HARD VS SOFT HRM

Question 1

What is Hards Human Resource Management:

Answer 1

An approach to human resource management where employees are assumed to be motivated by money and in need of clear rules and supervision in order to maximise their performance

Links to theory X management

Question 2

What are the pros of hard HRM

Answer 2

Useful in a crisis

Useful when managment have expertise

Enables quicker decision making

Should ensure consistency

Question 3

What are the cons of hard HRM

Answer 3

Impact on worker motivation

Can lead to poor employee relations

Does not utilise employees’ potential

Question 4

What is soft human resource managment

Answer 4

An approach to human resource management where employees are assumed to be naturally motivated and in need of empowerment and coaching in order to maximise their performance.

Links to theory Y management

Question 5

What are the pros of soft HRM

Answer 5

Enables employees to contribute and make the most of their skills

Useful when employees are experienced

Allows for creativity and innovation