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What does Human Resource Management (HRM) refer to?
What does Human Resource Management (HRM) refer to?
- Activities and tasks concerned with marketing and sales
- Activities and tasks concerned with developing and maintaining qualified human resources (correct)
- Activities and tasks concerned with financial management
- Activities and tasks concerned with inventory management
What is the main focus of staffing decisions in global human resource management?
What is the main focus of staffing decisions in global human resource management?
- Local contractors
- Expatriates (correct)
- Temporary staff
- Freelancers
What are the main issues in global human resource management?
What are the main issues in global human resource management?
- Financial accounting complexities
- Supply chain management issues
- Technological challenges
- Cultural differences, legal regulations, and language barriers (correct)
What is the function of HRM that used to be called 'personnel' and before that 'records management'?
What is the function of HRM that used to be called 'personnel' and before that 'records management'?
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According to DeNisi & Griffin (2019), how do they define Human Resources Management?
According to DeNisi & Griffin (2019), how do they define Human Resources Management?
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Study Notes
Human Resource Management (HRM)
- Refers to the policies, practices, and systems that influence employees' behavior, attitudes, and performance within an organization
Staffing Decisions in Global HRM
- Focus on finding the best talent for the job, regardless of location
Global HRM Issues
- Cultural differences
- Legal regulations
- Language barriers
- Communication effectiveness
HRM Function Formerly Known as "Personnel" and "Records Management"
- Employee relations, which involves managing the relationship between the organization and its employees
- Ensures fair and equitable treatment of all employees
- Handles employee concerns and grievances
DeNisi & Griffin's Definition of HRM (2019)
- The policies and practices involved in attracting, developing, and retaining employees who contribute to the organization's goals and objectives
- Focuses on the importance of human capital and its contribution to organizational success
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Test your knowledge of managing human resources globally with this quiz on staffing decisions, expatriates, and issues in global HRM. Evaluate your understanding of human resources in an international business and trade context.
