Recruitment and Selection Recap

From the previous gaps in knowledge- What is the criticism regarding the progression of needs in Maslow's theory?

• It is not universally applicable

• It is over simplistic and linear

• It is not empirically supported

• It is culturally biased

What is the role of the recruitment team?

• To conduct training sessions

• To manage labour turnover

• To choose the most appropriate person for the job

• To design marketing strategies to get people to apply for jobs

What is the definition of recruitment?

• The process of training employees to fill roles

• The process of identifying the need for a job and choosing the most appropriate person

• The process of conducting interviews to employ people

• The process of managing employee performance to find gaps in skill and then fill these gaps.

Which of the following is NOT a reason for recruitment?

• Filling vacancies

• Business growth

• Addressing skills gaps

• Saving Costs

Which of the following reasons for recruitment is related to filling empty positions?

• Business growth

• Addressing skills gaps

• High staff turnover

• Reducing workload

What does a job specification outline?

• Roles and responsibilities

• Qualifications, skills, experience, and personal qualities

• Salary and benefits

• Company policies

What are the two main elements of selection methods?

• Skills checks and Personality checks

• Background checks and Medical checks

• Financial checks and Reference checks

• Knowledge checks and Experience checks

Which TWO of the following are examples of a personality check?

• Panel interview

• Skills assessment

• Knowledge test

• Problem-solving exercises

Which of the following is NOT a skills check example? (Hint: the other type is personality check)

• Team work activities

• Trial shifts

• Presentations

• Situational assessment

What is the main focus of the 'Define' step?

• Defining the management structure above the job role.

• Working out what the role will actually be

• Encouraging applications by making the job look good

• Defining what will be done in the interview