Recruitment and Selection Concepts

This video tutorial covers the recruitment and selection process as part of the GCSE Business AQA curriculum. It explains the importance of recruitment, the steps involved in the recruitment process, and the methods used for selecting candidates. The video also discusses internal recruitment, its advantages and disadvantages, and different types of employment contracts, including full-time, part-time, zero-hour, and job share. The tutorial concludes with additional resources and social media links for further learning.

What is the primary goal of recruitment in a business?

• To improve company profits

• To reduce employee turnover

• To find the best candidate for a job role

• To increase the number of employees

Which of the following is NOT a reason for a business to recruit new employees?

• Business growth

• Employee satisfaction

• Entering new markets

• Diversification

What is the purpose of a job analysis in the recruitment process?

• To conduct interviews

• To determine the salary for a position

• To collect and interpret information about a job vacancy

• To advertise the job vacancy

What information is typically included in a person specification?

• Employee benefits

• Company history

• Education, skills, and experience required

• Job title and salary

What is the main purpose of an application form in the recruitment process?

• To collect information about the candidate

• To provide a detailed job description

• To conduct psychometric tests

• To advertise the job vacancy

Which of the following is a common method of selection in recruitment?

• Job fairs

• Online surveys

• Interviews

• Social media screening

What is an advantage of internal recruitment?

• Access to a larger pool of candidates

• Lower training costs

• Familiarity with company culture

• Higher advertising expenses

What is a key disadvantage of recruiting internally?

• Limited number of applicants

• Higher training costs

• Lack of employee motivation

• Increased advertising expenses

How many hours per week does a full-time employee typically work?

• 10 to 20 hours

• 20 to 30 hours

• 35 to 40 hours

• 50 to 60 hours

What is a characteristic of a zero-hour contract?

• Full-time employment

• No set number of hours

• Guaranteed income

• Fixed weekly hours