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What is the primary purpose of discipline in an organization?
What is the primary purpose of discipline in an organization?
- To enforce the organization's standards and regulations (correct)
- To improve communication between departments
- To promote social activities among employees
- To encourage employee creativity
How do complaints differ from grievances?
How do complaints differ from grievances?
- Complaints can be made orally or in writing, whereas grievances are only written.
- Complaints are informal allegations, while grievances are formal complaints by employees. (correct)
- Complaints are formal, while grievances are informal.
- Grievances are informal, while complaints are formal.
What is the main focus of the utilization function in human resources?
What is the main focus of the utilization function in human resources?
- Improving employee leisure time
- Increasing employee benefits
- Maximizing employee productivity and competitiveness (correct)
- Reducing labor costs
What does human resource planning involve?
What does human resource planning involve?
Which element of organizational structure refers to how jobs are designed?
Which element of organizational structure refers to how jobs are designed?
What does delegation in an organization refer to?
What does delegation in an organization refer to?
What can be said about the organizational structure of a construction company?
What can be said about the organizational structure of a construction company?
What does 'span of control' refer to in an organizational context?
What does 'span of control' refer to in an organizational context?
What is the primary focus of the Acquisition Function?
What is the primary focus of the Acquisition Function?
Which activity is part of the Development Function?
Which activity is part of the Development Function?
What is the purpose of job analysis in the Acquisition Function?
What is the purpose of job analysis in the Acquisition Function?
Which of the following is a goal of the Maintenance Function?
Which of the following is a goal of the Maintenance Function?
Which activity is necessary for personal and career development of employees?
Which activity is necessary for personal and career development of employees?
What does collective bargaining involve?
What does collective bargaining involve?
What is a key component of performance management?
What is a key component of performance management?
Which of the following describes the process of placement?
Which of the following describes the process of placement?
Study Notes
Acquisition Function
- Focuses on hiring a competent workforce to meet organizational needs.
- Job analysis identifies tasks and qualifications required for positions.
- Recruitment involves finding and engaging the necessary candidates.
- Selection determines which applicant fills the vacant roles.
- Placement assigns selected candidates to suitable jobs based on their skills.
Development Function
- Aims to enhance employees' capabilities for challenging tasks.
- Essential for personal career development and overall company growth.
- Training and Development target immediate performance and long-term skill broadening.
- Performance Appraisal, now known as performance management, measures job performance.
- Coping with Changing Technology integrates HR activities with technological advancements, requiring basic software knowledge.
Maintenance Function
- Seeks to cultivate employee loyalty and long-term retention.
- Wages and Salary Administration structures equitable compensation based on jobs and performance.
- Benefits and Services provide indirect financial compensation beyond basic salaries.
- Labor Management Relations manage employee-management interactions and union relationships.
- Collective Bargaining negotiates terms between management and employee representatives.
- Discipline involves enforcing organizational standards and regulations.
- Complaints are informal allegations, while grievances are formal complaints regarding employment terms.
Utilization Function
- Maximizes employee competitiveness by aligning careers with productivity goals.
- Human Resource Planning assesses and ensures adequate supply and demand of human resources.
- Career Development prepares individuals for progression in designated career paths, ensuring qualified personnel availability when needed.
Organizational Structure
- An organization chart is a vital management tool for efficient staff planning.
- Organizational structures vary based on business type and departmental emphasis.
- A construction firm may not need a research department, while a food manufacturer may prioritize it.
- Startups might lack a dedicated HR department initially, delegating functions to the owner.
Elements of Organizational Structures
- Job Design involves structuring how jobs relate to the whole business.
- Departmentalization coordinates work by structuring organizational jobs.
- Delegation allows seniors to assign specific tasks and decision-making powers to subordinates.
- Span of Control defines how many individuals report to a manager.
- Chain of Command establishes lines of authority within the organization.
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Description
This quiz covers key functions of Human Resource Management, including acquisition, development, and maintenance of the workforce. Explore topics like job analysis, recruitment, performance management, and employee retention strategies. Test your knowledge on how these functions support organizational goals and employee growth.
