"The results of the research encourage me to believe that the use of an SAT-type test could complement achievement tests such as A-levels and could broaden intake to British universities without lowering standards, " he said.

BBC: Study backs talent-spotting tests

But there is also a more personal aspect: A range of pre-program psychometric tests to assess what type of leader each participant is, and how they can improve.

CNN: How business schools can produce better leaders