1.4.2 Recruitment and selection

Question 1

recruitement definition

Answer 1

process of identifyying vacancy, attracting applicatns and encouraging right candidates to apply

Question 2

selection definiton

Answer 2

process of choosing the best condidate from those who have applied

Question 3

recruitement process

Answer 3

identify vacancy, job anaylsis, job description, person specification, ad the vacancy

Question 4

selcetion methods

Answer 4

application forms, interviewam assesments, work trials, psychometric tests

Question 5

internal recruitement

Answer 5

when a business fills a vacancy by promoting or transferring an existing employee.
✅ Advantages

Cost-effective – Saves on advertising and recruitment agency fees.
Faster process – No need for lengthy onboarding.
Motivates employees – Encourages career progression.
Candidate is already familiar with the company – Reduces training time.

❌ Disadvantages

Limits fresh ideas – No new perspectives from outside.
Creates another vacancy – The promoted employee’s role now needs filling.
Possible resentment – Other employees may feel overlooked.
Limited talent pool – Only existing employees can apply

Question 6

external recruitement

Answer 6

External recruitment is when a business hires someone from outside the company.
✅ Advantages

Brings new skills and perspectives – Fresh ideas can improve innovation.
Larger talent pool – Access to a wider range of candidates.
Reduces internal conflicts – No competition among existing staff.
Can improve company reputation – Attracts skilled professionals.

❌ Disadvantages

More expensive – Costs include advertising, recruitment agencies, and interviews.
Longer hiring process – Screening, interviewing, and onboarding take time.
Higher risk – The new hire might not fit the company culture.
Existing employees may feel demotivated – They might see fewer growth opportunities.

Question 7

costs of recruitement and selection and training