Human Resource Management Techniques

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What is emphasized as more important than managing procedures and systems in HR management?

Managing processes effectively

Managing compliance with laws

Managing organizational culture (correct)

Managing employee schedules

Which component is NOT mentioned as an area where HR actions should be integrated?

Reward

Selection

Training

Marketing (correct)

What is the primary focus of HR philosophies?

Values and guiding principles (correct)

Financial planning

Operational tactics

Implementation guidelines

How is the concept of strategy defined in organizations?

An approach to compete and grow Signup and view all the answers

What improves individual and organizational performance according to restructuring and job redesign?

More responsibility and empowerment Signup and view all the answers

What is a fundamental concept that recognizes employees as valuable assets?

Human capital Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is crucial for sustainable value creation according to HR management?

Workforce development and management Signup and view all the answers

What does strategic HRM primarily focus on?

Planned human resource deployments Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of job analysis in HRM?

Identifying skills and abilities required for a job Signup and view all the answers

How does the new HRM model differ from the old model regarding the strategic component?

It becomes the largest part of the pyramid structure. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of HRM as mentioned in the content?

Employee engagement strategies Signup and view all the answers

What role do line managers play in HRM according to the content?

They implement HR policies and are critical to business success. Signup and view all the answers

What is a policy in the context of HRM?

A set of guidelines designed to influence decisions Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of hard human resource planning?

Ensuring the right number of people are available when needed Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as more important than managing procedures and systems in HRM?

Managing culture Signup and view all the answers

Why has there been a shift in the focus of HRM towards a strategic model?

Due to globalization and the need for greater effectiveness Signup and view all the answers

Which objective is NOT associated with HR planning?

Improving company profit margins Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the relationship between HRM and competitive advantage?

HRM is essential for providing a competitive edge through effective people management. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key element of flexibility plans in HR planning?

Adapting swiftly to changes using HR best practices Signup and view all the answers

Scenario planning in HR is primarily used to:

Understand and prepare for future labor requirements Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main purposes of retention plans in HR?

To retain individuals crucial for organizational success Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a qualitative consideration in HR planning?

Identifying the skill gaps within the current workforce Signup and view all the answers

What does effective HR planning aim to reduce regarding workforce management?

Dependence on external recruitment Signup and view all the answers

Which component does NOT typically fall under a resourcing strategy?

Financial plans for budgeting future salaries Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Human Resource Management and Techniques

This course covers Human Resource Management (HRM) and its techniques.
The material is from the first semester at the University of Huelva.
The document includes a table of contents listing topics in the course.
Topics include organizational aspects of HRM, strategy, company culture, communication, work & job analysis, job design including characteristics models, HR policies and HRM planning.

Organizational Aspects of HRM

The subject matter includes HRM as all managerial activities concerned with the employment relationship.
HRM focuses on shaping organizations and achieving strategic objectives.
Key elements include job analysis, job description, and job specification.
Job descriptions outline tasks; specifications detail skills/abilities.
Job Analysis and processes were noted.
Key levers in managing organizations are highlighted.

Company Culture

Company culture encompasses shared values, norms, beliefs, and assumptions.
It influences organizational behavior, even if implicitly defined.
Several definitions and components of organizational culture are discussed, including values, norms, and artefacts.
Training policies are aligned with company culture, e.g. onboarding and mentorship, continuous learning programs.

Communication in Companies

Communication in organizations includes vertical (top-down/bottom-up) and horizontal communication.
Vertical communication flows between different levels; horizontal between departments/groups.
Informal communication is also important and often faster than formal communication.

Work and Job Analysis

Work involves efforts to complete a result; jobs are the organized tasks.
Approaches for dealing with jobs include workflow analysis and re-engineering.
Job design organizes tasks, roles, and responsibilities in work units.
Job enlargement adds tasks, job enrichment adds responsibility levels.

HRM Planning

The process aims to anticipate and meet human resource needs.
This is done by analyzing the quantitative (numbers of employees), and needs.
Planning processes for resource, flexibility, and retention are important.

Recruitment Process

Recruitment involves generating a pool of qualified candidates.
This includes activities such as advertising, employee referrals, and external recruiting.
The process includes receiving applications, screening applications, employment testing, interviews, reference checking, medical examinations, and final selection stages.
Recruitment and selection processes are distinct, despite being interrelated. Selection is the pick for qualified candidates.

Selection Process

Selection is focused on finding and choosing the most suitable candidates for specific positions.
Steps in the selection process include applications reception, screening, employing tests, interviews, and references checking.
Various factors influence the selection process. Factors such as company culture, pay, organization culture, and market conditions affect this process. Selection process involves several steps.
The process includes tests that combine achievement, aptitude, psychometric, intelligence, and group situational tests.

Job Design

Job design focuses on elements like skill variety, task identity, task significance, autonomy, and feedback.
These characteristics affect employee motivation and performance.
Approaches for designing jobs like teams, job enlargement, and job enrichment are detailed.

###HRM Models

HRM models like Michigan and Harvard models are discussed.
Key advantages and disadvantages associated with these models.

Other

Course content incorporates organizational charts, data on organizational planning processes, and scenario planning, as well as different job analysis techniques.

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This quiz covers key topics in Human Resource Management as part of a first-semester course at the University of Huelva. It explores organizational aspects, company culture, communication, job analysis, and HRM strategies. Understanding these elements is critical for shaping effective HR policies and achieving strategic objectives in organizations.

Human Resource Management Techniques - 1st Semester

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