Trends in Human Resource Management: Labor Force Composition and HRM Support
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What is a desired skill for today's employees mentioned in the text?

  • Physical strength
  • Creative thinking (correct)
  • Routine task performance
  • Mastery of a particular machine
  • What is a key HRM consideration regarding immigration mentioned in the text?

  • Cultural assimilation strategies
  • Supply of and demand for labor (correct)
  • Socioeconomic impacts
  • Language proficiency requirements
  • Which age group is highlighted as being part of a diverse workforce?

  • 25 to 44 years old
  • 18 to 34 years old
  • 35 to 64 years old
  • 55 years and older (correct)
  • Which country was NOT listed among the top 7 countries of origin for foreign professionals in Taiwan in 2020?

    <p>China</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of system is emphasized as important for organizations to gain an advantage over competitors?

    <p>High-performance work system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should HRM align with a company's strategy according to the text?

    <p>By aligning policies and practices with company goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason HR must be involved in the process of Mergers and Acquisitions?

    <p>To resolve conflicts between companies’ practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of Total Quality Management (TQM), what is one aspect that quality improvement can focus on?

    <p>HRM functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main challenge in executing Cost Control strategies within organizations?

    <p>Reducing workforce while enhancing productivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Offshoring in the context of Expanding Into Global Markets entail?

    <p>Relocating operations to a country with lower pay rates and required skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the realm of Technological Change in HRM, what is the primary purpose of a Human Resource Information System (HRIS)?

    <p>To store, manipulate, and distribute HR-related information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the concept of People Analytics primarily involve?

    <p>Leveraging AI technology to understand employee behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the unspoken expectations of both employees and employers?

    <p>Psychological Contract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of HRM involves automating tasks like receiving payrolls automatically and providing online training modules?

    <p>Technology Integration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why has union membership been declining since the 1980s?

    <p>Shift towards individual career responsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of work arrangement involves workers who are only called in when needed?

    <p>On-call Workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do flexible staffing levels benefit organizations?

    <p>Allow quick adaptation to changing needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does flexibility in work schedules help employees to achieve?

    <p>Balancing work and personal life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of an aging workforce in Taiwan?

    <p>Decreased productivity due to a higher proportion of older workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can human resource management support organizational strategies for growth, quality, and efficiency?

    <p>By identifying ways to align HR practices with organizational goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what ways can human resource management support organizations expanding internationally?

    <p>By assisting in global talent acquisition and management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do technological developments affect human resource management?

    <p>By enhancing HR processes and tools for recruitment and training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of employee empowerment in the modern organization?

    <p>To foster a sense of ownership and accountability among employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the changing nature of the employment relationship affect human resource management?

    <p>It requires HR professionals to adapt to new trends and challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

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