Career Planning & Succession Planning

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An employee excels in their current role and expresses a desire to advance within the company. How can the organization best utilize career planning to support this employee's professional growth while also meeting its strategic goals?

  • By providing opportunities for self-assessment, identifying suitable roles, and offering tailored training aligned with organizational needs. (correct)
  • By immediately promoting the employee to the next available higher-level position.
  • By enrolling the employee in external workshops focused on general leadership skills.
  • By assigning the employee additional tasks within their current role to gauge their ability to handle more responsibility.

A company is experiencing high turnover rates among its high-potential employees. Which strategy would most effectively use succession planning to mitigate this issue and ensure leadership continuity?

  • Focusing exclusively on short-term profit goals to increase employee bonuses temporarily.
  • Identifying key roles, evaluating internal talent, and developing high-potential employees through targeted training and mentorship programs. (correct)
  • Eliminating performance appraisals to reduce employee stress and competition.
  • Hiring external candidates for all senior management positions to bring in fresh perspectives.

An organization decides to implement a 360-degree feedback system. What is the most significant benefit they can expect from this modern performance appraisal method?

  • Lower costs associated with performance appraisal processes.
  • Increased employee satisfaction due to universally positive feedback.
  • A comprehensive view of employee performance from multiple perspectives, leading to more balanced and actionable feedback. (correct)
  • Reduced time spent on performance evaluations by managers.

During a performance appraisal, a manager allows a single negative incident from the past week to heavily influence the overall evaluation of an employee, overshadowing months of consistently strong performance. Which type of error is the manager committing?

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A tech company wants to attract and retain top software engineers. Which compensation strategy would be most effective in achieving this goal?

<p>Offering competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, stock options, and opportunities for professional development. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A company is facing financial difficulties and needs to reduce its compensation expenses. Which approach would be the LEAST effective for maintaining employee morale and productivity during this period?

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A manufacturing company is implementing a new compensation plan that includes both individual performance bonuses and profit-sharing. What is the primary goal of integrating these two types of incentives?

<p>To encourage both individual excellence and collective responsibility towards achieving organizational goals. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A multinational corporation is expanding into a new country with different labor laws and cultural norms. What is the most critical factor to consider when designing a compensation package for employees in this new location?

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A company wants to improve its HR processes by implementing an HRIS. Which capability would be MOST directly improved by this system?

<p>Automating data entry, tracking employee information, and generating reports. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A large organization is seeking an HRIS solution to help with long-term workforce planning. Which type of HRIS would be most suitable?

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What is the primary difference between HRIS (Human Resource Information System) and e-HR (electronic Human Resources)?

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A company wants to improve employee engagement by implementing an e-HR system. Which application of e-HR would be most effective for achieving this goal?

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An organization is conducting an HR audit to identify potential risks. Which outcome indicates the need for immediate corrective action?

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A company is performing an HR audit to ensure that their HR practices are aligned with the overall business strategy. Which type of HR audit is being conducted?

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What is the primary difference between the 'cost approach' and the 'value approach' in HR accounting?

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An organization wants to justify its investment in employee training programs to the executive board. Which metric, derived from HR accounting, would be most persuasive in demonstrating the value of these programs?

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An employee consistently receives high ratings in all areas of their performance appraisal because their manager is impressed by their strong communication skills. Which type of error is likely occurring in this appraisal process?

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A small business owner is looking for a cost-effective way to gather feedback on employee performance. Which performance appraisal method would be the most practical and straightforward to implement?

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What is the purpose of Career Path Development in the Career Planning process?

<p>To map out a path for employees to move from their current position to future roles. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key step in the Succession Planning process?

<p>Identifying key roles within the organization. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential limitation of Career Planning?

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What is the primary objective of Organizational Career Planning?

<p>Ensuring employees’ career growth aligns with business needs. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary objective of Performance Appraisal?

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In the Performance Appraisal process, what is the purpose of setting Performance Standards?

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Which of the following is a traditional method of Performance Appraisal?

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What is the main purpose of Management by Objectives (MBO) as a performance appraisal method?

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A rater marks all employees as average in their performance appraisal. What type of error is this?

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What is the overall goal of Compensation Management?

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Which of the following is an example of Direct Compensation?

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Which of the following is considered Indirect Compensation (Fringe Benefits)?

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Which of the following is an example of Non-Monetary Compensation?

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Which factor is an Internal factor that influences compensation?

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In Compensation Administration, what is the key purpose of Job analysis and evaluation?

<p>To understand the requirements and value of different jobs in the organization. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common component of Executive Compensation?

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Which strategy is likely to improve employee Retention?

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What is the definition of HRIS (Human Resource Information System)?

<p>A software solution to manage and automate HR processes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Career Planning

The process where employees identify career goals and the organization supports them, aligning with business objectives.

Objectives of Career Planning

To spot and grow employee potential, ensure a skilled workforce, cut turnover, and boost job satisfaction.

Career Planning Process

Analyzing skills, finding opportunities, creating career paths, training, and regular progress reviews.

Individual Career Planning

Focuses on an employee’s personal goals and aspirations.

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Organizational Career Planning

Ensures employees’ career growth aligns with business needs.

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Succession Planning

A strategic process to find and grow future leaders in the company.

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Importance of Succession Planning

Ensures leadership continuity, reduces transition disruptions, and keeps top talent.

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Steps in Succession Planning

Identify key roles, evaluate talent, develop high-potential employees, and monitor progress.

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Limitations of Career Planning

Mismatch with business needs, limited resources, and uncertain future job roles.

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Performance Appraisal

A systematic review of an employee’s performance over a set time.

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Objectives of Performance Appraisal

Assess job performance, identify training needs, reward efforts, and facilitate growth.

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Performance Appraisal Process

Set standards, communicate expectations, measure performance, review, and provide feedback.

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Ranking Method

Employees ranked from best to worst.

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Paired Comparison

Each employee is compared with others.

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Graphic Rating Scale

Rate traits like quality of work on a scale.

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Essay Method

Detailed written feedback on employee performance.

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360-Degree Feedback

Evaluation from peers, managers, subordinates, and self.

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Management by Objectives (MBO)

Set and evaluate performance based on agreed goals.

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Behaviorally Anchored Rating Scales (BARS)

Rates behavior on a predefined scale.

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Halo Effect

One positive trait influences all ratings.

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Recency Effect

Focus on recent performance, ignoring past work.

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Leniency or Severity Bias

Consistently rating too high or too low.

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Central Tendency

Rating everyone as average.

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Compensation Management

Managing employee pay, including salaries, bonuses, and benefits.

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Objectives of Compensation Management

Attract, retain talent, ensure fair pay, improve satisfaction, and align with goals.

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Basic Salary/Wages

Fixed amount paid monthly or hourly.

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Incentives/Bonuses

Performance-based extra payments.

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Commission

Pay based on sales or output.

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Indirect Compensation (Fringe Benefits)

Health insurance, retirement, paid leave, and education help.

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Non-Monetary Compensation

Flexible hours, recognition, and growth.

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Internal Factors Influencing Compensation

Employee performance, job complexity, company structure.

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External Factors Influencing Compensation

Industry standards, economy, legal policies.

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Steps in Compensation Administration

Job analysis, pay structures, pay policies, monitor and revise.

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Executive Compensation

Base salary, bonuses, stock, perks.

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Retention Strategies

Competitive pay, growth, work-life balance.

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HRIS (Human Resource Information System)

Software to manage HR processes.

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Objectives of HRIS

Improve efficiency, centralize data, help decisions.

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Operational HRIS

Manage daily tasks.

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Tactical HRIS

Supports decision-making.

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e-HR

Web-based HR services.

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Study Notes

Career Planning & Performance Appraisal

Career Planning

  • Career planning is a process aiding employees in achieving their career goals in alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Career planning identifies and develops employee potential, ensures a skilled workforce, reduces turnover, provides growth, and enhances job satisfaction.
  • The career planning process involves self-assessment, opportunity identification, career path development, training, and evaluation.
  • Individual career planning focuses on personal goals, while organizational career planning aligns with business needs.

Succession Planning

  • Succession planning is a strategic process that aims to identify and develop future leaders.
  • Succession planning ensures leadership continuity during transitions and helps retain top talent.
  • Succession planning involves identifying key roles, evaluating internal talent, developing high-potential employees, and monitoring readiness.

Limitations of Career Planning

  • Career planning may misalign with business needs, face resource limits, and grapple with uncertain future job roles.

Performance Appraisal

  • Performance appraisal systematically evaluates employee performance over a specific period.
  • The objectives of performance appraisal includes assessing job performance, identifying training needs, recognizing employees, and facilitating career development.
  • The performance appraisal process includes setting performance standards, communicating expectations, measuring performance, evaluating, and providing feedback.

Performance Appraisal Methods

  • Traditional methods include ranking, paired comparison, graphic rating scales, and essay methods.
  • Modern methods include 360-degree feedback, Management by Objectives (MBO), and Behaviorally Anchored Rating Scales (BARS).

Errors in Performance Appraisal

  • Errors in performance appraisals such as the halo effect, recency effect, leniency or severity bias effect, and central tendency should be avoided.

Compensation Management

Compensation

  • Compensation management involves designing and managing employee compensation like salaries, bonuses, and benefits.
  • Compensation management attracts talent, ensures fair pay, improves job satisfaction, and aligns with goals.

Types of Compensation

  • Direct compensation includes salary/wages, incentives/bonuses, and commissions.
  • Indirect compensation includes health insurance, retirement benefits, and paid leave.
  • Non-monetary compensation includes flexible hours, recognition programs, and career development.

Influences on Compensation

  • Internal factors impacting compensation include employee performance, job complexity, and the company's pay structure.
  • External factors impacting compensation include industry standards, economic conditions, and legal policies.

Compensation Administration

  • Compensation administration consists of job analysis, pay structure design, implementation of policies, and continuous monitoring/revision.

Executive Compensation

  • Executive compensation may include base salary, bonuses, stock options, and perks.

Retention Strategies

  • Retention strategies consists of competitive salary packages, career programs, and work-life balance.

HRIS (Human Resource Information System) & e-HR

HRIS

  • HRIS is a software that helps to manage and automate HR processes.
  • HRIS improves efficiency, centralizes data, and aids decision-making.
  • Components of HRIS systems include employee databases, payroll and benefits, recruitment and onboarding, and performance tracking.
  • Types of HRIS include operational, tactical, and strategic.

e-HR

  • E-HR uses web-based tech to deliver HR services.
  • Applications of e-HR include online recruitment, employee portals, and performance management systems.

HR Audit and HR Accounting

HR Audit

  • HR audit reviews HR policies, practices, and systems.
  • Objectives of HR audits include ensuring compliance and identifying areas for improvement.

Types of HR Audits

  • Types of audits include compliance, strategic, functional, and culture audits.
  • The HR audit process involves planning, data collection, evaluation, and reporting.

HR Accounting

  • HR accounting involves quantifying the value and cost of human capital.
  • Objectives of HR accounting include measuring financial impact and evaluating investment in HR.

Methods of HR Accounting

  • Methods to HR accounting consist of a cost approach and a value approach.

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