AOS2 Flashcards
Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is a motivation theory that suggests employees have five
fundamental needs which they strive to fulfil in a set order.
Physiological needs
Physiological needs are the basic requirements for human survival, such as food, water
and shelter.
Human resource management
Human resource management is the organisation of employees’ roles, pay and
working conditions.
Safety and security needs
Safety and security needs are the desires for protection from dangerous or threatening
environments.
Safety and security needs
Safety and security needs are the desires for protection from dangerous or threatening
environments.
Esteem needs
Esteem needs are the desires to feel important, valuable and respected.
Self-actualisation
Self-actualisation is the realisation of one’s full potential through creativity and
personal growth.
Motivation
Motivation is a need or desire that
directs, energises and sustains a
person’s behaviour.
A living wage
A living wage is the minimum
income an employee needs to
afford basic shelter, food and other
necessities.
OH&S regulations
OH&S regulations are the occupational health and safety rules and laws that aim to protect the wellbeing of employees and the public.
Job security
Job security is the likelihood of an
employee keeping their job.
Intrinsic motivation
Intrinsic motivation is a drive that
comes from within an individual.
