Best Practice School in Human Resources Management

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What does the 'best practice school' argue about HR processes?

There is a set of universal HR processes that lead to superior business performance. (correct)

HR processes should be aligned with the organization's strategy.

There are no universal HR processes that lead to superior business performance.

HR best practices can be applied to any organization regardless of context.

What does the text say about the 'truth' in the 'extensive scientific debate' on HR approaches?

The truth lies entirely with the best fit approach.

The truth lies somewhere in the middle. (correct)

There is no truth, as the debate is endless.

The truth lies entirely with the best practice school.

What is the relationship between HR strategy and organizational strategy according to the text?

They should be entirely separate.

They should be tightly aligned for optimum efficiency. (correct)

They should be loosely aligned.

They should be in conflict to promote innovation.

What is the key idea behind 'Strategic Human Resource Management'?

Aligning HR activities with the organization's overall strategy. Signup and view all the answers

What is the key benefit of correctly executing HR best practices?

They will add substantial value to the business and its goals. Signup and view all the answers

Who proposed the 7 HR best practices mentioned in the text?

Jeffrey Pfeffer Signup and view all the answers

What is one of HR's key responsibilities?

Creating and nurturing high-performance teams Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is mentioned as a popular one for team creation and cooperation?

Belbin’s Team Role Inventory Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for a team to be considered psychologically safe?

Comfort in bringing up different ideas Signup and view all the answers

How can HR support teamwork directly?

Measuring team performance Signup and view all the answers

Why do management courses often focus on understanding team dynamics?

To fulfill one of the main responsibilities of a manager Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a tool that can help facilitate communication in a team?

Feedback tools Signup and view all the answers

Why is employment security beneficial for organizations?

It aids in retaining valuable staff. Signup and view all the answers

What was the finding from a 2020 survey regarding job security?

Job security is the third most important factor for employees. Signup and view all the answers

Why is selective hiring considered an HR best practice?

It allows organizations to bring in employees who add the most value. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration for organizations when conducting selective hiring?

Ensuring a structured and fair selection process. Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential benefit of having a diverse workforce for organizations?

Enhanced understanding of wider consumer behavior. Signup and view all the answers

According to research, what is the difference in performance between an average performer and a high performer?

400% Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of HR activities that contribute to communication across the workforce?

To assist in or lead the production of internal newsletters and updates Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, how does employment security best practice contribute to creating a competitive advantage for the organization?

It leads to more value when combined with selective hiring Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe when HR best practices are combined?

Bundles Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between selective hiring, extensive training, and contingent compensation according to the passage?

They are individual HR best practices that create synergies when combined Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of the reduction of status differences and information sharing according to the passage?

It is not mentioned as a benefit in the passage Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as a way that HR activities contribute to communication across the workforce?

Allowing employees to contribute to and influence decisions affecting their working life Signup and view all the answers

What does effective Human Resource Management (HRM) help an organization achieve?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the drawback of the employment security practice?

It is only offered when convenient for the employer Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best reflects the text's view on training?

Simply delivering training does not add to a company's competitive position Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about the relationship between theory and practice in Human Resource Management?

Theories have drawbacks and may contradict each other in practice Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of encouraging open communication in an organization?

To create a culture of improvement Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best summarizes the text's overall message?

Human Resource Management best practices may have limitations and contradict each other in practice Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Best Practices in Human Resource Management

The best practice school argues that certain bundles of HR activities lead to superior business performance, regardless of organizational setting or industry.
Alignment of HR strategy with organizational strategy is crucial for optimum efficiency, also referred to as Strategic Human Resource Management.
Implementing HR best practices can add substantial value to the business and its goals.

The 7 HR Best Practices

Creating and nurturing high-performance teams that are cognitively diverse and psychologically safe.
Ensuring employment security, which benefits organizations by retaining employees and avoiding costly recruitment and training processes.
Selective hiring of employees who add value to the business, with a structured and fair selection process.
Extensive training and development of employees to enhance their skills and performance.
Contingent compensation, where employees are rewarded based on their performance.
Reducing status differences and promoting open communication and information sharing.
Making sure that employees are well-informed about the business and have a chance to contribute to and influence decisions affecting their working life.

Bundles of HR Best Practices

Combining HR best practices creates synergies, leading to a competitive advantage for the organization.
Examples of bundles include:
- Guaranteeing employment security and selective hiring.
- Selective hiring, extensive training, and contingent compensation.
- Reducing status differences and promoting open communication and information sharing.

Critique of HR Best Practices

Some HR best practices contradict each other, and their implementation can be challenging in real-world scenarios.
Employment security may not be feasible in organizations that rely on flexible contractors.
Extensive training does not necessarily lead to a competitive advantage if not aligned with business goals.

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Explore the concept of the best practice school in human resources management, focusing on universal HR processes that lead to superior business performance. Learn about the bundles of HR activities that can support companies in gaining a competitive advantage beyond organizational settings or industries.