Recruitment Methods Flashcards
What are different recruitment methods that can be utilised (1)
Two main methods of recruitment are sending a CV and covering letter. Also an online recruitment system including an application form, then progressing onto tests and video interviewing.
What are the different recruitment methods that can be utilised (2)
Internal recruitment methods such as intranet, team meetings, emails and direct approaches
Importance of choosing the right recruitment method
Important because when the right people are selected, the employee will be highly productive and stay longer with the organisation, thus having lower employee turnover.
Expectations of recruitment methods
Recruitment methods are expected to generate candidates, attract attention and stimulate action.
What is online recruitment (role of technology in recruitment)
Online recruitment (E-recruitment) is the use of technology to aid the recruitment process, and attract the best possible candidates in an efficient manner (CIPD, 2009). It allows employers to position themselves as the employer of choice.
Role of technology in recruitment and its impacts (1)
Technology is used to attract candidates. As the use of the internet and social media is becoming more popular, over 70% of employers use the internet as a key recruitment method (CIPD, 2017)
Role of technology in recruitment and its impacts (2)
Technology is used to recruit as an online advertising system asks employees to complete an online application form (Wilton, 2016)
Role of technology in recruitment and its impacts (3)
Technology is used to select candidates through automated decision making of CV’s
Role of technology in recruitment and its impacts (4)
Technology in used for video interviews, either live or a recording, this interaction can positively impact the psychological contract.
What are different recruitment methods that can be utilised (3)
External recruitment methods such as internet, newspapers, TV, job centres and word of mouth
