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Description
The Executive Leadership Assessment (ELA) is a unique video-based situational judgment test that measures 15 essential leadership competencies held by the top C-suite CPAs and directly linked to leadership KPIs. This simulation provides a qualitative, objective assessment of strengths, weaknesses, and leadership style.
The ELA was crafted by a team of industrial-organizational psychology experts, grounded in extensive leadership science, and has undergone rigorous validity and reliability studies and continues to be monitored for accuracy and bias.
- Custom-built CPA Executive benchmark: The ELA compares you only to the top executive CPAs. Your unique skillset and training is evaluated against 15 specific core competencies held by the top executive CPAs.
- Detailed, Qualitative and Objective Insights: Learn your leadership style and create a roadmap to foster your strengths and address areas for development through recommended PD courses for each core competency.
- Exclusive CPA Ontario Member Pricing: Get the Executive Benchmark Assessment for only $699. Plus, help close the gaps between you and the C-suite with 20% off five PD courses (exclusions apply).
Powered by System-3
System-3 was established with the goal of more accurately predicting the success of current and emerging talent. This is accomplished by focusing on measuring the unbiased, core leadership competencies required in todays and tomorrow’s world and the capacity to apply them.
Developed by Industrial-Organizational Psychologists and supported by unbiased, predictive data, the System-3 assessment measures complex decision-making and provides an accurate and objective analysis of leadership talent.
"It's very difficult to get data on what areas you have to develop. The assessment does exactly that. It helps you understand what you're good at and what areas you have to develop. And shouldn't be taken in offense. It should be taken as, "Okay, now I know where I have to develop so I can continue my path in the direction of the career I want as a C-suite. “
- Yousry Bissada, CPA, CGA | President & CEO, Home Trust Company
Close the Gap to the C-suite - PD Discount Offer
CPA Ontario is committed to supporting our members’ development and helping to create the next generation of executive leaders. Take advantage of 20% off five professional development courses, seminars and certificates until the end of 2025.
Get in touch with a Professional Development Concierge for personalized advice on which PD courses will best address your areas for growth and unlock your leadership potential: pdconcierge@cpaontario.ca.
Note: 20% off promo codes are not stackable with group discount and cannot be combined with other promotions, including purchase of a 2024 Personal Passport.
Exclusions: All Bundles (Pre-selected & Customizable), and Select Certificates (Ivey Leadership Certification for CPAs, The CPA Ontario Tax Immersion Program, CFO Program: Leading the Finance Function of the Future, The Advanced Controllership Program, Certificate in Master Controllership, Innovation Leadership Accelerator).
Key Takeaways
Upon completion of the Executive Leadership Assessment, participants will:
- Receive detailed report with precise insights on decision-making process and leadership style;
- Understand their strengths and areas for growth;
- Have a clear picture of how they perform in comparison to top C-suite executive CPAs backed by objective data;
- Build a roadmap to bridge the gaps leading to the C-suite.
Who Will Benefit
This assessment is for growth-oriented CPAs who are looking to take the next step in their career with clear, data-driven and actionable insights.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| Who should take the Executive Leadership Assessment? |
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| The Executive Leadership Assessment is for any CPA who is looking for a clear path to ascend in their career. You will receive an assessment that benchmarks you against the top C-suite CPAs and identifies areas of strength as well as areas for growth. You can specifically target core competencies through CPA Ontario PD courses. |
| Why should I take the Executive Leadership Assessment? |
| Unlike other professional assessments that typically provide insight into your personality traits, the Executive Leadership Assessment, powered by System-3, measures your behaviour in a variety of scenarios and provides an objective, predictive and unbiased assessment of your leadership style. Your assessment results are then benchmarked against the top C-suite CPAs so you can get a clear picture of where you stand compared to top professionals. |
| How will the Executive Leadership Assessment help me in my career? |
| The Executive Leadership Assessment compares you to a custom benchmark of C-suite CPAs so your unique skills and capabilities are only compared to those who share a similar background and education so you know your results show precisely where you need to focus your professional development to reach the top tier in your career. |
| How do I get my results? |
| Upon completing the assessment, you will receive an email directly from System-3 with instructions on how to access your Participant Report. |
| Does CPA Ontario see my results? |
| No. Your results are 100% confidential. Please see System-3’s privacy policy for more information. |
| How do I leverage the Executive Leadership Assessment? |
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Your assessment results can be leveraged in several ways:
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| I’m interested in offering the Executive Leadership Assessment to all CPAs in my organization. How can I purchase multiple assessments? |
| For more information on purchasing multiple assessments please reach out to cpao-pd@cpaontario.ca. |
Disclaimer
The views expressed with System-3 are non-authoritative and have not been formally endorsed by CPA Ontario and do not reflect the views of CPA Ontario.
As part of the registration process and to give you access to the System-3 Assessment, your email and name are shared with System-3. In addition, you have the option of providing other personal information to them in order to assist them in improving their tool and benchmarks. Participation on these optional surveys does not affect the results of your assessment. By registering and participating in the assessment, the participant agrees to the System-3 Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
How to Access and Complete Your Executive Leadership Assessment
- You will receive a link to complete the video simulation via email within 3 business days of registration. Please complete your assessment within the next 14 days or your link will expire.
- Please note the simulation will only work on a laptop or desktop. It will not work on a tablet or mobile device.
- You will receive your Executive Leadership Assessment report within 2 business days of completing the simulation.
About System-3
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