Summary

Comprehensive personality inventory based on the Five-Factor Model (Big Five). Measures the five major dimensions Neuroticism, Extraversion, Openness to Experience, Agreeableness, and Conscientiousness, along with six facets per dimension (30 facets in total). Internationally one of the most thoroughly validated personality questionnaires.

Key Facts

Tool: NEO-PI-R

Provider: Hogrefe (German version: Ostendorf & Angleitner); PAR (Original: Costa & McCrae)

Type: Personality

Theoretical Basis: Five-Factor Model / Big Five (Costa & McCrae)

Duration: approx. 30–40 minutes

Target Group: Adults, Professionals and Executives

Languages: 50+ languages

Strengths

• Gold standard of Big Five assessment with extensive research base
• 30 facets enable a highly differentiated personality profile
• Internationally applicable with norms for many countries and cultures

Example Use Case

Situation: A company is looking for a senior leader and wants to systematically assess personality traits alongside professional qualifications.

Solution: The NEO-PI-R delivers a differentiated personality profile across 30 facets that can be used to evaluate the fit between person and role.

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