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MMoL 360 Assessment

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WHAT IS THE MICHIGAN MODEL OF LEADERSHIP 360 ASSESSMENT (MMoL 360)?

OVERVIEW

The Michigan Model of Leadership 360 Assessment is a research-backed assessment tool available to Michigan Ross students. Facilitated by the Sanger Leadership Center, this tool gives you a 360-degree view of your leadership through the lens of the Michigan Model of Leadership (MMoL), a framework developed at the University of Michigan that has influenced how organizations and leaders develop around the world.

Taking the Michigan Model of Leadership 360 is the starting point of your unique leadership journey during your time at Ross. If you are eligible to participate in the assessment, you will receive additional information from your program office before orientation.

For a deep dive on the assessment, please watch this video featuring Michigan Ross Professor Maxim Stych.

Uncover Your Leadership Skills Competencies

When properly debriefed and implemented, a 360-degree assessment feedback leads to substantial results in improving interpersonal skills, team collaboration effectiveness, and better decision-making capabilities, the core leadership skills recruiters seek.

Higher Organizational Performance

Leaders with high self-awareness, meaning their self-ratings closely match others’ ratings, are 36% more likely to achieve above-average organizational performance outcomes.

Uncovering Blind Spots

Michigan Ross research indicates that approximately 45% of the 360-degree feedback a leader receives is unexpected. This surprising data is the most valuable for students as it highlights critical blind spots that can undermine early career success.

THE 360

WHY TAKE THE MICHIGAN MODEL OF LEADERSHIP 360 ASSESSMENT?

Unlocking your leadership potential starts with self-awareness and the perspectives of those around you. The MMoL 360 offers a unique opportunity to receive honest, holistic feedback from colleagues, peers, and supervisors in a confidential format. You also have the opportunity to rate yourself.

If you are not a Ross student, you are able to take the self-assessment.

WHAT SKILLS ARE MEASURED?

The MMoL 360 is grounded in the Michigan Model of Leadership, which provides a framework of four quadrants: Collaborate, Innovate, Provide Structure, and Drive Results. Within these quadrants, the assessment measures six skills.

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

For Students

Who is the assessment available to?

The MMoL 360 is available to all incoming MBA and One-Year Master’s students, with a mini-version offered to BBA students. Executive MBA participants complete their assessment through their program office. Students will have access to this tool before orientation.

What is the timeline for taking the assessment?

The MMoL 360 is typically administered during the early stages of enrollment in a Ross degree program. Students receive communication from the Sanger Leadership Center with dates for opening and closing the assessment, as well as deadlines for each step of the assessment.

Who should I ask to be an evaluator?

Choose people who know you well in a work, academic, and/or team context (e.g., peers/classmates, team members, supervisors/managers, direct reports), and others who have seen you in action on projects, case studies, or organizations. Diversified feedback strengthens your leadership profile and provides richer, more actionable insights.

How will I receive my report?

You’ll receive a comprehensive, confidential report summarizing both quantitative (e.g., scores) and qualitative (written comments) feedback. Distribution is via email or by accessing the 360 platform.

Will other people be able to access my results?

No. Your report is confidential and for your use only. Results are not shared with those you asked for feedback, faculty, or peers. All evaluator feedback is anonymized before you see it.

For Evaluators

What is my role as an evaluator?

Your role is to provide honest, specific feedback about the participant’s leadership behaviors, strengths, and areas for growth, based on your firsthand experience working or collaborating with them. Your input will help them to develop greater self-awareness and plan for positive change.

Is my participation mandatory?

No, your participation is voluntary. However, your feedback is a valuable contribution to the participant’s leadership learning.

Will feedback impact the student’s evaluation or admission at Michigan Ross?

No. Feedback will in no way impact the student’s grades or admissions decisions. Honest feedback is important and appreciated as part of the leadership development process.

What type of feedback do I provide?

You will respond to a combination of quantitative questions (rating leadership behaviors) and qualitative prompts (open-ended comments about strengths and areas for growth). Focus on timely, relevant observations and examples.

What is constructive feedback in a 360 context? How should I approach giving critical feedback?

Constructive feedback is:

  • Specific: Focus on observed behaviors and results, not personality (“I noticed in meetings you…”).
  • Balanced: Acknowledge strengths and offer suggestions for improvement.
  • Respectful: Share feedback you would find helpful yourself.

Example (Constructive):
“In team settings, you encourage everyone to participate, which helps us generate new ideas. I’ve noticed sometimes conversations run long. Setting clearer time boundaries could help keep our meetings on track.”

Why is specificity important?

Vague comments (“good leader”) are less useful than behavior-based feedback (“effectively resolved conflict between team members when tensions ran high during a project”). Specificity increases the actionability of the feedback.

Will my feedback be anonymous?

Yes. All feedback is aggregated, and your name will not be linked to specific ratings or comments in the participant’s report. This encourages honesty and protects your privacy.

How much time will I need to spend?

Typically, reviewing and submitting your responses will take about 10 – 20 minutes.

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