unit 6- HR Flashcards

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what are internal influences on HR

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financial strategies-may interfere with staff training.
corporate objectives- an objective of cost reduction is likely to require HR to reduce amount of staff

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what are external influences on HR

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social changes-the growing number of single person households is increasing

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3
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what is a trade union?

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represents a group of employees and negotiates to the employer on behalf of the employees

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pros and cons of a trade union/works council

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pros- gives managers a chance to understand their employees better
cons- could lead to a strike and an decrease In productivity and. a bad reputation

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what is a work council?

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a group of individuals including employee and employer having a meeting to discuss the issues on =behalf of the employees

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