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What is considered a key concept in Human Capital?
Which phase of the evolutionary phases of HRM emphasizes outsourcing and contribution?
What does the term 'reasonable accommodation' refer to in employment legislation?
Which of the following is a characteristic of 'undue hardship' in employment accommodations?
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Which of the following is included in Labour Standards Legislation?
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What is a key responsibility of employers under Canadian legislation?
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Which behavior is classified as 'sexual coercion' in the workplace?
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What is the role of government regarding employment legislation?
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What is the primary focus of talent acquisition in human resource management?
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Which approach is used in the HR planning process to forecast future HR requirements?
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What is a key benefit of internal recruitment?
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What aspect of employer branding is important during the recruitment process?
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Which of the following is NOT a form of job design mentioned?
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What is the first step in the recruitment process?
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What is the role of the recruiter in the hiring process?
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How does the human capital theory relate to internal recruitment?
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Study Notes
Human Resources Management
- HRM focuses on organizations' people to drive successful performance and achieve goals.
- Human capital encompasses knowledge, education, training, skills, and expertise of individuals within an organization.
Evolution of HRM
- Scientific Management: Prioritizes production and analysis processes to minimize costs.
- Human Resources Movement: Shifts focus to people and their contribution to productivity.
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Evolutionary Phases:
- Phase 1: Primarily focused on administrative tasks like hiring, firing, and payroll.
- Phase 2: Involves union liaison, compliance with new laws, orientation, performance appraisals, and employee relations.
- Phase 3: Emphasizes strategic human resource management, outsourcing, and the contribution of employees.
- Phase 4: Line managers are expected to develop basic HR skills to achieve organizational objectives.
Environmental Influences on HRM
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External Influences:
- Economic Conditions: Impacting job availability and workforce demand.
- Labor Market: Influences the availability and cost of skilled labor.
- Technology: Shaping demands for new skills and job requirements.
- Government: Establishing legal frameworks affecting employment practices.
- Globalization: Expanding international competition and opportunities.
- Environmental Conditions: Societal expectations and values affecting organizational practices.
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Internal Influences:
- Organizational Culture and Climate: Impacting employee motivation, engagement, and performance.
- Management Practices: Shaping leadership styles and employee relations.
Government Legislation
- Governments balance the needs of employers and employees through legislation.
- Employers: Hold the right to modify work terms and arrangements.
- Employees: Are protected from harm and have rights to minimum employment standards.
Canadian Legislation
- Human Rights Legislation: Prohibits discrimination in employment on various grounds like race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, etc.
- Employment Standards Legislation: Establishes minimum employee entitlements, including wages, overtime pay, paid holidays, vacations, maternity leave, etc.
Reasonable Accommodation
- Reasonable Accommodation: Employers must adjust work arrangements for disabled employees to ensure equal access and participation.
- Undue Hardship: Employers are exempt from accommodation if it creates excessive costs or operational difficulties.
Sexual Harassment
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Sexual Harassment: Unwelcome sexual conduct, falling under two categories:
- Sexual Coercion: Has direct consequences for employment status, such as promotions or termination.
- Sexual Annoyance: Has no direct link to job benefits or employment status.
Four Designated Groups
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Designated Groups: Groups historically facing discrimination, requiring proactive measures for equal opportunity:
- Women.
- Indigenous Peoples.
- Persons with Disabilities.
- Visible Minorities.
Employment Standards Act
- Employment Standards Act: Both federal and provincial/territorial versions exist, outlining minimum employment standards.
- Enforcement: Complaints are settled through the labor ministry, not civil courts. There are time limits for filing complaints.
Job Analysis
- Job Analysis: A systematic process of gathering and analyzing information about jobs to understand their requirements.
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Steps in Job Analysis:
- Identify the Job(s) to be Analyzed: Determining which positions require analysis.
- Collect Job Information: Gathering data through interviews, observation, questionnaires, and job descriptions.
- Write Job Descriptions: Formalizing the gathered information, including tasks, responsibilities, qualifications, and working conditions.
- Write Job Specifications: Outline the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
- Update Job Descriptions/Specifications: Regularly reviewing and updating the documents to reflect changes.
Human Resources Planning
- Human Resources Planning (HRP): Forecasting future HR requirements of an organization.
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Strategic Importance of HRP:
- Contributes to organizational effectiveness in meeting goals.
- Aligns HR strategies with the overall business plan.
- Enhances cost-efficiency and resource allocation.
- Improves employee morale through proactive planning.
- Encourages adaptability to changing market conditions.
Steps in the HRP Process
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Forecast Future HR Requirements: Forecasting demand for employees based on
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Quantitative Approaches:
- Trend Analysis: Analyzing past employment data to identify trends.
- Ratio Analysis: Examining relationships between workforce size and organizational factors.
- Regression Analysis: Using statistical models to predict future HR needs.
- Scatterplots: Visualizing correlations between organizational indicators and HR needs.
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Qualitative Approaches:
- Expert Opinions: Collecting insights from supervisors and managers.
- Delphi Technique: Using a series of expert surveys to reach consensus.
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Quantitative Approaches:
- Analyze Current HR Inventory: Assessing the skills, experience, and potential of current employees.
- Forecast Future Labor Market Conditions: Anticipating changes in the supply and demand of labor.
- Compare Future Requirements with Current HR Inventory: Identifying HR gaps and surpluses.
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Develop HR Programs: Creating strategies to address HR gaps and surpluses.
- Recruitment and Selection Programs: Attracting and hiring qualified candidates.
- Training and Development Programs: Upgrading employee skills.
- Performance Management Systems: Evaluating and improving employee performance.
- Compensation and Benefits Programs: Attracting and retaining talent.
- Career Planning: Helping employees progress within the organization.
Talent Acquisition
- Talent Acquisition: A comprehensive approach to finding, acquiring, assessing, and hiring candidates.
- Key Element: Talent acquisition is central to organizational success in securing a competitive workforce.
- Recruitment: Searching for and attracting qualified applicants.
- Recruiter: A specialist focused on finding and attracting qualified candidates.
Employer Branding
- Employer Branding: Creating a positive image of an organization as an employer.
- Importance: Employer branding plays a significant role in attracting and retaining top talent.
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Building Employer Branding: Involves consistent messaging and positive experiences for potential candidates across all touchpoints.
- Website, social media presence, recruitment process, employee interactions, company culture, etc.
The Recruitment Process
- Internal Recruitment: Filling open positions with internal candidates.
- Advantages of Internal Recruitment: Leverages existing skills and experience, promotes employee morale, and reduces costs.
- External Recruitment: Hiring candidates from outside the organization.
- Advantages of External Recruitment: Introduces new skills and perspectives, access to a wider pool of candidates, and potential for greater diversity.
Internal Recruitment Methods
- Employee Referrals: Employees recommending qualified candidates.
- Job Posting: Advertising open positions within the organization.
- Internal Talent Pools: Maintaining a database of qualified internal candidates.
- Succession Planning: Developing strategies for filling key leadership roles.
External Recruitment Methods
- Online Job Boards: Websites dedicated to listing job openings.
- Social Media Recruiting: Using social media platforms to connect with potential candidates.
- Campus Recruiting: Visiting university campuses to source graduates.
- Professional Associations: Attending conferences and networking events.
- Employment Agencies: Partnering with specialized agencies to source candidates.
Job Enlargement, Rotation, and Enrichment
- Job Enlargement: Assigning tasks at the same level of responsibility to prevent boredom and increase job scope.
- Job Rotation: Systematically moving employees from one job to another to provide varied experience and broaden skillsets.
- Job Enrichment: Adding more meaningful tasks to enhance job satisfaction and challenge employees.
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This quiz explores the key concepts of Human Resources Management (HRM) and its evolution through various phases. It highlights the importance of human capital in organizations and external influences that affect HRM practices. Test your knowledge on these fundamental HRM principles.
