Human Resource Management Overview

<p>Discrimination and affirmative action (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Employment (Equal Pay for Men and Women) Act (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To avoid legal penalties and promote fairness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Intellectual Property Laws (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Establishing competitive advantage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To protect workers against unfair treatment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Workers are increasingly managing multiple responsibilities. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An organization considered highly attractive due to effective HR practices. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reducing the workforce to suit the organization's current needs. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Minimizing the impact of stereotypes and discrimination. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Outsourcing and restructuring leading to position eliminations. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To define and attract candidates with desired characteristics. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Work-life balance initiatives. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It brings in diverse perspectives from various sources. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Promotional interviews (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An experienced employee teaching a new employee. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Feedback obtained from multiple raters, including self-assessment. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>A bias where all traits are rated together without distinction. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In-house facilities offering broad learning opportunities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To guide and support less-experienced employees. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The process of attracting, developing, and maintaining a qualified workforce for long-term organizational success.

HRM's role is to actively support an organization's strategic objectives to improve performance through employee productivity and financial results.

Federal laws requiring fair treatment of all employees and prohibiting discrimination based on protected characteristics.

Laws that outline fair pay and benefits for employees.

Laws in Jamaica that govern employment and labor relations within the country.

HRM plays a role in helping organizations become more competitive on a global scale.

Use of IT in HR functions, enabling e-HR activities.

HRM practices related to managing employees across different countries and cultures.

Jamaican law that protects workers from unfair treatment in the workplace, supports collective bargaining and restricts trade unions' disruptive industrial action.

Forecasting human needs and matching individuals with job vacancies.

Activities and practices to find the best applicants for specific jobs.

HR initiatives to help employees balance work and personal life.

A worker hired for a specified time, not a permanent employee.

A company attractive to potential employees due to good HR practices.

Reducing a company's workforce to an appropriate level.

Creating an environment where diversity benefits the organization while minimizing potential downsides.

Filling high-level positions by promoting existing employees within the organization.

Hiring new employees from outside the organization, allowing for diverse talent.

A detailed study of a job to understand its tasks, duties, and required skills.

A written summary of the job's responsibilities, requirements, and duties.

A list of the qualifications, skills, and experience required for a particular job.

Tools used to assess and evaluate job applicants, such as interviews or tests.

Training new employees by having them learn directly from experienced employees.