Competencies assessment using fuzzy logic

• Main Author: Matej Jevšček
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Faculty of Organisation Studies, Novo Mesto 2016-06-01
• Series: Revija za Univerzalno Odličnost
• Subjects: competency; competencies; assessment; evaluation; fuzzy logic
• Online Access: http://www.fos.unm.si/media/pdf/RUO/2016-5-2/RUO_054_clanek_Competencies_assessment_using_fuzzy_logic_prejeto_2016_05_09_popravki_2016_05_13_koncen_za_objavo_dodatek.pdf

Research Question: Competencies evaluation is complex. The question is how to evaluate a competency which was assessed with 360° feedback, in one result using fuzzy logic tools so the result represents an actual competency development in an individual. Purpose: The purpose and goal of the study is to determine a possible process of competency evaluation that would enable creating a single competency assessment using fuzzy logic methods. Method: The theoretical part examines the current state and terminology of competencies and fuzzy logic. The empirical part consists of a quantitative research study. Data from the survey questionnaire was used for model testing. Results: An example of an »Initiative« competency evaluation model is created and tested in the research study. Testing confirmed that evaluation using fuzzy logic is efficient. Organization: The study directly affects the development of the HR function in organizations. It enables an easier and more oriented competency evaluation. Society: The study enables easier orientation in competencies development that can improve the social order as well as social responsibility and the environment indirectly. Originality: The study presents a new competency evaluation model using fuzzy logic. Limitations/Future Research: The study is restricted to one competency and certain assessors. Further research could explore the model with several assessors of the same rank.