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Business Intelligence Analyst assessment

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A CLEARER VIEW OF THEIR SKILLS

More than one score.

72%
SQL82%
Power BI74%
Numerical Reasoning68%
Microsoft Excel64%
Data Analysis Case Study78%

Compare strengths. Explore the detail. Ask better questions.

Illustrative results · Fictional candidate

WHAT THE ASSESSMENT EXPLORES

A clearer view of data and analytical skills.

The Business Intelligence Analyst template combines SQL, Power BI, Numerical Reasoning, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis Case Study. Review the selection against the work your vacancy involves.

5tests60minutes73questions in total

01 · 20 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES

SQL

Checks whether candidates can write the queries the job needs, not just read them.

  • Queries & filtering
  • Joins & relationships
  • Working with databases

02 · 15 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES

Power BI

Checks whether candidates can model data and build a report other people can use.

  • Data preparation
  • Data models
  • Reports & visualisations

03 · 10 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES

Numerical Reasoning

Shows how candidates read figures, tables and percentages, and what they conclude from them.

  • Tables & charts
  • Percentages & ratios
  • Interpreting figures

04 · 18 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES

Microsoft Excel

Checks the spreadsheet work the job actually needs, from formulas and lookups to clean analysis.

  • Formulas & functions
  • Working with data
  • Tables & charts

05 · 10 QUESTIONS · 20 MINUTES

Data Analysis Case Study

Shows whether candidates can read a short data report, work out the figures and draw sound conclusions.

  • Reading data
  • Calculations
  • Trends and outliers

A COMPLETE SKILLS PICTURE

One assessment. Different strengths.

Explore data accuracy, analysis and clear conclusions.

You receive a result for each included test: SQL, Power BI, Numerical Reasoning, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis Case Study. Compare the relevant areas separately and use a follow-up task based on checking a data extract before sharing an analysis.

Keep the recommended selection or adjust it before inviting candidates.

A MULTILINGUAL TEST SUITE

English, plus 13 languages.

Assess candidates in the language they work in.

  • English
  • Chinese (simplified)
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Thai
  • Vietnamese
  • Indonesian
  • French
  • German
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Arabic

Languages across our wider suite. Availability varies by test and level; check each test when preparing your assessment.

TRY AN EXAMPLE QUESTION

Try an example question.

This Numerical Reasoning example is set in the work of a Business Intelligence Analyst: checking a data extract before sharing an analysis. Use it to talk through a candidate's reasoning alongside their results.

Business Intelligence Analyst: checking a data extract before sharing an analysisWorkplace example

The target is 13 minutes per validation check. Today's 4 validation checks took 60 minutes in total.

Validation checksMinutes in total
460
What was the average time per validation check?

An example of the question format, separate from a candidate assessment.

A PRACTICAL GUIDE

Using the Business Intelligence Analyst assessment.

What does the full assessment tell you?

This template combines multiple-choice questions in SQL, Power BI, Numerical Reasoning, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis Case Study. It brings together evidence about data accuracy, analysis and clear conclusions, giving you areas to explore when checking a data extract before sharing an analysis.

How can you use the results?

Review each result against your vacancy’s responsibilities. Use a short task based on checking a data extract before sharing an analysis to explore practical application. Ask them to explain their checks, their method and what the figures do and do not establish.

Which results matter for your vacancy?

  • SQLAsk how they would filter records, join related tables and verify a query result.
  • Power BIAsk them to explain a data model, report choice and checks on the underlying figures.
  • Numerical ReasoningAsk them to interpret a table, calculate a rate and explain what the figures imply.
  • Microsoft ExcelDiscuss formulas, cell references and checks in a small spreadsheet.
  • Data Analysis Case StudyUse a short Data Analysis Case Study work sample to explore how they apply reading data and calculations.

SEE THE RESULTS FOR YOURSELF

See the person behind the score.

Explore a complete sample report, from test results and candidate comparisons to focused interview questions.

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BEFORE YOU START

Your questions, answered.

Can I tailor this assessment to my Business Intelligence Analyst vacancy?

Yes. Start with SQL, Power BI, Numerical Reasoning, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis Case Study, then keep the tests that match your responsibilities. For example, use SQL to explore queries & filtering. You can add or remove tests before inviting candidates.

Does this assess practical Business Intelligence Analyst work?

Candidates answer multiple-choice questions in SQL, Power BI, Numerical Reasoning, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis Case Study online. They do not complete your day-to-day work inside your own systems. Add a short work sample based on checking a data extract before sharing an analysis to explore application alongside the test results.

Why is SQL included?

Checks whether candidates can write the queries the job needs, not just read them. Ask how they would filter records, join related tables and verify a query result. Review whether this area reflects the responsibilities of your vacancy before retaining it.

How long does this Business Intelligence Analyst assessment take?

The recommended selection contains 5 tests and allows 60 minutes across its timed tests. Adding or removing tests, or adjusting time allowances, can change the total.

Will I see a separate result for each test?

Yes. Review SQL, Power BI, Numerical Reasoning, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis Case Study separately so a strength in one area does not hide a gap in another. Use the detail to focus interviews and relevant work samples. View the sample report.

Can I try this assessment with real candidates for free?

After signup, your Business Intelligence Analyst selection is prepared for review. Adjust it, invite candidates and see your first 5 candidate results free. No credit card is required. See pricing for further results.

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