HRM Topic 1 Quiz

What is the primary goal of Human Resource Management (HRM)?

• To increase production

• To facilitate organizational competitiveness

• To enhance marketing strategies

• To manage financial resources

Which of the following is a core function of HRM?

• Recruiting

• Sales management

• Product development

• Market analysis

What does outsourcing in HRM refer to?

• Hiring internal staff for HR functions

• Hiring external firms to handle HR functions

• Eliminating HR departments

• Increasing HR staff

Which of the following is a challenge faced by HRM today?

• Increased hiring costs

• Reduction in job roles

• The #MeToo movement

• Decreasing employee benefits

What is the role of line managers in HRM?

• To oversee marketing strategies

• To create goods and services

• To handle all HR functions exclusively

• To manage financial resources

What is a key responsibility of an HR manager?

• Developing marketing strategies

• Conducting financial audits

• Overseeing production lines

• Managing employee relations

What does the term 'psychological contract' refer to in HRM?

• A contract for employee benefits

• The unwritten expectations between employees and employers

• A legal document for HR compliance

• A formal employment agreement

Which of the following is NOT a function of HR?

• Staffing

• Market Research

• Training and Development

• Maintenance

What is the purpose of performance appraisals in HRM?

• To assess employee job performance

• To manage employee benefits

• To determine employee salaries

• To recruit new employees

What is a significant trend in HR regarding technology?

• Reduction in employee training

• Decreased use of data analysis

• Increased reliance on manual processes

• Use of People Analytics