P | TM Activity

The purpose of succession planning is to ____________

• plan for promotions and anticipate training and development needs

• raise employees levels aspiration and motivation

• estimate labor costs

• identify external replacements and assist with recruitment

Succession planning requires making forecasts of in three steps:___________ , develop inside candidates, assess and choose those who will fill the key position.

• identify key needs

• job specifications

• global trends

• labor relations

The first step in designing a training program is to

• determine whether the training will take place on- or off-site.

• translate the training needs into behavioral objectives.

• identify how the training will be evaluated.

• estimate the amount of time needed for the training.

The BEST reason for presenting a training program is because

• it has been highly advertised.

• competitors are using the training.

• it contributes to the organization's goals and objectives.

• of concern about federal agency pressure.

Which of the following is usually the main role of employees during contributions appraisal interview?

• to sit quietly and listen to their supervisors

• to complete skills and interest inventories

• to defend their work performance

• to set goals and plans for the future

Which of the following performance evaluation methods evaluate performance using self, peers, direct reports, management and sometimes even customers and suppliers?

• Benchmarking

• Category rating methods

• 360-degree feedback

• Narrative methods

A performance meeting allows the employer and employee to discuss the facts and how the employee′s performance is affecting the organization. What else should be part of a performance meeting?

• Steps for corrective action

• Peer review

• Discussion with senior leadership

• Dispute resolution