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What is the first step in the HR Planning model?
What is the first step in the HR Planning model?
Which external factor must be assessed in the HR Planning - Applicability?
Which external factor must be assessed in the HR Planning - Applicability?
What method is used to determine the rewards expected from an HR initiative?
What method is used to determine the rewards expected from an HR initiative?
Which of the following is a characteristic of internal supply in HR Planning?
Which of the following is a characteristic of internal supply in HR Planning?
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In the context of HR planning, what does the term 'fit? freeze period' refer to?
In the context of HR planning, what does the term 'fit? freeze period' refer to?
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What should be included in the evaluation phase of HR planning?
What should be included in the evaluation phase of HR planning?
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Which process is NOT involved in the selection of HR processes?
Which process is NOT involved in the selection of HR processes?
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Which of the following indicates a 'no' in the categorization of needs?
Which of the following indicates a 'no' in the categorization of needs?
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What key role does HR planning serve in an organization?
What key role does HR planning serve in an organization?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor that HR planning must address?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that HR planning must address?
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What significant impact did Onofre have on the company’s safety culture?
What significant impact did Onofre have on the company’s safety culture?
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How did Onofre manage to mobilize his team effectively?
How did Onofre manage to mobilize his team effectively?
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What is a primary challenge highlighted by HR planning?
What is a primary challenge highlighted by HR planning?
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What is the primary purpose of the demands analysis in the R&S process?
What is the primary purpose of the demands analysis in the R&S process?
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Which factor does NOT directly influence the analysis of recruitment needs?
Which factor does NOT directly influence the analysis of recruitment needs?
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What does the selection process involve?
What does the selection process involve?
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What is a common characteristic of indirect recruitment?
What is a common characteristic of indirect recruitment?
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Which of these is NOT considered a desired outcome of recruitment?
Which of these is NOT considered a desired outcome of recruitment?
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What is implied by the term 'organizational activities' in recruitment?
What is implied by the term 'organizational activities' in recruitment?
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Which form of recruitment is specifically useful for jobs with seasonal demands?
Which form of recruitment is specifically useful for jobs with seasonal demands?
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What is part of the recruitment plan?
What is part of the recruitment plan?
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What is the primary focus of HR planning?
What is the primary focus of HR planning?
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Which factor is NOT considered in determining HR demands?
Which factor is NOT considered in determining HR demands?
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What methodology can be used for estimating HR demands?
What methodology can be used for estimating HR demands?
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Which of the following is a component of HR planning?
Which of the following is a component of HR planning?
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What is one of the main advantages of internal recruitment?
What is one of the main advantages of internal recruitment?
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What does 'supply assessment' in HR planning refer to?
What does 'supply assessment' in HR planning refer to?
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Which of the following best describes 'demands analysis'?
Which of the following best describes 'demands analysis'?
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Which of the following is NOT a method of external recruitment?
Which of the following is NOT a method of external recruitment?
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What is a disadvantage of relying solely on internal recruitment?
What is a disadvantage of relying solely on internal recruitment?
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How does organizational culture influence HR planning?
How does organizational culture influence HR planning?
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Why might a company choose to utilize headhunters or executive consultants?
Why might a company choose to utilize headhunters or executive consultants?
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Which aspect does NOT typically fall under HR planning activities?
Which aspect does NOT typically fall under HR planning activities?
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Which of the following represents a potential drawback of external recruitment?
Which of the following represents a potential drawback of external recruitment?
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What is a common challenge of implementing a mixed recruitment approach?
What is a common challenge of implementing a mixed recruitment approach?
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When might internal recruitment be most suitable for an organization?
When might internal recruitment be most suitable for an organization?
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What is a benefit of external recruitment mentioned in the context?
What is a benefit of external recruitment mentioned in the context?
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Study Notes
HR Planning & Demands
- HR planning is the process of analyzing current and future human resource needs and developing strategies to meet those needs.
- It is influenced by internal factors such as organizational strategy, culture and external factors like competition, markets, and the availability of resources.
- Needs Analysis is used to determine the number and types of employees an organization needs to achieve its goals.
- Supply Assessment involves analyzing the current workforce in terms of skills, experience, and potential.
- Demands Analysis is used to determine the number and types of employees the organization will need in the future, considering projections, growth, and changing market conditions.
HR Planning Responses
- Response Programs aim to align the HR supply with demand.
- Recruitment, selection, training and development, remuneration, career planning, and performance management are examples of these programs.
- Restructuring, freeze periods, reduction of hours, early retirement, layoffs, and downsizing can be used to address a surplus in the workforce.
HR Planning Model
- The HR planning model involves identifying needs and supply, selecting HR processes, and evaluating the effectiveness of those processes.
- Internal HR processes include promotion, mobility, career planning, and turnover control.
- External HR processes include recruitment, selection, executive exchange, and training.
Recruitment
- Recruitment is the process of attracting qualified candidates for job openings.
- Recruitment Analysis involves identifying the needs of the organization in order to achieve strategic goals and determining the requirements for specific jobs.
- Internal recruitment uses existing employees for new roles, considering promotions, mobilitions, and referrals.
- External recruitment involves sourcing candidates from outside the organization through job advertisements, spontaneous applications, and employment agencies.
- Direct Recruitment utilizes the organization's own resources to attract candidates and Indirect Recruitment relies on outside agencies or consultants.
- Recruitment Plan outlines the methods used to attract and select qualified candidates, including deadlines, budget, advertising methods, and application procedures.
Recruitment Plan: Internal vs External
- Internal recruitment benefits include motivating employees, fostering loyalty, and lowering costs.
- Internal recruitment disadvantages include limiting new ideas, promoting routine, and potentially hindering innovation.
- External recruitment benefits include accessing a wider pool of candidates, bringing in new ideas, and introducing fresh perspectives.
- External recruitment disadvantages include potential for higher costs, increased time, and a risk of organizational "culture clash."
Case Study:
- The case study of Onofre, an experienced health and safety manager, highlights the need for effective HR planning to address succession planning and potential workforce gaps.
Recruitment Process
- Job analysis involves defining the tasks, responsibilities, and qualifications required for a specific job.
- Job descriptions outline the key duties and responsibilities of a position.
- Skills and competencies analysis identifies the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform a job successfully.
- Candidate attraction is the process of attracting qualified candidates to apply for open positions, using various methods like job advertising, networking, and social media.
- Candidate selection involves assessing candidates based on their qualifications and selecting the most suitable candidates for the role.
Selection Process
- The selection process involves evaluating and choosing the most qualified candidates for an open position.
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This quiz explores the essential concepts of HR planning, including the analysis of current and future human resource needs. It covers internal and external factors affecting HR, needs analysis, supply assessment, and response programs. Test your understanding of recruitment, training, and performance management strategies.
