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What is the primary role of compensation managers in HRM?
What is the primary role of compensation managers in HRM?
- To develop training programs for employees
- To develop compensation plans and handle employee benefits (correct)
- To advise on labor relations and union negotiations
- To assist top management in strategic decision making
What do training specialists primarily focus on in HRM?
What do training specialists primarily focus on in HRM?
- Assisting with the financial analysis of HR operations
- Planning, organizing, and directing training activities (correct)
- Managing salary negotiations with unions
- Overseeing day-to-day HR activities
Which approach focuses on providing localized human resource management assistance?
Which approach focuses on providing localized human resource management assistance?
- Corporate HR
- Centralized HR
- Embedded HR (correct)
- Transactional HR
What is the purpose of transactional HR?
What is the purpose of transactional HR?
What is the main focus of corporate HR?
What is the main focus of corporate HR?
What does the Equal Pay Act of 1963 specifically require?
What does the Equal Pay Act of 1963 specifically require?
What age group does the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 primarily protect?
What age group does the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 primarily protect?
Under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, what is prohibited?
Under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, what is prohibited?
What must an employer show to defend an employment practice that has an adverse impact?
What must an employer show to defend an employment practice that has an adverse impact?
What does disparate treatment refer to in employment discrimination context?
What does disparate treatment refer to in employment discrimination context?
Which act requires federal contractors to take affirmative action for disabled persons?
Which act requires federal contractors to take affirmative action for disabled persons?
In the case of Griggs v. Duke Power Company, what was established about employment discrimination?
In the case of Griggs v. Duke Power Company, what was established about employment discrimination?
What type of environment is characterized by behaviors that affect an employee's emotional and psychological well-being?
What type of environment is characterized by behaviors that affect an employee's emotional and psychological well-being?
What does disparate impact refer to in employment practices?
What does disparate impact refer to in employment practices?
Which of the following best describes 'adverse impact'?
Which of the following best describes 'adverse impact'?
What is meant by the four-fifths rule of thumb?
What is meant by the four-fifths rule of thumb?
What does the term 'disparate treatment' refer to?
What does the term 'disparate treatment' refer to?
Which law requires employers to make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees?
Which law requires employers to make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees?
What is the burden of proof in cases involving disparate impact after a prima facie case is established?
What is the burden of proof in cases involving disparate impact after a prima facie case is established?
What does 'mixed motive' refer to in employment practices?
What does 'mixed motive' refer to in employment practices?
What characterizes a restricted policy in employment?
What characterizes a restricted policy in employment?
What must an employer provide if an employee is unable to perform their job as structured?
What must an employer provide if an employee is unable to perform their job as structured?
What does the McDonnell-Douglas test assess?
What does the McDonnell-Douglas test assess?
What is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ)?
What is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ)?
What is reverse discrimination?
What is reverse discrimination?
Which term refers to a comparison of minority workers in an organization to the labor market?
Which term refers to a comparison of minority workers in an organization to the labor market?
What does 'business necessity' imply in terms of employment practices?
What does 'business necessity' imply in terms of employment practices?
What does validity refer to in the context of employment practices?
What does validity refer to in the context of employment practices?
Which of the following is considered a source of discrimination allegations?
Which of the following is considered a source of discrimination allegations?
What is an essential aspect of a business plan?
What is an essential aspect of a business plan?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the strategic planning process?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the strategic planning process?
What does the HR Scorecard primarily measure?
What does the HR Scorecard primarily measure?
Which type of strategy relates to the overall management of a company’s business portfolio?
Which type of strategy relates to the overall management of a company’s business portfolio?
In the context of strategic management, what is the primary goal of strategic human resource management?
In the context of strategic management, what is the primary goal of strategic human resource management?
Which SMART goal component emphasizes realism in goal setting?
Which SMART goal component emphasizes realism in goal setting?
What is a significant characteristic of a strategy map?
What is a significant characteristic of a strategy map?
Which aspect is part of the HR department's strategy execution role?
Which aspect is part of the HR department's strategy execution role?
Study Notes
Human Resource Management (HRM) Overview
- HRM encompasses acquiring, training, appraising, compensating employees, and managing labor relations, health and safety, and fairness concerns.
Roles in HRM
- Compensation Managers: Develop compensation plans and oversee employee benefits programs.
- Training Specialists: Responsible for planning, organizing, and directing training activities.
- Labor Relations Specialists: Advise management on union-management relations.
Approaches to Organizing HR
- Transactional HR: Centralized focus using call centers and outsourcing for day-to-day HR support.
- Corporate HR: Supports top management with strategic overview and planning.
- Embedded HR: Assigns HR generalists to departments like sales for localized support.
The Management Process
- Planning: Establishing organizational goals and standards.
- Organizing: Assigning specific tasks to subordinates for goal achievement.
Employment Discrimination Laws
- Equal Pay Act of 1963: Mandates equal compensation for equal work, regardless of sex.
- Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA): Protects individuals over 40 against age discrimination.
- Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Requires federal contractors to take affirmative action for disabled individuals.
- Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Act of 1974: Mandates affirmative action for government veterans.
- Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) of 1978: Prohibits discrimination based on pregnancy and related conditions.
Court Decisions on Equal Employment Opportunity
- Griggs v. Duke Power Company: Employment practices must be job-related, irrespective of employer intent, and require burden of proof to rest on the employer.
- Disparate Treatment: Occurs when individuals are treated differently based on race, religion, gender, or ethnicity.
- Disparate Impact: Neutral policies that inadvertently lead to significant disparities affecting protected groups.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990
- Requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for disabled individuals and prohibits discrimination based on disability status.
Discrimination Definitions
- Qualified Individuals: Those who can perform essential functions of the job.
- Reasonable Accommodation: Adjustments made to accommodate employees unless it causes undue hardship.
Types of Discrimination and Defenses
- Reverse Discrimination: Claims of discrimination against white males due to affirmative action policies.
- Business Necessity: Employers must prove their policies serve a legitimate business purpose that justifies any discrimination.
Business Planning and Strategy in HRM
- Business plans outline current situations and anticipated goals for 3-5 years, encompassing personnel, operations, and financial plans.
HR Strategy Execution
- HR strategies must align with corporate and competitive objectives to produce necessary employee capabilities and behaviors.
Setting SMART Goals
- Goals should be Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-based.
Strategic Planning Process
- Steps include defining the business, conducting audits, formulating direction, translating missions into goals, implementing strategies, and evaluating performance.
Types of Strategies
- Corporate-level Strategy: Defines the company's business portfolio and the relationships among its various businesses.
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Description
Explore the fundamentals of Human Resource Management in this quiz, focusing on key roles such as Compensation Managers and Training Specialists. Gain insight into compensation planning, employee benefits, training activities, and labor relations. This chapter sets the foundation for understanding effective HR practices.
