Summary

MAP is a work-contextualized Big Five personality assessment measuring 5 traits and 25 facets to predict job-relevant behaviors. Leading assessment in Nordic region with global expansion. MAP 3.0 (2025) major revision.

Key Facts

Provider: Assessio

Type/Category: Personality Assessment (Big Five)

Duration: 20-40 min (Full MAP), 15 min (Essence)

Target Group: Adults 18+ (all job levels)

Languages: See Assessio Help Center

Strengths

• Work-contextualized Big Five (enhanced face validity)
• 25 facets for detailed profiling (8 items each)
• Strong psychometric properties (alpha .70-.86)
• Large global norms (Essence: 20K+, 162 nationalities)
• Low adverse impact (documented)
• Two versions: Full (200 items) + Essence (75 items)

Example Use Case

Situation: Personnel selection with development feedback

Solution: Trait + facet profile for selection decisions plus detailed feedback for onboarding/development planning.

More use cases available in the Use Case Library