NACE career readiness competencies
questions and answers with solutions
2025
Critical Thinking/Problem Solving - ANSWER Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions,
and overcome problems. The individual is able to obtain, interpret, and use knowledge, facts, and data in
this process, and may demonstrate originality and inventiveness.
Oral/Written Communications - ANSWER Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written
and oral forms to persons inside and outside of the organization. The individual has public speaking
skills; is able to express ideas to others; and can write/edit memos, letters, and complex technical
reports clearly and effectively.
Teamwork/Collaboration - ANSWER Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers
representing diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, religions, lifestyles, and viewpoints. The individual is
able to work within a team structure, and can negotiate and manage conflict.
Digital Technology - ANSWER Leverage existing digital technologies ethically and efficiently to solve
problems, complete tasks, and accomplish goals. The individual demonstrates effective adaptability to
new and emerging technologies.
Leadership - ANSWER Leverage the strengths of others to achieve common goals, and use interpersonal
skills to coach and develop others. The individual is able to assess and manage his/her emotions and
those of others; use empathetic skills to guide and motivate; and organize, prioritize, and delegate work.
Professionalism/Work Ethic - ANSWER Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits,
e.g., punctuality, working productively with others, and time workload management, and understand the
impact of non-verbal communication on professional work image. The individual demonstrates integrity
and ethical behavior, acts responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind, and is able to
learn from his/her mistakes.
Career Management - ANSWER Identify and articulate one's skills, strengths, knowledge, and
experiences relevant to the position desired and career goals, and identify areas necessary for
professional growth. The individual is able to navigate and explore job options, understands and can take
questions and answers with solutions
2025
Critical Thinking/Problem Solving - ANSWER Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions,
and overcome problems. The individual is able to obtain, interpret, and use knowledge, facts, and data in
this process, and may demonstrate originality and inventiveness.
Oral/Written Communications - ANSWER Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written
and oral forms to persons inside and outside of the organization. The individual has public speaking
skills; is able to express ideas to others; and can write/edit memos, letters, and complex technical
reports clearly and effectively.
Teamwork/Collaboration - ANSWER Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers
representing diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, religions, lifestyles, and viewpoints. The individual is
able to work within a team structure, and can negotiate and manage conflict.
Digital Technology - ANSWER Leverage existing digital technologies ethically and efficiently to solve
problems, complete tasks, and accomplish goals. The individual demonstrates effective adaptability to
new and emerging technologies.
Leadership - ANSWER Leverage the strengths of others to achieve common goals, and use interpersonal
skills to coach and develop others. The individual is able to assess and manage his/her emotions and
those of others; use empathetic skills to guide and motivate; and organize, prioritize, and delegate work.
Professionalism/Work Ethic - ANSWER Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits,
e.g., punctuality, working productively with others, and time workload management, and understand the
impact of non-verbal communication on professional work image. The individual demonstrates integrity
and ethical behavior, acts responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind, and is able to
learn from his/her mistakes.
Career Management - ANSWER Identify and articulate one's skills, strengths, knowledge, and
experiences relevant to the position desired and career goals, and identify areas necessary for
professional growth. The individual is able to navigate and explore job options, understands and can take
