Human Resources Basics Quiz

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What does Human Resource Management (HRM) aim to achieve?

  • Minimizing production costs through automation
  • Optimizing company performance through better management of human resources (correct)
  • Expanding market reach through aggressive advertising
  • Maximizing shareholder wealth through financial strategies

What is the primary responsibility of Human Resources (HR) department?

  • Finding, recruiting, screening, and training job applicants (correct)
  • Managing financial aspects of the organization
  • Handling marketing and sales strategies
  • Developing new products and services

Who are considered as part of Human Resources in an organization?

  • Full-time employees, contractors, freelancers, and contingent workers (correct)
  • Only senior management
  • Only full-time employees
  • Only contractors and freelancers

Why is Human Resources (HR) considered essential for a company?

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What are the key functions of Human Resources (HR) departments?

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HRM's Goal

To boost company performance via effective people management.

HR's Main Job

Finding, hiring, and developing job candidates.

Who is 'Human Resources'?

All workers: full-time, part-time, contractors and freelancers.

Why HR Matters?

To keep things running well and employees satisfied.

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HR Key Activities

Hiring, training, paying, supporting, and off-boarding employees.

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Study Notes

Human Resource Management (HRM)

  • Aims to achieve effective management of an organization's workforce to maximize productivity and achieve business objectives

Human Resources (HR) Department

  • Primary responsibility is to manage an organization's workforce, from recruiting and hiring to training and development

Who are part of Human Resources in an organization?

  • Include all employees, from top-level executives to frontline workers, who contribute to achieving business objectives

Importance of Human Resources (HR)

  • Considered essential for a company as it helps to improve productivity, increase job satisfaction, and reduce employee turnover

Key Functions of Human Resources (HR) Departments

  • Recruitment and selection of new employees
  • Training and development programs to enhance employee skills
  • Performance management and appraisal systems
  • Compensation and benefits administration
  • Employee relations and conflict resolution
  • Maintaining compliance with labor laws and regulations

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