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What is a primary focus of SHRM in the 21st century?

Standardizing HR practices across all companies

Considering both organizational goals and employee well-being (correct)

Maximizing individual employee output alone

Reducing employee benefits to increase profits

Which characteristic defines the shift to the new economy?

Reduction in the importance of employee knowledge

A focus on mass production and physical tasks

Stagnation of business practices

Centrality of technological advancements and service sectors (correct)

Organizational change can occur due to several factors. Which of the following is NOT an example of organizational change?

Aging population effects

A global crisis

Acquisitions and mergers

Employee satisfaction surveys (correct)

What differentiates outsourcing from offshoring?

Offshoring maintains business activities in the same company but in a different country Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of flexibility in SHRM?

It supports adaptation to dynamic and changing environments Signup and view all the answers

Which industry is NOT highlighted as emerging in the new economy?

Manufacturing Signup and view all the answers

How are employees viewed within the SHRM framework?

As the organization's most valuable assets Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by a multiple-stakeholder perspective in the context of SHRM?

Aligning business strategy with various stakeholders, including employees Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of competitive advantage primarily indicate?

The relatively stronger position of an organization in comparison to its direct competitors. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT directly related to establishing competitive advantage?

Employee satisfaction levels. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of HRM, what does the term 'Micro HRM' (MHRM) focus on?

The individual employee level including recruitment and training. Signup and view all the answers

What does Strategic HRM (SHRM) emphasize?

Aligning HRM strategy with business strategy for competitive advantage. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes International HRM (IHRM)?

Shaping employment relationships with emphasis on expatriate needs. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is considered vital for organizational survival in competitive markets?

Ability to adapt to organizational changes. Signup and view all the answers

What fundamental shift has characterized the rise of the new economy?

An emphasis on flexible working times and service-oriented industries. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of HRM discussed?

Domestic HRM (DHRM). Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Image Descriptions

Two images are shown: one of a book with text, the other of a document with text
Each image is described as containing "text, book, paper"
Both images are described as having an "automatically generated description"
The images are labeled as "media/image2.png" and "media/image4.png"

Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) in the 21st Century

SHRM is a relatively new discipline, emerging in the last 25 years.
Organizations face a dynamic and constantly evolving environment.
SHRM prioritizes both organizational goals and employees' well-being.
Flexibility and good people management are essential in this environment.
SHRM takes a multiple-stakeholder perspective, aligning business and employee strategies.

The New Economy

The "new economy" signifies the shift from a manufacturing focus to a service-based economy.
The new economy is characterized by:
- Emerging sectors: IT, telecommunications, finance
- Technological advancements driving growth in the service industry
- Focus on intangible assets: reputation, brands, employee knowledge
- Flexible work arrangements enabled by internet technologies
- Outsourcing and offshoring business activities to developing countries

Organizational Change and Competitive Advantage

Organizational change refers to shifts in modern working life, impacting organizations and employees.
Examples of organizational changes include global crises, acquisitions, mergers, reorganizations, population aging, and financial crises.
These changes are marked by five "I's":
- Internationalization: Diverse workforce with various cultures
- Individualization: Importance of personal employee goals
- Informalization: Reduced power distance between management and employees
- Informatization: Digitalization and technology integration
- Intensification: Increased competition and intensity in the workplace

Competitive Advantage

A company's stronger position compared to its competitors.
Measured by financial performance, non-financial performance, reputation with customers and employees, and sustainability.
Provides insight into how well a company performs in its industry or region.
Depends on employees' and stakeholders' ability to adapt to organizational change.
Significantly influenced by human resources.
Vital for organizational survival.

The Changing Role of Work

The rise of the "new economy" shifted businesses from traditional production to services.
Technological advancements enabled flexible work schedules and made the computer a crucial tool.

Types of HRM

Micro HRM (MHRM): Focuses on employment relationship management at the individual employee level.
- Includes: recruitment, selection, induction, socialization, training, and development.
- Addresses employee inflow, throughflow, and outflow.
International HRM (IHRM): Investigates employment relationship management in a global context, especially for expatriates in multinational companies and international organizations.
- Challenges arise when multinationals implement the same strategy globally.
Strategic HRM (SHRM): Examines employment relationship management considering internal and external factors to gain a sustainable competitive advantage.
- Focuses on aligning business strategy with HRM strategy.

Perspectives of SHRM

Multi-actor perspective: Emphasizes the interests of various stakeholders: employees, managers, colleagues, and shareholders.
Broad societal view: Considers different institutional contexts, such as industry branches, regions, and countries.
Multi-level perspective: Includes both the individual employee and the strategic organizational perspective.

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Test your understanding of visual media with this quiz on image descriptions. Examine two images, one of a book and the other of a document, and their automatic textual descriptions. See how well you can identify key elements in each image.