| Field Qualifications | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| Based on master’s-level qualifications, the ability to develop and deepen current and advanced knowledge in the field through original thinking and/or research at an expert level, and to arrive at original definitions that will bring innovation to the field. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| The ability to understand the interdisciplinary interactions within one’s field; the ability to reach original conclusions by applying specialized knowledge to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate new and complex ideas. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| The ability to evaluate and apply new information in the field using a systematic approach. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| The ability to introduce innovation into a field by developing a new idea, method, design, and/or application; or to apply a known idea, method, design, and/or application to a different field; and the ability to research, comprehend, design, adapt, and implement an original topic. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| The ability to critically analyze, synthesize, and evaluate new and complex ideas. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Having acquired advanced skills in applying research methods in studies related to the field. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| The ability to contribute to progress in one’s field by independently conducting original research that introduces innovation, develops new ideas, methods, designs, and/or applications, or applies known ideas, methods, designs, and/or applications to a different field. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| The ability to expand the boundaries of knowledge in their field by publishing at least one scientific article in national and/or international peer-reviewed journals and/or by creating or interpreting an original work. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| The ability to lead in environments that require the resolution of unique and interdisciplinary challenges. | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| The ability to develop new ideas and methods in their field by utilizing higher-order cognitive processes such as creative and critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making. | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| The ability to critically examine social relationships and the norms that govern them, to develop them, and to manage actions aimed at changing them when necessary. | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| The ability to articulate original perspectives when discussing topics in one’s field with experts and to communicate effectively in a way that demonstrates one’s expertise in the field. | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| The ability to engage in advanced written, oral, and visual communication and participate in discussions in a foreign language at a level equivalent to at least C1 (Proficient User) on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| By promoting scientific, technological, social, or cultural advancements in their field, they can contribute to their community’s transition to an information society and its ability to sustain that status. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| The ability to establish functional interactions by utilizing strategic decision-making processes to resolve issues encountered in the field. | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Contributing to the resolution of social, scientific, cultural, and ethical issues encountered in the field and supporting the development of these values. | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |