Question 1

Briefly describe the main pitfalls in designing a point method system of job evaluation.

Accepted Answer

The main pitfalls are inconsis

Question 2

The two methods for deriving factor weightings are statistical analysis and expert judgment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following practices is a threat to the integrity of the job evaluation system?

Accepted Answer

A)  wider pay grades as the system goes up 
B)  equal dollar differences between the range midpoint and the range minimum, and the range midpoint and the range maximum 
C)  wider range spreads for higher pay grades 
D)  excessive overlaps between pay ranges 
A)  wider pay grades as the system goes up 
B)  equal dollar differences between the range midpoint and the range minimum, and the range midpoint and the range maximum 
C)  wider range spreads for higher pay grades 
D)  excessive overlaps between pay ranges

Question 4

Assume (a),(b),(c),and (d)represent degree 1,2,3,and 4,respectively,for the formal education factor on your summary rating chart for the point method of job evaluation.Based on the degree definitions which of the following degrees is arranged out of place on the chart?

Accepted Answer

A)  Degree 1: completion of high school 
B)  Degree 2: one year of post secondary education 
C)  Degree 3: three year college diploma or university degree 
D)  Degree 4: completion of grade 9 
A)  Degree 1: completion of high school 
B)  Degree 2: one year of post secondary education 
C)  Degree 3: three year college diploma or university degree 
D)  Degree 4: completion of grade 9

Question 5

Considering the factor of "decision-making" which of the following degree statements is an example of inconsistent construct formation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Degree 1: There is no freedom to make decisions at this level. 
B)  Degree 2: There is usually restricted freedom to make decisions. 
C)  Degree 3: There is usually limited freedom to purchase resources. 
D)  Degree 4: There is usually some freedom to make decisions. 
A)  Degree 1: There is no freedom to make decisions at this level. 
B)  Degree 2: There is usually restricted freedom to make decisions. 
C)  Degree 3: There is usually limited freedom to purchase resources. 
D)  Degree 4: There is usually some freedom to make decisions.

Briefly describe the main pitfalls in designing a point method system of job evaluation.

The two methods for deriving factor weightings are statistical analysis and expert judgment.

Which of the following practices is a threat to the integrity of the job evaluation system?

Assume (a),(b),(c),and (d)represent degree 1,2,3,and 4,respectively,for the formal education factor on your summary rating chart for the point method of job evaluation.Based on the degree definitions which of the following degrees is arranged out of place on the chart?

Considering the factor of "decision-making" which of the following degree statements is an example of inconsistent construct formation?

A Road Map to Effective Communication

A Strategic Framework for Compensation

A Behavioural Framework for Compensation

Components of Compensation Strategy

Performance Pay Choices

Formulating the Reward and Compensation Strategy

Evaluating Jobs: the Job Evaluation Process

Evaluating the Market

Evaluating Individuals

Designing Performance Pay Plans

Designing Indirect Pay Plans

Activating and Maintaining an Effective Compensation System

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Exam 8: Evaluating Jobs: the Point Method of Job Evaluation

Briefly describe the main pitfalls in designing a point method system of job evaluation.

The two methods for deriving factor weightings are statistical analysis and expert judgment.

Which of the following practices is a threat to the integrity of the job evaluation system?

Assume (a),(b),(c),and (d)represent degree 1,2,3,and 4,respectively,for the formal education factor on your summary rating chart for the point method of job evaluation.Based on the degree definitions which of the following degrees is arranged out of place on the chart?

Considering the factor of "decision-making" which of the following degree statements is an example of inconsistent construct formation?

A Road Map to Effective Communication

A Strategic Framework for Compensation

A Behavioural Framework for Compensation

Components of Compensation Strategy

Performance Pay Choices

Formulating the Reward and Compensation Strategy

Evaluating Jobs: the Job Evaluation Process

Evaluating the Market

Evaluating Individuals

Designing Performance Pay Plans

Designing Indirect Pay Plans

Activating and Maintaining an Effective Compensation System

Filters