Unit 2.0

which question should a manager consider when hiring a new employee?

"how will the company compensate this worker?"

which scenario depicts the directing function?

A supervisor tells her team the tasks it needs to complete.

which is an example of a manager directing the company's resources efficiently?

Alex tells Diane to use a part of her budget on a new ad campaign.

which is an example of human resources management?

Tony explains the company's policies to a new employee during orientation.

which scenario illustrates the creative aspect of directing?

a manager instructs employees to develop a new website.

the first task in the human resources management activity of staffing is:

determining needs

which management function involves motivating and encouraging an employee?

directing

which business resources provides information about the company's dress codes, vacation policies, and general-rules for appropriate behavior?

employee handbook

why is it important for managers to provide stability through direction?

employees who feel secure are more productive and happier.

the key to recruiting is:

finding the right number of applicants.

Directing is pervasive, which means that it:

happens at every level of the organization.

which is an example of an ethical dilemma that human resources managers may encounter?

hiring a friend or a family member

a primary activity of directing function of management is:

initiating action.

it is important for employees to follow the rules of conduct established by management to:

maintain a consistent and fair work environment

which is a compliance issue?

minimum wage

which is an indicator that human resources needs may change?

organizational growth

which is a benefit to business of orienting new employees?

reduces turnover

if an employee continually fails to follow the firm's rules of conduct, the firm is likely to:

take disciplinary action.

companies provide orientation as soon as new employees report for work because:

that is when employees are most eager to learn.

a workforce analysis assesses:

the human resources that are available.

a human resources department uses interactive computer simulation to help employees learn how to do their jobs. for which purpose is the department using this technology?

training

which are company resources that employees often analyze to ascertain policies and procedures?

training materials

the role of ethics in human resources management involves:

treating all employees fairly

when developing a human resources management strategy, managers:

determine how to bridge gaps between HR needs and available HR.

Angela's team consistently hits sales targets and exceeds profit goals. Angela can see that she is a successful director by examining:

quantity standards.

Which management function involves identifying qualified candidates to perform the business's work?

staffing