What is a "bilan de competences"?

This paper seeks to define the "bilan de competences" (competences report). Its stages are indicated. Then the theoretical model of "analytical empris e" is used to show the processes induced: taking personal information, givi ng results in return and having an action on oneself by analysis. Three con ditions to access to self-analysis of one's competences are reviewed : the place of subject, the role of counsellor, and the way to conceive of method s. Success lies in the analysis rather than in the simple self-evaluation o f competences. The system induces not only an external observation but prod uces a new competence : knowing how to analyse one's competences.