HRM Y

Which of the following is the primary objective of Human Resource Management?

• Maximizing employee turnover

• Achieving an organization's objectives

• Reducing operational costs

• Increasing employee dissatisfaction

How can human resource managers help firms gain a competitive advantage?

• By using outdated practices

• By increasing operational challenges

• By utilizing people strategically

• By avoiding employee engagement

What does "agility" refer to in a firm’s strategy?

• Ability to increase employee turnover

• Ability to change quickly

• Reducing costs

• Increasing job security

What is human capital in an organization?

• The financial assets used

• The physical equipment

• The skills and knowledge of individuals

• The managerial hierarchy

Which of the following is an effect of globalization on Human Resource Management?

• Uniform employment laws

• Focus on local recruitment

• Different business practices

• Reduction in outsourcing

What is the purpose of a job analysis?

• To lay off workers

• To gather job requirements

• To create a marketing strategy

• To reduce benefits

Which of the following is NOT a source of job analysis information?

• Observation

• Diaries

• Financial statements

• Interviews

What is the critical incident method used in job analysis?

• Calculating salary

• Eliminating tasks

• Identifying key behaviors

• Forecasting growth

What is the difference between job enlargement and job enrichment?

• Enlargement adds tasks; enrichment adds meaning

• Enrichment increases salary

• Enlargement removes tasks

• There is no difference

What is ergonomics concerned with?

• Increasing salary

• Designing easy-to-use equipment

• Reducing motivation

• Adding more shifts