1.2 What to select for? Competency:underlying characteristic Of an individual that is causally related to Superior performance in a job or situation. ©2004 by UIBE Liuyuxin 5-10© 2004 by UIBE Liuyuxin 5-10 1.2 What to select for? Competency: underlying characteristic Of an individual that is causally related to Superior performance in a job or situation