Module 7: Human Resources Management

Fill in the blank: Human Resources Management (HRM) is the organizational function focused on managing ________.

• employees

• finances

• technology

• products

Which of the following is NOT an activity of Human Resources Management (HRM)?

• A) Recruitment and hiring

• B) Training

• C) Legal compliance

• D) Product manufacturing

Fill in the blank: The primary goal of HRM is to cultivate and sustain a productive, motivated, and engaged ________ that contributes to the organization's success.

• workforce

• budget

• product

• policy

HRM is only about administrative tasks and does not focus on strategic initiatives.

• True

• False

Which historical movement laid the groundwork for viewing employees as valuable assets rather than mere cogs in a machine?

• Industrial Revolution

• Human relations movement in the early 20th century

• Technological Revolution

• Information Age

Fill in the blank: The function of HR was initially dominated by ________ work, such as payroll and benefits administration.

• transactional

• strategic

• creative

• technical

Which of the following is a core function of HR?

• Product development

• Staffing

• Marketing

• Customer service

Fill in the blank: Staffing activities include identifying and fulfilling ________ needs through recruitment.

• talent

• financial

• technological

• logistical

Fill in the blank: Training and Development involves onboarding new employees, providing professional development opportunities, training programs, and ensuring legal compliance and safety standards (e.g., ______ regulations).

• OSHA

• FICA

• HIPAA

• FERPA

Which HR function includes resolving employee concerns, handling policy violations, addressing harassment, and managing conflict?

• Training and Development

• Employee Relations

• Compensation and Benefits

• Labor Relations