HR Management Chapter 1 Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of Chapter 1 in 'Human Resources Management in Canada'?

To discuss the historical evolution of human resources management.

To explain the importance of HRM and how it is part of every manager's job. (correct)

To analyze the impact of internal and external environmental factors on HRM policies and practices.

To define what human resources management (HRM) is and its relation to non-HR managers.

Which learning objective from Chapter 1 involves the identification of tools to help make evidence-based HRM decisions?

1.2 Explain how HRM has changed over time to include a higher-level advisory role.

1.3 Identify tools to help make evidence-based HRM decisions. (correct)

1.1 Define what human resources management (HRM) is and analyze how it relates to the management process and non-HR managers.

1.4 Describe professionalism and ethics in the HRM function.

What do managers accomplish in an organization, according to the text?

Managers oversee the financial aspects of the organization to ensure profitability.

Managers perform the management process of planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling.

Managers accomplish organization’s goals by managing the efforts of the organization’s people. (correct)

Managers establish formal roles for all employees within the organization.

What is the focus of learning objective 1.4 in Chapter 1?

Describing professionalism and ethics in the HRM function. Signup and view all the answers

According to Chapter 1, what has been an evolution in HRM over time?

The inclusion of a higher-level advisory role for HRM. Signup and view all the answers

In relation to HRM, what is the primary focus of Chapter 1?

The importance of HRM and its integration into every manager's job. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of Human Resources Management (HR M)?

Creating a productive work environment Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'human capital' refer to?

The knowledge, education, training, skills, and expertise of an organization’s workforce Signup and view all the answers

Why is HR Management important to all managers?

To avoid unfair labor practices Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of strategic management?

Identifying and executing the strategic plan by matching the company’s capabilities with the demands of its environment Signup and view all the answers

What are high performance HR practices positively related to?

Productivity and financial performance Signup and view all the answers

What does talent management refer to?

Developing employee skills Signup and view all the answers

Which component is NOT a responsibility of Human Resources Management?

Maximizing short-term profits Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of human capital in an organization?

It contributes to productivity and financial performance Signup and view all the answers

Why are high performance HR practices important?

They have a positive relationship with productivity and financial performance Signup and view all the answers

Why do managers need to be cautious in HR Management?

To avoid unfair labor practices and other mistakes such as hiring the wrong person for the job, high turnover, and discrimination lawsuits. Signup and view all the answers