1.4.2 Recruitment, Selection and Training Flashcards
Definition of Recruitment
The process of attracting and identifying job candidates who are suitable for a role
Definition of Selection
The process of choosing the best candidate
5 Steps in the recruitment process
-Define the role with a job specification and job description
-Choose internal, external or both
-Advertise
-Receive Applications
-Choose candidates through methods such as interviews or assessment tests
4 Recruitment Costs
-Cost of advertising
-Cost of interviewing and screening
-Cost of recruiting
-High labour turnover makes this worse
What are Training Costs
-Cost of trainers, materials and facilities
-Cost of additional training
What are Selection Costs
-Cost in checking backgrounds and visas
Definition of Induction Training
Training employees when they first start at the company
Advantages of Induction Training
-Improves confidence and motivation
-Reduces time to become productive
-Helps to understand job role
-Introduces culture, policies and procedures
Disadvantages of Induction Training
-Time consuming
-May not cover all aspects
-May not be effective
-Can teach bad habits
Definition of On the Job Training
Training that takes place while employees are working in their job role
3 Advantages of On the Job Training
-Training is tailored to specific job role
-More practical and relevant
-Can be cost effective
Disadvantages of On the Job Training
-May make mistakes impacting productivity
-Can be disruptive to workplace
-May not be effective
Definition of Off the Job Training
Training that takes place outside of the workplace
Advantages of Off the Job Training
-Training can be tailored to business
-Can be used as a reward for high performers
-Can be cost effective
3 Disadvantages of Off the Job Training
-Can be hard to organise
-Employees won’t be at work
-May not all be directly applicable
