#1
What is the primary function of Human Resource Management (HRM) in an organization?
To manage employee relations
ExplanationManaging employee relations within the organization.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of HRM?
Product development
ExplanationProduct development is not a responsibility of HRM.
#3
What is the purpose of job analysis in HRM?
To identify the duties, responsibilities, and skills required for a job
ExplanationJob analysis identifies duties, responsibilities, and required skills for a job in HRM.
#4
What is the term used to describe the process of terminating employees due to economic reasons or poor performance?
Downsizing
ExplanationDownsizing refers to the process of terminating employees due to economic reasons or poor performance.
#5
What is the primary objective of performance appraisal in HRM?
To evaluate employee job performance
ExplanationPerformance appraisal evaluates employee job performance in HRM.
#6
What does SWOT analysis stand for in the context of organizational decision-making?
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats
ExplanationSWOT analysis stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats.
#7
Which of the following best describes the 'span of control' concept in management?
The number of employees a manager directly supervises
ExplanationSpan of control refers to the number of employees directly supervised by a manager.
#8
Which of the following is a characteristic of a decentralized organizational structure?
Quick response to changes in the external environment
ExplanationDecentralized structures allow quick response to external changes.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a component of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs theory?
Economic needs
ExplanationEconomic needs are not a component of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs theory.
#10
Which of the following best defines the concept of 'employee engagement'?
The emotional commitment employees have to the organization
ExplanationEmployee engagement refers to the emotional commitment employees have towards the organization.
#11
In HRM, what is the purpose of a 360-degree feedback process?
To provide feedback from multiple sources
Explanation360-degree feedback provides feedback from multiple sources in HRM.
#12
What is the main objective of succession planning in HRM?
To identify potential candidates for leadership positions
ExplanationSuccession planning aims to identify potential candidates for leadership roles in HRM.
#13
Which of the following is a key characteristic of a learning organization?
Encouragement of continuous learning and adaptation
ExplanationLearning organizations encourage continuous learning and adaptation.