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What is the first step in the integrated strategic planning process?
What is the first step in the integrated strategic planning process?
- Communication of needs and constraints to HR manager
- Development and knowledge of organization’s overall purpose (correct)
- Providing inputs by HR manager regarding key HR areas
- Integration of HR and other functional plans
Which period corresponds to strategic plans that establish the company’s vision and major long-range objectives?
Which period corresponds to strategic plans that establish the company’s vision and major long-range objectives?
- Long period (5 or more years) (correct)
- Operation period (1 year)
- Intermediate period (3 years)
- Short period (day-to-day or week-by-week)
During which step does the HR manager provide inputs regarding capabilities and constraints?
During which step does the HR manager provide inputs regarding capabilities and constraints?
- Step IV - Integration of HR and other functional plans
- Step II - Providing inputs by HR manager (correct)
- Step III - Corporate strategists communicate their needs
- Step I - Development and knowledge of organization’s purpose
What type of planning covers a time span of about one year and involves detailed plans for various controls?
What type of planning covers a time span of about one year and involves detailed plans for various controls?
Which step involves the integration of HR with other functional plans?
Which step involves the integration of HR with other functional plans?
Flashcards
Step I: Defining the Organization's Purpose
Step I: Defining the Organization's Purpose
The first step in integrated strategic planning, where the organization defines its overall purpose, mission, goals, and objectives.
Step II: HR's Input in Strategic Planning
Step II: HR's Input in Strategic Planning
HR managers provide insights on HR capabilities, limitations, and external factors that impact the organization's strategy.
Step III: Communication of Needs and Constraints
Step III: Communication of Needs and Constraints
Corporate strategists communicate their needs and constraints to HR, ensuring alignment between strategic plans and HR functions.
Step IV: Integrating HR and Functional Plans
Step IV: Integrating HR and Functional Plans
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Long Period Strategic Plans (5+ years)
Long Period Strategic Plans (5+ years)
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Study Notes
Integrated Strategic Planning and HR
- Integrated strategic planning has four steps that link the strategic plan and HR plan.
- Step 1: Define the organization's overall purpose, mission, goals, and objectives.
- Step 2: HR managers provide insights into key HR areas, capabilities, and environmental constraints to corporate strategists.
- Step 3: Corporate strategists communicate their needs and constraints to HR managers.
- Step 4: Integrate HR plans with other functional plans.
Corporate Strategic Planning Time Spans
- Corporate strategic planning involves four time spans.
- Long-term (5+ years): Establishes the company's vision, mission, and long-range objectives.
- Intermediate-term (3 years): More specific plans supporting the strategic plan.
- Operational (1 year): Monthly plans for profit, HR, budget, and cost control.
- Short-term (day-to-day/week-by-week): Daily and weekly activity plans (may not be documented).
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