I personally perfer upper management because I tend to look at things in a big picture and for long term processes and I agree with @dag56 and @scott that to be a upper manager, you should have to have certain experience in middle management. Also, I have read the article that @kak33 posted and actually agree with the opinion stated in the article that “while there is some logic to having a distinctive competency model for every level in an organization, this appears to not be necessary. As long as you are measuring “Developing Strategic Perspective” you simply need to expect top executives to get higher scores on that competency.” I believe all level of management should have various competencies: the ability to inspire and motivate others. the drive for results, work ethics, integrity & honesty…