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What is the primary purpose of the Protective labor laws in Jamaica?
What is the primary purpose of the Protective labor laws in Jamaica?
Temporary and part-time employees are now a smaller part of the workforce compared to full-time employees.
Temporary and part-time employees are now a smaller part of the workforce compared to full-time employees.
False
Name one initiative HR managers use to promote work-life balance.
Name one initiative HR managers use to promote work-life balance.
Telecommuting
An employer of choice focuses on both tangible benefits and __________.
An employer of choice focuses on both tangible benefits and __________.
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Match the following types of labor laws with their descriptions:
Match the following types of labor laws with their descriptions:
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What does rightsizing refer to in an organization?
What does rightsizing refer to in an organization?
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Managing diversity in organizations is only about ensuring equal benefits for all employees.
Managing diversity in organizations is only about ensuring equal benefits for all employees.
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What is human resource planning?
What is human resource planning?
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What is the fastest-growing approach to recruiting?
What is the fastest-growing approach to recruiting?
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Promotion from within refers to hiring new employees from external sources.
Promotion from within refers to hiring new employees from external sources.
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What is the purpose of performance appraisal?
What is the purpose of performance appraisal?
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The process of determining the skills and attributes needed for a job is known as _____.
The process of determining the skills and attributes needed for a job is known as _____.
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Match the training methods with their descriptions:
Match the training methods with their descriptions:
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Which source of recruits involves promoting current employees?
Which source of recruits involves promoting current employees?
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The halo effect in performance evaluations can lead to balanced assessments of employees.
The halo effect in performance evaluations can lead to balanced assessments of employees.
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Name one error in performance evaluations.
Name one error in performance evaluations.
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What is one of the strategic roles of Human Resource Management (HRM)?
What is one of the strategic roles of Human Resource Management (HRM)?
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HRM is only responsible for hiring and firing employees.
HRM is only responsible for hiring and firing employees.
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Name one of the categories under federal laws that affect Human Resource Management.
Name one of the categories under federal laws that affect Human Resource Management.
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The __________ Act focuses on ensuring equal pay for men and women.
The __________ Act focuses on ensuring equal pay for men and women.
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Match the following laws to their categories:
Match the following laws to their categories:
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Which of the following is NOT a current strategy issue of interest to managers?
Which of the following is NOT a current strategy issue of interest to managers?
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The strategic role of HRM has become less important in corporate strategy over time.
The strategic role of HRM has become less important in corporate strategy over time.
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What is one key aspect of HRM that enhances employee productivity?
What is one key aspect of HRM that enhances employee productivity?
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Study Notes
Human Resource Management (HRM)
- HRM is the process of attracting, developing, and maintaining a workforce.
- HRM aims to ensure an effective workforce for the long term.
Elements of HRM
- All managers are resource managers.
- Employees are viewed as assets.
- Matching organizational goals with employee needs.
Strategic Role of HRM
- HRM drives organizational performance.
- HRM is a crucial tool for implementing organizational strategies.
- HR departments are now considered vital players in corporate strategies.
- HRM actively pursues integrated plans for increasing performance.
- HRM contributes to higher employee productivity and positive financial results.
- HRM helps an organization achieve its strategic goals.
- HRM plays an essential role in the management team.
Current Strategy Issues for Managers
- Finding the right people to increase competitiveness on a global scale
- Improving product quality, productivity, and customer service
- Managing mergers and acquisitions
- Applying new information technologies for e-business
Three Ways HR is Changing
- Building human capital
- Developing global strategies
- Using information technology (e-HR)
Legal Framework of HRM
- Federal laws addressing equal employment opportunity (EEO)/discrimination, compensation/benefits, and health/safety.
- Local laws in Jamaica, including laws for employment, industrial relations, and industrial safety.
- Jamaican labor laws aim to protect workers from unfair treatment, support collective bargaining, and limit trade union activities.
Societal Trends Influencing HRM
- Teams and projects emphasize collaborative work.
- Temporary/part-time employees and contingent workers are becoming more common.
- Companies focus on work-life balance through flexible scheduling and telecommuting.
- Organizations aim to be designated as "employers of choice."
Rightsizing (Downsizing) the Organization
- Intentionally reducing employee numbers for organizational efficiency.
Diversity
- Organizations manage diversity by creating a climate to maximize potential advantages and minimize disadvantages.
- Issues such as prejudice, stereotypes, and discrimination are addressed.
Goals of HRM
- Attract a high-quality workforce by planning, forecasting, recruiting, and selecting.
- Maintain an effective workforce through compensation policies (wage, salary, benefits), labor relations, and termination practices.
- Develop an effective workforce through ongoing training, development, and performance appraisal processes.
Human Resource Planning & Recruiting
- Forecasting and matching individuals to job vacancies.
- Internal and external recruitment approaches (promotions, new hires).
- E-recruiting utilizes the internet.
Training and Development
- On-the-job training with experienced employees teaching new ones.
- Corporate universities offer broad training courses.
- Mentoring and coaching use experienced employees to guide less-experienced ones.
Performance Appraisal
- Observing, evaluating, and recording employee performance.
- Providing feedback to guide future development
- Using various evaluation methods like 360-degree evaluations or BARS.
Compensation
- Wage and salary (job-based, skills-based, competency-based)
- Compensation equity (determining fair pay rates)
- Pay-for-performance (incentive pay)
- Benefits (legal requirements, health insurance, vacation, etc.)
Termination
- Legitimate employee terminations due to underperformance or disruptive behavior.
- Exit interviews to understand reason for termination.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of Human Resource Management (HRM), including its strategic roles and current issues faced by managers. This quiz covers elements such as workforce attraction, development, and the integration of HRM into organizational strategies to enhance performance and productivity.
