A Deeper Look at How Your Team Wants to Be Appreciated
In-depth reporting, industry-specific language, and team insights that help leaders build more connected, engaged workplaces.
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480,000+
Professionals have completed the MBA Inventory®
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13 Industries
Available in 13 different versions
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15 Minutes
Fast, focused and easy to complete
Appreciation that works for organizations of every kind
Appreciation Isn’t Just Personal. It’s Organizational.
Most organizations understand that appreciation matters. The challenge is turning that belief into a consistent workplace practice.
The MBA Inventory® Expanded helps leaders move beyond individual results by providing deeper insights, industry-specific context, and practical tools that make appreciation easier to apply across teams, departments, and entire organizations.
- See where you stand Compare individual and team results against the general workforce.
- Speak the language of your field 13 industry-specific versions, so terminology fits the day-to-day reality of your people.
- Apply it organization-wide Team Action Reports give managers a shared view for open communication.
Everything in Basic, and a Lot More Depth
Population comparison
See how your results compare to the general workforce, in text and visual charts.
Your most valued action
Identify the single action that matters most to you, not just your general language.
What not to do
Specify how you don’t want to receive appreciation, in each of the five languages.
The nuance of physical touch
A deeper look at the role of Appropriate Physical Touch in workplace appreciation.
Applying the results
Resources to help you put the Five Languages to work in your organization.
13 industry-specific versions
So your strategy fits the actual demands of your field — healthcare, education, government, remote work, and more.
13 Industry-specific Versions.
Different industries face different challenges. Not sure which to pick? General Workplace works well for most organizations.
Three Steps, Start to Finish
Obtain a Product Code
Buy your code and complete the assessment online — about 15 minutes, start to finish.
Get your results
Your individualized report is ready immediately after you finish.
Put it to work
Share your language of appreciation with your manager or team, and start using it.
Appreciation That Lands Shows up in the Work.
When people feel genuinely valued, the effects ripple through communication, morale, and the bottom line.
- Better communication and less day-to-day conflict.
- Higher morale and lower, more predictable turnover.
- A stronger, healthier culture, and more productivity.
- Increased employee engagement.
Common Questions About Purchasing
How do I get a Group Report?
Once your team members have completed the assessment, the organization admin can generate the Group Report directly through the platform. The report provides an overview of each team member’s Primary, Secondary, and Least Valued Languages of Appreciation, along with their personalized action items.
Do team members see each other's results?
Individual profiles belong to the employee, but when completed as part of a team purchase, managers can generate a Team Action Report that displays everyone's primary and secondary languages to facilitate open team communication.
How often should I retake the MBA Inventory?
It's a good idea to retake the Inventory every 2–3 years, or whenever there's a significant change in your role, team structure, or work environment. This keeps appreciation efforts fresh and aligned with current preferences.
Will I receive my results immediately?
Yes, your personalized report is available as soon as you complete the assessment.
Can multiple teams participate?
Yes. Expanded is designed to support teams, departments, and organization-wide initiatives.
How is Basic different from Expanded?
Expanded includes everything in Basic, plus population comparison data, your single most valued action, deeper guidance on Appropriate Physical Touch, and industry-specific versions.
