Question 1

-What important principles underlying Figure 1.1 are critical for the human resource system to function properly?

Accepted Answer

A)  two-way communication between human resource functions and business units 
B)  assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of the external and internal environment 
C)  thinking in systems terms and coordinating human resource activities with all organizational units and people 
D)  a focus on productivity and profitability through recruitment and selection processes 
A)  two-way communication between human resource functions and business units 
B)  assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of the external and internal environment 
C)  thinking in systems terms and coordinating human resource activities with all organizational units and people 
D)  a focus on productivity and profitability through recruitment and selection processes

Question 2

Recruitment is the choice of job candidates from a previously generated pool of candidates.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

List several ways that recruitment and selection are important to organizations.

Accepted Answer

• Hiring the right people with the right

Question 4

According to the textbook, what is the ratio of men to women in the Canadian workforce aged 18 to 65?

Accepted Answer

A) 62.8 to 62.1 
B) 63.9 to 62.6 
C) 64.2 to 59.1 
D) 65.7 to 61.5 
A) 62.8 to 62.1 
B) 63.9 to 62.6 
C) 64.2 to 59.1 
D) 65.7 to 61.5

Question 5

Why might you consider acquiring your CHRP designation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ethical standards are defined, which will allow you to easily resolve workplace ethical dilemmas. 
B)  It will certify you to provide advice concerning legal and ethical behaviour. 
C)  It will identify you as someone possessing HR knowledge, skills and abilities, and ethical behaviour. 
D)  It is recognition of achievement of all the HR competencies, meaning that you will require minimal post-secondary education. 
A)  Ethical standards are defined, which will allow you to easily resolve workplace ethical dilemmas. 
B)  It will certify you to provide advice concerning legal and ethical behaviour. 
C)  It will identify you as someone possessing HR knowledge, skills and abilities, and ethical behaviour. 
D)  It is recognition of achievement of all the HR competencies, meaning that you will require minimal post-secondary education.

Question 6

The HRM of Northshore Industries has not developed a code of ethical conduct for its employees because senior management believes that feels it places unnecessary constraints and limited flexibility on management decisions such as recruitment and selection. With what might the HRM be most concerned?

Accepted Answer

A)  organizational culture 
B)  legal requirements and equitable practices 
C)  conflict of interest 
D)  poor leadership 
A)  organizational culture 
B)  legal requirements and equitable practices 
C)  conflict of interest 
D)  poor leadership

Question 7

Scenario 1-1
You are excited about your new position as the human resource manager for Scribe Engineering. The CEO of this medium-sized Canadian software development company has clearly stated that one of your first tasks is to deal with the difficulties the company is experiencing in recruiting and retaining several of its office administration positions. The CEO wants hard evidence to back up your staffing costs.
-Refer to Scenario 1-1. What is a current internal factor that may have an impact on Scribe Engineering's recruitment and selection practices?

Accepted Answer

A)  human rights legislation 
B)  organization values, mission, and strategic goals 
C)  knowledge, skills, and abilities available in the labour market 
D)  industry and organization type and size 
A)  human rights legislation 
B)  organization values, mission, and strategic goals 
C)  knowledge, skills, and abilities available in the labour market 
D)  industry and organization type and size

-What important principles underlying Figure 1.1 are critical for the human resource system to function properly?

Recruitment is the choice of job candidates from a previously generated pool of candidates.

List several ways that recruitment and selection are important to organizations.

According to the textbook, what is the ratio of men to women in the Canadian workforce aged 18 to 65?

Why might you consider acquiring your CHRP designation?

The HRM of Northshore Industries has not developed a code of ethical conduct for its employees because senior management believes that feels it places unnecessary constraints and limited flexibility on management decisions such as recruitment and selection. With what might the HRM be most concerned?

Foundations of Recruitment and Selection I

Foundations of Recruitment and Selection II

Job Analysis and Competency Models

Recruitment, Selection, and Job Performance

Recruitment

Selection I

Selection II

Selection III

Decision Making

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Exam 1: An Introduction to Recruitment and Selection

-What important principles underlying Figure 1.1 are critical for the human resource system to function properly?

Recruitment is the choice of job candidates from a previously generated pool of candidates.

List several ways that recruitment and selection are important to organizations.

According to the textbook, what is the ratio of men to women in the Canadian workforce aged 18 to 65?

Why might you consider acquiring your CHRP designation?

Foundations of Recruitment and Selection I

Foundations of Recruitment and Selection II

Job Analysis and Competency Models

Recruitment, Selection, and Job Performance

Recruitment

Selection I

Selection II

Selection III

Decision Making

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