Exam 12: Human Resource Management: Finding and Keeping the Best Employees

Randy Waller is in his early sixties.A few years ago he had planned to retire by the time he was sixty,but when the time came,he decided to continue working.In fact,not only is Randy still working,he has put any plans to retire on hold for at least several years.Randy's decision to keep working into his late sixties is unusual in today's labour market.

Which of the following would be used by a manager who wanted to fill a position using an internal source?

What two factors have greatly affected human resource management?

A firm would be most likely to implement a policy of holding exit interviews if it wanted to:

The human resource manager's job is easier today than it was in the past because a growing percentage of the work force is highly educated and well-prepared for jobs in the contemporary business environment.

Human resource planning involves the assessment of both the future demand and the future supply of the various types of labour needed by the organization.

Recruiting is relatively easy today because qualified labour is so plentiful.

In recent years labour unions representing workers in the automobile industries have taken a strong stance against accepting any cuts in pay or other forms of compensation.

Today's workers place a lower priority on leisure time than they did in the past.

Union rules and company policies can make the recruitment process more difficult.

Jeanie is talking to a group of family and friends at a party.She has just mentioned that she recently received an offer for a substantial golden handshake from her employer.Which of the following statements is she most likely to make next?

__________ is the process of establishing and maintaining contacts with key managers in one's own organization and in other organizations,and using those contacts to establish strong relationships that serve as informal development systems.

A(n)__________ is a financial incentive a firm offers to encourage employees to accept an early retirement offer.

Sick-leave pay,vacation pay,pension plans,and health plans that provide additional compensation to employees are called:

Job sharing tends to increase absenteeism and tardiness,because part time workers are not as dedicated and loyal as full time workers.

One challenge faced by today's human resource managers is the fact that workers overseas often work for lower wages and are subject to fewer laws and regulations.

Evan is angry and upset because he was passed over for a promotion even though he believes he was the most qualified candidate.He heard through the company grapevine the promotion went to a female because the firm was afraid of possible action by the law if they did not select a female.What Evan is experiencing is known as:

XYZ Electronics has recently switched to a schedule in which employees work ten hour shifts four days a week,and then have a three day weekend.XYZ is using a:

The ABC Corporation wants to reduce its labour force,but is concerned about the impact downsizing will have on its remaining employees.One policy that might allow ABC to reduce its labour force without adversely affecting morale is to:

Which of the following statements about Canada's pay equity laws is true?