10 Questions
How is human resource management (HRM) defined?
Human resource management is defined as a strategic and coherent approach to the management of an organization’s most valued assets – the people working there who individually and collectively contribute to the achievement of its objectives.
According to John Storey (1989), what aspects constitute the meaningful version of HRM?
John Storey suggests that the meaningful version of HRM includes: a particular constellation of beliefs and assumptions, a strategic thrust informing decisions about people management, the framework of strategic HRM, and the central.
What are the various models of HRM described in the chapter?
The various models of HRM are described in the chapter.
What are some reservations about HRM discussed in the chapter?
The chapter concludes with a review of reservations about HRM.
What is the relationship between HRM and personnel management as mentioned in the text?
The chapter concludes with a review of reservations about HRM and the relationship between HRM and personnel management.
According to Boxall (1993), what are the two key components in the formulation of HR strategies?
The two key components are defining what an organization intends to do in order to attain defined goals in overall human resource management policy and setting out how they will be implemented.
What does Boxall (1993) suggest about the strategy formation process?
Boxall suggests that the strategy formation process is complex, and excessively rationalistic models that advocate formalistic linkages between strategic planning and HR planning are not particularly helpful to our understanding of it.
According to Boxall (1993), what is the relationship between business strategy and HR strategy?
Business strategy may be an important influence on HR strategy, but it is only one of several factors.
What, according to Boxall (1993), is essential for the development of coherent and integrated HR strategies?
Coherent and integrated HR strategies are only likely to be developed if the top team understands and acts upon the strategic imperatives associated with the employment, development, and motivation of people.
What does Boxall (1993) emphasize as a crucial factor for the development of HR strategies?
Boxall emphasizes that the top team's understanding and actions in response to the strategic imperatives associated with the employment, development, and motivation of people are crucial for the development of HR strategies.
Test your knowledge of Human Resource Management with this quiz! Explore the definition, models, aims, and characteristics of HRM, as well as its relationship with personnel management. Challenge yourself with questions on this crucial aspect of organizational management.
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