Human Resource Management (pg. 21-30)

In which stage of the human resource cycle might an employer conduct a performance appraisal?

• Acquisition

• Development

• Induction

• Separation

After interviewing employees from within the organisation and external applicants for a management position, the human resource manager offers the job to an external candidate. Which of the following is a likely outcome of this decision?

• Internal candidates will be positive as a result of new ideas in the business.

• The acquisition process ensures new employees adapt to the business culture.

• The applicant will not need training as a result of skills learnt in previous roles.

• The new manager will bring the best skill set to the job as a result of a wider applicant pool.

An example of a non-monetary reward is

• job satisfaction

• superannuation

• travel allowances

• onsite childcare facilities

Charlotte recently signed an individual agreement with a football club after being appointed as their new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). What is this an example of?

• Individual Award

• Enterprise agreement

• Other employment contract

• Minimum employment standards

A global business outsources its payroll function. What potential risks will this business face?

• Loss of security and confidentiality

• Shorter lead times and poor quality

• Economies of scale and hidden costs

• Cultural differences and increased morale

A manufacturer has decided to stop producing one of their products leading to the closure of one of their factories. The Finance Manager has expressed significant concerns with this change. What is the main cause of resistance to this change?

• Purchasing new equipment

• Reorganising plant layout

• Redundancy payments

• Retraining

Eva is a casual employee at a fast food restaurant. Due to a recent change in government policy, her penalty rates for public holidays have decreased. This change would be implemented in which type of employment contract?

• Award

• Enterprise agreement

• Individual common law contract

• Minimum employment standards

Company A and Company B both conduct annual performance appraisals for different purposes.

Which of the following is correct?

• Company A is using administrative performance management and Company B is using developmental performance management.

• Company A is using developmental performance management and Company B is using administrative performance management.

• Both companies are using administrative performance management.

• Both companies are using developmental performance management.

Which organisation lobbies the government for improved working conditions and wage increases for Australian employees?

• Australian Council of Trade Unions

• Australian Chamber of Commerce

• Business Council of Australia

• Industry Association of Australia

Which independent government organisation is responsible for maintaining a safety net of minimum wages and employment conditions?

• Fair Work Commission

• Industrial Commission

• The Ombudsman

• Australian Human Rights Commission