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Business Systems Analyst assessment

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A CLEARER VIEW OF THEIR SKILLS

More than one score.

72%
Logical Reasoning82%
SQL74%
Problem Solving68%
Error Checking64%

Compare strengths. Explore the detail. Ask better questions.

Illustrative results · Fictional candidate

WHAT THE ASSESSMENT EXPLORES

A clearer view of IT skills.

The Business Systems Analyst template combines Logical Reasoning, SQL, Problem Solving, Error Checking. Review the selection against the work your vacancy involves.

4tests40minutes66questions in total

01 · 10 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES

Logical Reasoning

Shows how candidates reason through unfamiliar problems without prior knowledge.

  • Recognising relationships
  • Evaluating information
  • Drawing conclusions

02 · 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

03 · 8 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES

Problem Solving

Shows how candidates break down a workplace problem and choose between options.

  • Understanding problems
  • Considering solutions
  • Choosing a response

04 · 28 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES

Error Checking

Shows whether candidates spot mistakes in detailed information under time pressure.

  • Comparing records
  • Spotting discrepancies
  • Accuracy with information

A COMPLETE SKILLS PICTURE

One assessment. Different strengths.

Explore technical knowledge, troubleshooting and reliable systems.

You receive a result for each included test: Logical Reasoning, SQL, Problem Solving, Error Checking. Compare the relevant areas separately and use a follow-up task based on reviewing a service change before a planned release.

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 Error Checking example is set in the work of a Business Systems Analyst: reviewing a service change before a planned release. Use it to talk through a candidate's reasoning alongside their results.

Business Systems Analyst: reviewing a service change before a planned releaseWorkplace example

While reviewing a service change before a planned release, you proofread a server record that was typed up from the approved version. All four fields must match exactly.

FieldApproved recordCopied entry
Ticket numberBB-4834BB-4843
Quantity3737
Location codeHR-334HR-334
Slot15:3015:30
Which field needs correcting before the record is confirmed?

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

A PRACTICAL GUIDE

Using the Business Systems Analyst assessment.

What does the full assessment tell you?

This template combines multiple-choice questions in Logical Reasoning, SQL, Error Checking; workplace situations in Problem Solving. It brings together evidence about technical knowledge, troubleshooting and reliable systems, giving you areas to explore when reviewing a service change before a planned release.

How can you use the results?

Review each result against your vacancy’s responsibilities. Use a short task based on reviewing a service change before a planned release to explore practical application. Ask how they would diagnose the issue, verify a proposed fix and recover if it failed.

Which results matter for your vacancy?

  • Logical ReasoningAsk them to explain the relationships and assumptions behind a conclusion.
  • SQLAsk how they would filter records, join related tables and verify a query result.
  • Problem SolvingAsk them to break down a problem, compare options and explain their next step.
  • Error CheckingCheck matching identifiers, amounts and dates before records are shared.

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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Skills breakdownCandidate comparisonInterview prompts

BEFORE YOU START

Your questions, answered.

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

Yes. Start with Logical Reasoning, SQL, Problem Solving, Error Checking, then keep the tests that match your responsibilities. For example, use Logical Reasoning to explore recognising relationships. You can add or remove tests before inviting candidates.

Does this assess practical Business Systems Analyst work?

Candidates answer multiple-choice questions in Logical Reasoning, SQL, Error Checking; workplace situations in Problem Solving online. They do not complete your day-to-day work inside your own systems. Add a short work sample based on reviewing a service change before a planned release to explore application alongside the test results.

Why is Logical Reasoning included?

Shows how candidates reason through unfamiliar problems without prior knowledge. Ask them to explain the relationships and assumptions behind a conclusion. Review whether this area reflects the responsibilities of your vacancy before retaining it.

How long does this Business Systems Analyst assessment take?

The recommended selection contains 4 tests and allows 40 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 Logical Reasoning, SQL, Problem Solving, Error Checking 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 Systems 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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