Quiz #4 (Chapter 5)

In the context of managing human resources, the process of __________ creates a buffer between planning and the actual selection of new employees

Recruiting

In the context of evaluating the quality of a recruitment source, yield ratios express the

-percentage of applicants who successfully move from one stage of the recruitment and selection process to the next

Ernie, a manager at a large decoration store, is expecting increased sales during the upcoming holiday season. He knows that his current workforce will not be able to meet demand, putting him at risk of a labor shortage. Which strategy would be the best option to help Ernie avoid a labor shortage?

Ernie should hire temporary employees because he can let them go once the holiday season is over.

What is the first step in the human resource planning process?

Forecasting

Jim applies for a job at Texture Inc. because his friend Chris, who is a manager there, prompts him to do so. In this scenario, Jim is a(n)

Referral

What is true of companies that use a "lead-the-market" pay strategy?

They pay more than the current market wages for a job

________ states that if there is no specific employment contract saying otherwise, the employer or employee may end an employment relationship at any time, regardless of cause

Employee at will

Which of the following best describes a phased-retirement program?

It refers to reducing both the number of hours older employees work as well as the cost of these employees

Which of the following is an internal source of recruitment?

Job postings

Sean works in the human resource department of a well-known and highly respected maker of athletic equipment. He suggests that the company expand its recruiting by placing job advertisements on popular websites for job seekers. However, his supervisor says this has become a poor use of the company's recruiting dollars. Which is the most likely reason for the supervisor's objection?

The company will be flooded with applications from individuals who are barely qualified.

What is the second step in the human resource planning process?

goal setting and strategic planning

In the context of human resource planning, the primary goal of forecasting is to

predict labor shortages or surpluses in specific areas of an organization