.
In the course of developing the TOSS seven factors--the essential components of supervisory behavior--emerged.
These factors, described in detail in the manual, are; management of performance quality, staffing and personnel actions, communications, interpersonal relations, problem analysis and resolution, project planning, and direct supervision. This test is suitable for both applicants for entry-level supervisory positions to determine their readiness and for more experienced individuals. For the latter group this test may be particularly useful for diagnostic and training purposes, to identify areas among the seven factors of strength and others needing additional development.
Note: Question Booklets and Answer Sheets sold separately.
Order here:
TOSS Question Booklets (reusable)-pack of 10
TOSS Answer Sheets - pack of 25
TOSS Technical and Administration Manual
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