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What was the primary focus of Frederick Taylor's Scientific Management?
What was the primary focus of Frederick Taylor's Scientific Management?
Which approach to HRM focuses on aligning HR strategies with internal and external organizational variables?
Which approach to HRM focuses on aligning HR strategies with internal and external organizational variables?
What is a key characteristic of Strategic HRM compared to Traditional HRM?
What is a key characteristic of Strategic HRM compared to Traditional HRM?
Which of the following best defines organizational culture?
Which of the following best defines organizational culture?
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What is the primary objective of HR planning?
What is the primary objective of HR planning?
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What is the purpose of job design in HRM?
What is the purpose of job design in HRM?
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Which method of forecasting HR needs relies on historical data and statistical analysis?
Which method of forecasting HR needs relies on historical data and statistical analysis?
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What is an essential characteristic of HRM that aligns with organizational goals?
What is an essential characteristic of HRM that aligns with organizational goals?
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What is the primary focus of training compared to development?
What is the primary focus of training compared to development?
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Which component does NOT belong to Talent Management?
Which component does NOT belong to Talent Management?
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What percentage of learning is derived from on-the-job experiences according to the learning framework?
What percentage of learning is derived from on-the-job experiences according to the learning framework?
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Which form of compensation is characterized by work-life balance initiatives?
Which form of compensation is characterized by work-life balance initiatives?
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What is the role of performance appraisal in performance management?
What is the role of performance appraisal in performance management?
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Which stage in the conflict management process follows 'perceived' conflict?
Which stage in the conflict management process follows 'perceived' conflict?
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Which is NOT a phase of onboarding for new employees?
Which is NOT a phase of onboarding for new employees?
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What is a key feature of collective agreements in labor relations?
What is a key feature of collective agreements in labor relations?
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Which of these contributes the least to employee engagement?
Which of these contributes the least to employee engagement?
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Which of the following Big Five Traits refers to a person's ability to manage emotions?
Which of the following Big Five Traits refers to a person's ability to manage emotions?
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Study Notes
HRM Introduction
- HRM manages employees to enhance performance and align with organizational objectives.
- Human resources are the employees contributing to organizational goals.
- HRM evolved from Scientific Management (Taylor) to Human Relations (Mayo) and a Contingency approach.
HRM Evolution
- Scientific Management (Taylor): Focused on productivity optimization through task-focused financial incentives.
- Human Relations (Mayo): Recognized psychological and social factors impacting employee welfare and group dynamics.
- Contingency Approach: Aligns HR strategies with internal and external factors for best results.
Traditional vs. Strategic HRM
- Traditional HRM: Focuses on compliance, minimizing costs, and operational roles.
- Strategic HRM: Long-term planning, proactively develops employees and organizational culture.
HRM Objectives
- Attract and retain high-quality talent.
- Improve productivity and maintain regulatory compliance.
- Align HR practices with organizational goals.
Strategy, Culture, and HR Functions
- Strategic HRM integrates recruitment, performance management, training, and compensation to support business strategy.
- Organizational culture is defined by shared values, beliefs, and practices impacting employee behavior.
- Organizational culture is communicated through rituals, symbols, and narratives, and influences recruitment, retention, and employee satisfaction.
Human Resources Planning
- HR planning aligns workforce supply with business needs.
- HR planning improves employee motivation and organizational efficiency.
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Forecasting Methods:
- Quantitative: Uses historical data through statistical models (trend analysis).
- Qualitative: Relies on expert opinions (Delphi technique).
- HR planning integrates with recruitment, selection, training, and career development to meet organizational needs.
Job Analysis and Design
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Job Analysis: A systematic study of a job's tasks, responsibilities and competencies.
- Steps include defining objectives, identifying tasks, behaviors & conditions, selecting analysis methods (observation, interviews), and documenting results.
- Job Design: Structures roles to maximize efficiency and employee satisfaction, adjusting to organizational changes.
Recruitment, Selection, and Onboarding
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Recruitment: Attracts qualified candidates for a job.
- Sources include internal (promotions, transfers) and external (job boards, universities, agencies).
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Selection: Matches organizational needs with candidate characteristics.
- Tools include CVs, interviews, aptitude & personality tests.
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Onboarding: Integrates new employees.
- Phases include welcome & orientation (company culture), training (job-specific and organizational), and evaluation (onboarding effectiveness feedback).
Development, Training, and Learning
- Training: Focuses on meeting current job requirements. Short-term, individual-focused.
- Development: Prepares employees for future roles. Long-term, organizational focus.
- Learning Framework: 70% on-the-job experience, 20% feedback and mentoring, 10% formal training.
- Talent Management: Identifies high-potential employees for leadership roles and fosters continuous learning.
Talent and Performance Management
- Talent Management encompasses performance measurement (evaluating contributions), career planning (succession pathways), and commitment/communication (aligning with organizational goals).
- Performance Appraisal: Systematic assessment of employee performance and alignment with strategic goals. Criteria include competencies, attitudes, and goal achievements.
Remuneration and Compensation
- Compensation includes fixed (base salary), variable (bonuses, incentives), and non-monetary (benefits like healthcare, leave). Emotional compensation includes work-life balance.
- Factors affecting pay include organizational goals, employee performance, and legal compliance.
Labor Relations and Dismissals
- Labor Relations: Collective agreements (negotiated at multiple levels) define working conditions, wages, and policies.
- Dismissals: Includes resignations, contract expirations, and formal dismissals. Exit interviews and legal compliance are critical.
Employee Engagement and Experience
- Employer Branding: Enhances recruitment and retention, aligning HR policies with employee expectations.
- Work-Life Balance Programs: Examples include teleworking, wellness initiatives, and milestone celebrations.
Organizational Behavior Introduction
- Organizational behavior studies individual, group, and organizational behaviors drawing from psychology, sociology, and anthropology.
Organizational Behavior Concepts
- Personality and Perception: Big Five traits (extroversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, emotional stability, openness) and emotional intelligence.
- Leadership Styles: Behavioral models (task vs. people orientation).
- Team Management: Teams require clear goals, complementary roles, and effective communication. Stages include orientation, dissatisfaction, resolution, production.
- Conflict Management: Stages from latent to resolution with styles like avoidance, competition, compromise, collaboration.
- Motivation: Theories include Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, and Vroom's Expectancy Theory.
- Change Management: Phases: stagnation, preparation, implementation, consistency, goal achievement. Challenges include resistance and communication gaps.
- Health and Well-being: Focuses on workplace wellness initiatives for physical and mental well-being.
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Explore the fundamentals of Human Resource Management (HRM), from its historical roots in Scientific Management to the modern strategic approaches. This quiz covers key HRM concepts, objectives, and the contrast between traditional and strategic HRM practices. Test your understanding of how HRM aligns with organizational goals.
