competency threshold
[/kəmˈpɪtənsi ˈθreʃhoʊld/]
nounpl: competency thresholds
limite de competência
1. The minimum level of knowledge, skills, or abilities required to perform a specific job or task effectively
Employees must meet the competency threshold in project management before being promoted to senior roles.
Os funcionários devem atingir o limite de competência em gerenciamento de projetos antes de serem promovidos para cargos sênior.
2. A benchmark or standard that defines acceptable performance in a particular competency area
The organization established a competency threshold for customer service skills at level 3 on the 5-point scale.
A organização estabeleceu um limite de competência para habilidades de atendimento ao cliente no nível 3 em uma escala de 5 pontos.
3. The critical point below which an individual lacks sufficient capability to perform required duties
Candidates who fall below the competency threshold will not advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Os candidatos que ficarem abaixo do limite de competência não avançarão para a próxima fase do processo de seleção.
This term is widely used in Brazilian and American corporate environments, particularly in Human Resources, organizational development, and training contexts. In Brazil, it became increasingly prevalent with the adoption of competency-based management models since the 2000s. In the USA, it's a standard term in performance management and talent development discussions.
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