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Midterm Exam Revision Guide: Multiple Choice and Case Study Questions
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Midterm Exam Revision Guide: Multiple Choice and Case Study Questions

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Which legislation takes precedence over all other laws in Canada?

  • Canadian Human Rights Act
  • Charter of Rights and Freedom (correct)
  • Alberta Human Rights Act
  • Canada Labour Code
  • In the context of HRM, what is BFOR related to?

  • Discrimination (correct)
  • Organizational Culture
  • Job Analysis Process
  • Employee Engagement
  • Why are younger workers more prone to workplace accidents?

  • They are less careful
  • They lack experience and training (correct)
  • They are not as physically fit
  • They do not understand the safety regulations
  • What is the cornerstone of HRM according to Chapter 4?

    <p>Job Analysis Process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do managers do to improve employee engagement?

    <p>Invest in wellness programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which HR function is supported by job analysis process?

    <p>Employment Equity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should all employees, managers, and supervisors have a background in HRM?

    <p>To build human capital in an organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of having a HR department in organizations?

    <p>To manage human capital effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the HR department and managers build human capital in an organization?

    <p>By providing training and development opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'Human Capital' in the context of HRM?

    <p>The collective skills, knowledge, and abilities of employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for organizations to focus on building human capital?

    <p>To improve organizational performance and competitiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can HR functions and processes contribute to organizational success?

    <p>By implementing efficient recruitment strategies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Canadian Legislation

    • The Constitution Act takes precedence over all other laws in Canada.

    HRM Concepts

    • BFOR (Business, Financial, Organizational, and Regional) is related to External Environmental Factors in HRM.

    Workplace Accidents

    • Younger workers are more prone to workplace accidents due to lack of experience and training.

    Cornerstone of HRM

    • The cornerstone of HRM is Strategic Planning, according to Chapter 4.

    Employee Engagement

    • Managers improve employee engagement by building trust, fostering open communication, and providing opportunities for growth and development.

    Job Analysis

    • The job analysis process supports the HR function of Recruitment and Selection.

    Importance of HR Knowledge

    • All employees, managers, and supervisors should have a background in HRM to ensure a better understanding of HR concepts and practices.

    Significance of HR Department

    • A HR department is significant in organizations as it handles HR functions, provides support, and ensures compliance with laws and regulations.

    Building Human Capital

    • The HR department and managers can build human capital by providing training, development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

    Human Capital Concept

    • Human Capital refers to the knowledge, skills, and abilities of employees that contribute to an organization's success.

    Organizational Success

    • Focusing on building human capital is important for organizations as it leads to improved productivity, competitiveness, and success.

    HR Contributions

    • HR functions and processes contribute to organizational success by attracting, retaining, and developing talent, and ensuring a positive work environment.

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    Prepare for your midterm exam with this revision/study guide that includes multiple choice and true/false questions worth 20 marks, and a mix of short and longer case study related questions worth 25 marks. The total duration for the exam is 80 minutes.

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