Chapter 1 Flashcards
Why should HR management ensure that human talent is used effectively and efficiently to accomplish organizational goals?
To maximize the organization’s success by leveraging the capabilities and motivation of its workforce.
Is HR management necessary for all organizations, or are larger organizations more likely to have a specialized HR function?
While all organizations need HR management, larger ones are more likely to have a specialized HR function to handle the diverse and complex needs associated with a larger workforce.
What is human capital, and why is it important for organizations?
Human capital refers to the collective value of the capabilities, knowledge, skills, life experiences, and motivation of an organization’s workforce. It is important for organizations as it represents a valuable asset that contributes to overall organizational success.
What is the focus of HR practices according to the ability-motivation-opportunity model?
HR practices focus on enhancing worker skills, motivation, and opportunity to perform, as outlined in the ability-motivation-opportunity model.
How can HR management activities be grouped?
HR management activities can be grouped into strategic HR management; EEO; staffing; talent management; compensation and benefits; health, safety, and security; and employee and labor relations.
What roles can HR departments take within an organization?
HR departments can take administrative, operations, and/or strategic roles within an organization.
What unique capability does HR, as an organizational core competency, have?
As an organizational core competency, HR has a unique capability to create high value that differentiates an organization from competitors, especially in areas such as productivity, quality and service, and organizational climate.
What are some of the current challenges in HR management?
Some current challenges in HR management include organizational cost pressures, globalization, a changing workforce, and technology.
Why is ethical behavior crucial in HR management?
Ethical behavior is crucial in HR management because HR professionals regularly face ethical issues and consequences, both domestically and globally, and maintaining ethical standards is essential for the integrity of HR practices.
What competencies do all levels of HR professionals need, and what additional competencies do senior HR leaders require for effectiveness?
All levels of HR professionals need competencies in strategic knowledge and impacts, legal, administrative, and operational areas, and technology. Senior HR leaders need these competencies plus others to be effective in leadership roles.
Why is current knowledge about HR management important for professionals in the field of HR, and what has grown in importance for HR generalists and specialists?
Current knowledge about HR management is important for professionals in the field of HR to stay relevant and effective. Professional certification has grown in importance for HR generalists and specialists as a means of demonstrating expertise and staying abreast of industry standards.
