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The Bain Sova Test is an aptitude test for applicants to Bain & CompanyIt consists of the 4 areas verbal reasoning, numerical reasoning, logical reasoning and personality with about 15 questions per area. There is no time limit, but the time you need for the test is recorded. 1. verbal reasoningIn the verbal reasoning section of the Sova Test, you have to solve and answer multiple-choice questions. The goal is to decide whether the statement is true or false based on the information given in the text. Another possibility is that there is no accurate statement. Accordingly, you need to be able to analyze complicated written information in order to interpret it in the next step.2. numerical reasoningAfter the verbal reasoning part, we continue with numerical reasoning. This part aims to test your mathematical skills. You will have to interpret data presented in graphs and tables. This section tests the applicants' ability to work with quantitative data.3. logical reasoningThe third part of the test consists of completing a logical sequence of shapes by recognizing the pattern of the sequence. This is intended to assess the applicant's ability to deal with abstract concepts and unknown information. It also allows the interviewer to test your ability to solve complex problems through logical reasoning.4. personalityThe last part of the Sova test is the personality test. This is a series of statements that tell the interviewer about your behavior and demeanor towards colleagues in the workplace. Personality traits that are often tested are problem-solving, decision-making, motivation, flexibility, communication, etc. There are 2 types of personality tests. One is the traditional personality test, where you have to read a number of sentences and decide afterward how true or untrue they are for you. You are rated with Least Like Me, Little Like Me, Neutral, Somewhat Like Me and Most Like Me. On the other hand, there is the personality test, in which you have to evaluate a situation. For example, you are shown a video or statement related to your work situation, for which you have to rate statements from Last Favorable to Most Favorable.The Sova Test offers consulting companies many advantagesFirst, it enables a comprehensive assessment of the company and its position in the market environment. On the other hand, the test identifies concrete recommendations for improvements and optimizations in case interviews, which the company can implement. It can also be used to make strategic decisions and plan the long-term direction of the company.The test aims to assess an applicant's analytical skills, reasoning ability, and critical thinking skillsSome of the specific skills that may be tested are:Quantitative Skills: the ability to solve mathematical problems, analyze data, and draw conclusions from quantitative information.Analytical Skills: the ability to analyze complex situations, identify problems, and develop solutions.Logical Reasoning Skills: the ability to draw logical conclusions and recognize patterns.Critical Thinking Skills: the ability to analyze, evaluate, and interpret information to make informed decisions.Time Management: the ability to work effectively under time pressure and set priorities.Communication Skills: the ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely.Teamwork Skills: the ability to work in a team and collaborate effectively with others.It is important to note, however, that the exact content and focus of the test may vary by Bain & Company depending on the position and job profile.

The test is popularly used in case interviews. It consists of a series of games and exercises designed to measure certain psychological traits and skills, such as cognitive ability, emotional intelligence, risk-taking, adaptability, assertiveness and more. The Pymetrics platform uses machine learning to analyze your responses and performance in games to create a comprehensive assessment of your skills and traits. It represents a new way for large companies, such as BCG, Bain, and Roland Berger, to evaluate and screen their applicants.The test is game-based and contains elements to test specific skills or traitsMany large companies have incorporated a game element into their application process in recent years. This trend is expected to continue. Pymetrics game-based assessment is an unbiased, scalable way for them to reduce their candidate pool to a manageable number.The test consists of two parts:Assessment Games: in this part, a series of games or exercises are presented, each lasting approximately 2-5 minutes. These games are designed to measure behaviors that are relevant to specific jobs or positions. For example, one game might aim to measure your ability to react quickly to changing circumstances, while another measures your ability to complete tasks quickly and accurately.Survey Questions: In this section, you will be asked a series of questions aimed at measuring your attitudes and preferences. These questions cover a variety of skills, such as your ability to work under stress, as well as your motivation and attitude toward risk.The results of the test are then passed on to the employer or HR department to help them make a better decision about whether you are suitable for the advertised position.*box-open* You want to take your case preparation to the next level? With our CoachingPlus Packages you practice case interviews with an MBB coach and are optimally prepared for your consulting interview. *box-close*The games differ in the tasks that candidates have to solveExamples of the tasks included are:You are shown sequences of shapes of different sizes and colors on the screen, and you must tap the screen when certain shapes appearYou are shown a pattern on the screen, and you have to move the available characters so that they represent the pattern in as few moves as possibleRecognize the emotion of a cartoon character based on his facial expression and/or a short sentence from the contextRecognize simple irregularities in patterns and tap the screen when they appearRemember sequences of shapes and/or numbers after they are shown on the screen in sequenceThe Pymetrics Game can be taken on a smartphone or desktop and is similar to many other puzzle appsYou can solve all the games with simple buttons or by tapping the screen in time. The Pymetrics Games create the same pressure and nervousness as a number sense test because the scenarios are so new, a certain amount of math is required, and there is some time pressure. They are very intuitive, so you don't have to worry about not understanding them or finding your way around the app. As long as you have a smartphone and are familiar with downloading and opening an app, you can complete the Pymetrics game assessment.*box-open* You want to take your case preparation to the next level? With our CoachingPlus Packages you practice case interviews with an MBB coach and are optimally prepared for your consulting interview. *box-close*A wide variety of personality traits are testedThe Pymetrics Game Assessments create a picture of the applicant based on 9 personality traits in 12/16 games:Risk ToleranceAttentionEffortFairnessDecision makingLearningEmotionsGenerosityFocusMany companies only use 12 games in their assessment and therefore only test the 9 personality traits.Pymetrics also tests your technical skills, among othersPymetrics offers an additional 4 games to test two technical skills:Numerical DexterityQuantitative ReasoningThere is no one-to-one mapping of the games to the individual traits tested. The results of several games are used to create the candidate profile.