Recruitment Flashcards
What is recruitment?
The process of finding people to work for your company
Why do businesses need to recruit?
- to increase productivity
- to share workload
- to grow business
What is internal recruitment?
Employing from inside the business
What is external recruitment?
Employing from outside the business
Advantages of internal recruitment?
- motivates employee
- employee is familiar with company
Disadvantages of internal recruitment
- no fresh ideas
Advantages of external recruitment
- fresh ideas
- larger pool of candidates
Disadvantages of external recruitment
- demotivates other workers
What is the difference between a job description and a person specification
- job description shows what job involves
- person specification shows what type of character is needed
Where can a business advertise for a role?
- Internet
- fliers
What should a business consider when placing an advert?
- location (distance from business, skilled workers in area)
What are the purposes of a CV?
- shows career history and qualifications
- personal details
What are the purposes if a letter of application?
- to show you want to apply
- to show why you are the best person for the job
What are the purposes of an application form?
- shows interest in job
- shows history and qualifications
