HRM Training and Executive Development Unit 3 Quiz

What is the primary purpose of training?

• To enhance company profits

• To reduce the number of employees

• To bridge the gap between job requirements and employee competence

• To increase employee salaries

Which of the following is NOT a main activity encompassed by training and development?

• Training

• Recruitment

• Education

• Development

What is the difference between training and development?

• Training is focused on the present, while development is focused on the future

• Training is informal, while development is formal

• Training is long-term, while development is short-term

• Training is for managerial personnel, while development is for non-managerial personnel

Which of the following is a reason for employee resistance to training?

• Desire for new skills

• Fear of increased workload

• Interest in learning

• Support from management

What is the first step in the training process?

• Designing training methods

• Evaluation of training

• Identification of training needs

• Setting training objectives

Which training method involves a one-to-one interaction to identify weaknesses?

• Apprenticeship

• Job Rotation

• Coaching

• Mentoring

What is the main focus of education in the context of training?

• Technical skills

• Future job potential

• Current job performance

• Safety procedures

Which of the following is a benefit of training to employees?

• Less responsibility

• Reduced workload

• Increased job authority

• Higher earnings

What is the purpose of organizational analysis in identifying training needs?

• To assess employee satisfaction

• To determine salary structures

• To evaluate job performance

• To review the work environment and operations

Which of the following is a traditional view of training?

• Training is essential for all employees

• Managers are made, not born

• Training is a costly affair and not worth it

• Training improves employee morale