Engineering Management Decision-Making and Planning Quiz

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What does staffing in an organization refer to?

Selecting the best-fit employees for vacant positions

Which activity is NOT part of human resource planning as mentioned in the text?

Selling products

Why is it important for an engineering manager to be involved in human resource planning?

To ensure systematic deployment of human resources at various levels

Which of the following is NOT a step in the staffing procedures mentioned in the text?

Product Launch Signup and view all the answers

What are the three activities involved in human resource planning as discussed in the text?

Forecasting, Programming, Deployment Signup and view all the answers

In the context of an engineering organization, what does separation refer to?

Employee resignations or terminations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of training as mentioned in the text?

To increase skills and knowledge for a particular job Signup and view all the answers

Which method of training combines on-the-job experience with classroom instruction?

Apprenticeship Programs Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Training Programs for Managers from those for Non-Managers?

Assures sufficient attention from the supervisor Signup and view all the answers

Which type of training places trainers in a situation similar to the workplace environment?

Vestibule School Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Vestibule School training programs?

Emphasizing education over training Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect differentiates Executive Training and Educational Programs from Non-Managerial Training Programs?

Focus on classroom instruction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Psychological Test in determining job candidates' qualifications?

To evaluate the applicant's capacity or potential ability to learn Signup and view all the answers

Which type of test is used to measure an individual's current knowledge of a subject?

Performance Test Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Physical Examination in the candidate assessment process?

To assess if the applicant's health meets job requirements Signup and view all the answers

What does Induction involve in the hiring process?

Providing information about the company, duties, and benefits to the new employee Signup and view all the answers

Which test is used to measure an individual's interest in various fields of work?

Interest Test Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Critical Incident Method in employee evaluation?

To evaluate unusual success or failure in an employee's behavior Signup and view all the answers

What does a Demotion entail in an employment context?

A punishment involving a movement to a position with less pay Signup and view all the answers

What is typically the reason behind an Involuntary Separation (Termination) of an employee?

Poor performance or violation of company rules Signup and view all the answers

How does Promotion differ from Transfer in an employment context?

Promotion leads to a higher-paying job with more responsibilities, while Transfer provides growth opportunities. Signup and view all the answers

Which method evaluates employees based on specific incidents rather than general performance?

Critical Incident Method Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Essay Method in evaluating employee performance?

Assessing employees through written narratives Signup and view all the answers

In the Rating Scale Method, how does the rater indicate the degree to which the individual possesses the characteristic?

By marking a line or scale Signup and view all the answers

Which method involves composing statements that best describe the person evaluated?

Essay Method Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the Management by Objective Method?

Setting specific goals for individuals and evaluating based on achievement Signup and view all the answers

Which method involves evaluating individuals based on how well they have achieved specified goals?

Management by Objective Method Signup and view all the answers

What is the Assessment Center Method primarily used for?

Evaluating individuals by persons other than their immediate superior Signup and view all the answers

Ranking Method involves arranging employees in what order?

Best to poorest order Signup and view all the answers

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