Test 1.1 Flashcards
HR management is the process of ____.
hiring, organizing, and managing the workforce
What are the two responsibilities of an HR department?
talent acquisition, performance management
The HR department maintains employee relations by ________.
maintaining a positive work environment
Which of the following are internal factors for firms to manage their staff?
A. Management style
B. Competition
C. Rules and regulations
D. Technological advancements
A. Management style
Other internal factors could include employee demographics, the structure, and the culture of the company.
Employee demographics influence the _______.
Kinds of benefits employees may want
Employee categorization means _______.
Dividing employees based on criteria like experiences, abilities, and skills
Which is NOT a type of employee classification?
A. Skilled vs. unskilled
B. Full time vs. part time
C. Professional vs. entry-level
D. Permanent vs. temporary
A. Skilled vs. unskilled
Which of the following is characteristic of a recruitment/section plan?
A. It outlines the steps an organization will take to identify, attract, and hire new employees.
B. It outlines the steps an organization will take to retain its employees and prevent high levels of turnover.
C. It outlines the steps an organization will take to dismiss surplus or redundant employees.
D. None of the above.
A. It outlines the steps an organization will take to identify, attract, and hire new employees.
The recruitment/section plan involves ______.
Behavioral assessments
Organizations develop and implement a retention plan to lower staff turnover and improve employee engagement. A retention plan can include information on ________.
Work-life balance
Companies can improve the work-life balance by using flextime, PTO, and wellness programs.
