Understanding Job Requirements

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What does the requirement of jobs refer to?

Identifying the demands of each job in the context of the company’s strategic objectives (correct)
Filling the gaps identified in the analysis
Understanding the internal and external environments of the firm
Forecasting the number of staff required for each job

When does a firm ascertain the requirements of jobs, according to the text?

Once gaps are identified following the analysis of internal and external environments
During the process of forecasting the required number of staff
After HR projections in Chapter two, Step 5, sub-Section 2 (correct)
Before examining the outcome of internal and external situations

What is the purpose of identifying the requirement of jobs?

To understand the samples of jobs
To fill gaps identified in the internal and external environments
To forecast the number of staff required for each job
To ensure that job holders understand what is required in light of the company’s strategic objectives (correct)

What distinguishes job description from person specification?

<p>Job description outlines tasks to be performed, while person specification outlines required skills and attributes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers