WorksheetsUnderstanding HR Management Functions
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of Human Resource Management (HRM) in an organisation?
To maximise profits through financial investments
To manage people and ensure their effective contribution to organisational goals
To oversee the production of goods and services
To handle external stakeholder relations
Which HR function is responsible for attracting, selecting, and appointing suitable candidates for jobs within an organisation?
Training and development
Recruitment and selection
Performance appraisal
Employee relations
What is the main objective of the training and development function in HR?
To increase employee salaries
To improve employees’ skills and knowledge
To reduce the number of employees
To monitor attendance
Which HR function deals with resolving disputes and maintaining positive relationships between employees and management?
Employee relations
Payroll management
Health and safety
Recruitment
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a responsibility of the HR department?
Managing employee benefits
Setting company strategy
Ensuring compliance with employment law
Conducting performance appraisals
What is the legal minimum wage in Great Britain as of April 2024 for workers aged 21 and over?
£8.91 per hour
£11.44 per hour
£10.42 per hour
£9.50 per hour
Which HR function is most directly involved in ensuring workplace safety and compliance with health regulations?
Recruitment
Health and safety
Training and development
Employee relations
Which of the following is a key benefit of effective performance appraisal systems?
Increased absenteeism
Improved employee motivation and productivity
Higher staff turnover
Reduced training opportunities
What is the main purpose of workforce planning in HR?
To determine the number and type of employees needed to achieve organisational objectives
To set employee salaries
To manage external suppliers
To organise company events
Which HR function is responsible for handling employee grievances and disciplinary procedures?
Recruitment
Employee relations
Training and development
Payroll management
Which of the following is an example of indirect employee compensation?
Basic salary
Health insurance
Overtime pay
Commission
Which act governs equality and anti-discrimination in the workplace in Great Britain?
Employment Rights Act 1996
Equality Act 2010
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Data Protection Act 2018
What is the main advantage of internal recruitment?
It brings in new ideas from outside the organisation
It is usually quicker and less expensive than external recruitment
It increases the risk of cultural mismatch
It requires more advertising
Which HR function is responsible for maintaining accurate records of employees’ working hours and calculating their pay?
Payroll management
Training and development
Recruitment
Health and safety
Which of the following is a statutory right for employees in Great Britain?
Free lunch at work
Paid annual leave
Company car
Private health insurance
