Introduction to HRM
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During the Early Classical View of HRM (1850-1900), how were workers treated?

  • As strategic partners
  • Like machines/tools (correct)
  • Like valuable assets
  • With respect and dignity
  • What was the main concern of the Classical writers on management like Henri Fayol?

  • Efficiency in operations (correct)
  • Ensuring employee well-being
  • Ensuring high employee morale
  • Promoting employee creativity
  • How did governments act towards protecting the interests of workers during the Early Classical View period?

  • Actively safeguarding worker rights
  • Doing little to protect worker interests (correct)
  • Supporting worker unions
  • Implementing strong labor laws
  • What was the approach of Frederick W Taylor's Scientific Management (1900-1920) towards work?

    <p>Treating work as a science with one best way of doing everything</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were some outcomes of the Early Classical View of HRM in terms of employee motivation and work quality?

    <p>Poor employee motivation, creativity, and work quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Human Relations View era of Human Resources Management (1920-1950), who were the researchers that investigated human behaviour as a factor of production?

    <p>Elton Mayo, Maslow, and Herzberg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT true about the Era of Personnel/HR Manager in terms of outcomes?

    <p>Reduced profit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were some primary areas of focus during the 1930s for Personnel/Human Resources management?

    <p>Psychological testing and training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between Personnel Management and Human Resource Management in terms of the employee-employer relationship?

    <p>Mutual trust and respect in HRM, contractual instructions in PM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept was particularly emphasized during the Human Resource Theory era (1950 to today)?

    <p>Globalization and sustainable competitive advantage</p> Signup and view all the answers

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