Leadership Assessment
Better Data. Better Leaders.
At DDI, we’re all about the science of leadership. And we believe that objective data is the key to great leadership. Our competency-based, award-winning leadership assessments give you the confidence to make informed decisions about developing and preparing leaders for today and tomorrow.
Our assessments help you:
- Create personalized development plans.
- Reduce bias in promotion decisions.
- Accurately predict job performance.
- Gain a holistic view of leaders’ skills and readiness for future roles.
By The Numbers
Leaders Want High-Quality Assessments
With increasing complexity and pace of change, leaders need clear guidance to grow quickly.
20
of Leaders
Only 20% of leaders say they receive high-quality assessments.
Global Leadership Forecast 2025
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Preferred Tools
Leaders rank "assessments to inform development" one of their three preferred tools for growth.
Global Leadership Forecast 2025
86
Of Leaders
After completing DDI assessment and development programs, 86% were more engaged as a leader in their organization.
DDI Impact Evaluation Data
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Assessments Prepare Leaders for What's Next
Build better leaders at every level with assessments designed to address their unique needs.
Have a Question?
Frequently Asked Questions About Leadership Assessment
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How do I use leadership assessments to pick better leaders?
Leadership assessments give you the data you need to make fair, accurate talent decisions. These tools show you exactly which skills your leaders have and where they can grow, making it easier to plan for your company's future leadership needs. Through objective insights, you can spot high-potential talent and build a stronger leadership pipeline.
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What makes DDI’s leadership assessments stand out from other options?
With more than 50 years of research, DDI’s assessments are built on behavioral science to create accurate, engaging, and insightful experiences. We offer a full range of tools, from self-assessments and 360s to realistic simulations and knowledge-based evaluations. Our objective assessments reveal what leaders can actually do, not just what they think or how others perceive them. We tailor each one to your strategy and leaders’ needs to fuel measurable behavior change and support confident talent decisions.
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How can I use assessments to improve leadership development?
Use leadership assessments to accelerate growth through personalized, targeted development. DDI’s assessments reveal deep insights about a leader’s strengths and gaps, helping focus development where it will have the most impact. With clear, competency-based data, you can fast-track behavior change, boost engagement, and improve performance across your leadership pipeline.
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How can I connect assessment results to leadership development plans?
Assessments are powerful tools when the results directly inform development plans. For example, DDI’s Leadership Skills Insights℠ assessment helps leaders identify their strengths and growth areas, providing a clear starting point for personalized development plans. Leaders receive private, individual results they can trust, while HR teams get group data that uncovers trends and skill gaps across the organization—helping connect development efforts to real needs.
