Human Resource Management: Definition and Scope
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What is the primary focus of Human Resource Management (HRM)?

  • Marketing strategies
  • Managing employees (correct)
  • Product development
  • Financial management

Which management approach introduced the idea of scientific selection of employees based on capabilities?

  • Performance management
  • Scientific management (correct)
  • Operations management
  • Strategic management

In HRM historical developments, what was the primary focus of most companies in the period of 1910-1930?

  • Market expansion
  • Automation
  • Employee well-being (correct)
  • Increasing profits

What is the main objective of scientific management introduced by Frederick Taylor?

<p>Motivating workers based on output (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which field does HRM primarily focus on in an organization?

<p>Human capital (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Human Resource Management from Financial Management?

<p>Focus on employee well-being (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In HRM, what is considered the antecedent with job satisfaction as the outcome?

<p>Fulfilling job (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary focus of Personnel Management (PM) as compared to HRM?

<p>Administration of people (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does HRM view employees in terms of their role within the organization?

<p>As tools for profit (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a top priority for HRM in the text?

<p>Recruitment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinguishing factor between Personnel Management (PM) and HRM in terms of how they view employees' contributions?

<p>As contributors to wellness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which management approach emphasizes a healthy relationship between the organization and its employees, extending to employees' family members?

<p>HRM (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Human Resource Management (HRM)?

<p>Continuing effective utilization of employees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does HRD differ from HRM based on the text?

<p>HRM focuses on employees' potential (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between HRM and HRD according to the text?

<p>HRM is dependent on HRD decisions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the goal of Human Resource Development (HRD) based on the text?

<p>Promoting outstanding performance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do HRM and HRD differ in terms of decision-making responsibilities?

<p>HRD makes decisions on HRM plans (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following events marked the birth of union membership that gave considerable importance to employer-employee relationships?

<p>The period from 1945-1965 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a pressing concern for employers during the period from 1985 to the present?

<p>Coping with the demands of change, competition, and job efficiency (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following events led to the development of employment tests and selection techniques?

<p>The field of industrial psychology and the beginning of World War I (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibit?

<p>Discriminatory practices based on individual characteristics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which period did pay and benefits programs gain notable value as organized unions bargained for paid work leaves, health, and welfare coverage?

<p>1945-1965 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary aim of employers during the period from 1985 to the present, according to the text?

<p>Effectively coping with the intense demands and effects of change, competition, and job efficiency (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of studying Human Resource Management (HRM) for entrepreneurs?

<p>Learning how to manage financial resources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe Human Resource Management (HRM) in contrast to Personnel Management (PM)?

<p>HRM is focused on developing employee knowledge and skills, while PM is more administrative. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a feature of Human Resource Management (HRM)?

<p>It is focused on short-term goals. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between Personnel Management (PM) and Human Resource Management (HRM) according to the text?

<p>PM is reactive, while HRM is proactive in handling adverse situations. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Human Resource Management (HRM) is NOT true according to the text?

<p>HRM is focused on short-term objectives. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can studying Human Resource Management (HRM) benefit supervisors and leaders?

<p>It can provide them with a competitive edge in recruitment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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