SHRM FOUNDATION’S EFFECTIVE

PRACTICE

GUIDELINES

Selection Assessment Methods
A guide to implementing formal assessments to build a high-quality workforce

Elaine D. Pulakos

SHRM FOUNDATION’S EFFECTIVE

PRACTICE

GUIDELINES

Selection Assessment Methods
A guide to implementing formal assessments to build a high-quality workforce

Elaine D. Pulakos

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