Outcome 1 / Overview

Question 1

Summary

Answer 1

The employee selection process should
start with a job analysis

The steps in the selection vary
provide reliable and valid information about applicants

information that is obtained should be clearly job-related, predict success on the job, and be free from potential discrimination

Question 2

Selection

Answer 2

The process of choosing individuals who have relevant qualifications to fill existing or projected job openings

Question 3

begin job analysis

Answer 3

individual, competencies ( skills, abilities,

and other factors (KSAOs)

Question 4

reliability

Answer 4

The degree to which interviews, tests, and other selection procedures yield comparable data over time

two or more methods
(e.g., interviews and tests) yield similar results or are consistent

Question 5

Steps In The Selection Process

Answer 5

1. Hiring decision
2. Supervisor/team interview
3. Preliminary selection in HR department
4. Background investigation
5. Employment testing (aptitude, achievement)
6. Initial interview in HR department
7. Completion of application

Question 6

Validity

Answer 6

The degree to which a test or selection the procedure measures a person’s attributes