What is the Saville Wave Assessment?

The Saville Wave Test provides your potential employer with an extensive amount of information about you, and the results will determine not only whether your application is accepted but also how your employer perceives your leadership abilities, the most suitable role for you in the team, and many other factors. 

There are two versions of the Saville Wave Test, but the most common is the Wave Professional Styles.


Saville Wave Professional Styles

The Saville Wave Professional Styles - 216 items, takes approximately 40 minutes to complete

The test is only available online and sent by e-mail. It includes two types of questions:

  • Likert ScaleThe first type asks you to reply to statements using a 9-point scale ranging from “very strongly disagree” to “very strongly agree”. At this stage, you can respond as you see fit, with no restrictions so that you can reply to two statements with the same response.
  • Forced-Choice/Ipsative AssessmentThe second type asks you to rate the statements which were placed equally in the first round again to indicate which one describes or suits you better. This time you will be given four statements, and you will need to choose one that is "most like you" and another one that is "least like you". 

You can watch the Saville Assessments video for more information or scroll down to solve sample questions.


Saville Wave Professional Styles Sample Questions

 Likert Scale:

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 Forced-Choice:

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 How To Solve These Questions?

Our Saville Wave PrepPack includes full simulations and practice tests that simulate the actual exam's challenges. To help you understand how to approach this test correctly and solve all these questions, each practice test includes complete solutions. You will also have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the Saville Wave Assessment theory and its nuances through our study guides.

With our Saville Executive PrepPack, available for only £39, you can ensure you'll get the high score you deserve and fulfil your potential!

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 Saville Wave Test Tips

  • The Saville Wave is an online questionnaire that is usually sent to the applicant's home. Take all the time you need to complete the questionnaire carefully and calmly.
  • The questionnaire provides the employer with a considerable amount of information that could have an impact beyond the current process and even determine future promotions. Therefore, pay careful attention to each question before answering.
  • When you fill in the questionnaire, pay close attention to the phrasing of the statements to determine whether they indicate Motive or Talent. Try to minimise the gaps between Motive and Talent questions in the same facet.

Saville Assessment Oasys Platform

As a candidate preparing to take your Saville Wave Test, the system you will need to use is the Saville assessment Oasys platform. The Oasys platform is a user-friendly and reliable online assessment platform, where you will be able to update your personal info, read guidelines, take your Saville assessment, and access your reports. 

Click here to read more about the Saville assessment Oasys platform. 


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