Question 1

In the context of human resources planning, define due diligence.

Accepted Answer

Due diligence is a comprehensive assessm

Question 2

The balanced scorecard is a framework that organizations use to report on a diverse set of performance measures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following is a function of a specific program audit?

Accepted Answer

A)  To review regulatory compliance, benefits administration, and reporting 
B)  To check recordkeeping on state and federal documentation requirements 
C)  To review particular HR subareas such as compensation, equal employment opportunity, or training 
D)  To review compliance with immigration regulations and the I-9 form requirement 
A)  To review regulatory compliance, benefits administration, and reporting 
B)  To check recordkeeping on state and federal documentation requirements 
C)  To review particular HR subareas such as compensation, equal employment opportunity, or training 
D)  To review compliance with immigration regulations and the I-9 form requirement

Question 4

Revenue per employee is a basic measure of human capital effectiveness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

_____ is a qualitative method of HR forecasting that relies on general guidelines applied to a specific situation within an organization.

Accepted Answer

A)  Statistical regression analysis 
B)  The rule of thumb method 
C)  The Delphi technique 
D)  Ratio analysis 
A)  Statistical regression analysis 
B)  The rule of thumb method 
C)  The Delphi technique 
D)  Ratio analysis

Question 6

A SWOT analysis helps the managers of an organization formulate a strategic plan that considers the organization's ability to deal with the situation at hand.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Annual wage and salary increases are classified as a _____ of human resources.

Accepted Answer

A)  compensation metric 
B)  training metric 
C)  development metric 
D)  staffing metric 
A)  compensation metric 
B)  training metric 
C)  development metric 
D)  staffing metric

Question 8

When Retronics Inc. began to grow and its business improved, Tasha, a Senior Manager, determined that the company had a talent shortage. Which of the following methods should she use to manage the talent shortage?

Accepted Answer

A)  She should reduce employee work hours. 
B)  She should encourage attrition. 
C)  She should implement voluntary separation programs. 
D)  She should outsource work to a third party. 
A)  She should reduce employee work hours. 
B)  She should encourage attrition. 
C)  She should implement voluntary separation programs. 
D)  She should outsource work to a third party.

Question 9

Which of the following is a qualitative method of HR forecasting?

Accepted Answer

A)  Simulation models 
B)  Estimates 
C)  Staffing ratios 
D)  Productivity ratios 
A)  Simulation models 
B)  Estimates 
C)  Staffing ratios 
D)  Productivity ratios

Question 10

Return on investment (ROI) is a calculation that shows the value of investments in human capital, but it cannot be used to show how long it will take for different activities to show results.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

In the context of estimating the internal labor supply for a given unit, which of the following is a source of inflows?

Accepted Answer

A)  Demotions 
B)  Layoffs 
C)  Terminations 
D)  Retirements 
A)  Demotions 
B)  Layoffs 
C)  Terminations 
D)  Retirements

Question 12

Discuss environmental analysis in the context of HR planning.

Accepted Answer

Before managers in a company begin strat

Question 13

Discuss the legal considerations for workforce reduction.

Accepted Answer

HR must be involved during workforce adj

Question 14

Which of the following best defines the term effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

A)  The degree to which operations are carried out in an economical manner 
B)  The ability of a program, project, or task to produce a specific desired effect or result that can be measured 
C)  The degree to which operations are carried out in the least possible time 
D)  The ability of a program, project, or task to withstand and overcome harsh or unforeseen conditions 
A)  The degree to which operations are carried out in an economical manner 
B)  The ability of a program, project, or task to produce a specific desired effect or result that can be measured 
C)  The degree to which operations are carried out in the least possible time 
D)  The ability of a program, project, or task to withstand and overcome harsh or unforeseen conditions

Question 15

Discuss forecasting methods and periods.

Accepted Answer

Forecasting methods are often categorize

Question 16

_____ is a quantitative HR forecasting method that involves making a comparison of past relationships among various factors.

Accepted Answer

A)  Statistical regression analysis 
B)  The rule of thumb method 
C)  Ratio analysis 
D)  The Delphi technique 
A)  Statistical regression analysis 
B)  The rule of thumb method 
C)  Ratio analysis 
D)  The Delphi technique

Question 17

Cost per hire is classified as a _____ of human resources.

Accepted Answer

A)  development metric 
B)  training metric 
C)  compensation metric 
D)  staffing metric 
A)  development metric 
B)  training metric 
C)  compensation metric 
D)  staffing metric

Question 18

Which of the following best defines the term HR analytics?

Accepted Answer

A)  An evidence-based approach to making HR decisions on the basis of quantitative tools and models 
B)  An assumption-based approach to making HR decisions on the basis of quantitative tools and models 
C)  An evidence-based approach to making HR decisions on the basis of qualitative tools and models 
D)  An assumption-based approach to making HR decisions on the basis of qualitative tools and models 
A)  An evidence-based approach to making HR decisions on the basis of quantitative tools and models 
B)  An assumption-based approach to making HR decisions on the basis of quantitative tools and models 
C)  An evidence-based approach to making HR decisions on the basis of qualitative tools and models 
D)  An assumption-based approach to making HR decisions on the basis of qualitative tools and models

Question 19

The formula for calculating human capital return on investment is as follows: {revenue (operating expenses + [compensation - benefit costs])} / (compensation - benefit costs).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

During the integration phase of mergers and acquisitions, what are four important factors in changing the organizational culture?

Accepted Answer

Four important factors in changing the o

In the context of human resources planning, define due diligence.

The balanced scorecard is a framework that organizations use to report on a diverse set of performance measures.

Which of the following is a function of a specific program audit?

Revenue per employee is a basic measure of human capital effectiveness.

_____ is a qualitative method of HR forecasting that relies on general guidelines applied to a specific situation within an organization.

A SWOT analysis helps the managers of an organization formulate a strategic plan that considers the organization's ability to deal with the situation at hand.

Annual wage and salary increases are classified as a _____ of human resources.

When Retronics Inc. began to grow and its business improved, Tasha, a Senior Manager, determined that the company had a talent shortage. Which of the following methods should she use to manage the talent shortage?

Which of the following is a qualitative method of HR forecasting?

Return on investment (ROI) is a calculation that shows the value of investments in human capital, but it cannot be used to show how long it will take for different activities to show results.

In the context of estimating the internal labor supply for a given unit, which of the following is a source of inflows?

Discuss environmental analysis in the context of HR planning.

Discuss the legal considerations for workforce reduction.

Which of the following best defines the term effectiveness?

Discuss forecasting methods and periods.

_____ is a quantitative HR forecasting method that involves making a comparison of past relationships among various factors.

Cost per hire is classified as a _____ of human resources.

Which of the following best defines the term HR analytics?

The formula for calculating human capital return on investment is as follows: {revenue (operating expenses + [compensation - benefit costs])} / (compensation - benefit costs).

During the integration phase of mergers and acquisitions, what are four important factors in changing the organizational culture?

Human Resource Management in Organizations

Equal Employment Opportunity

Workforce, Jobs, and Job Analysis

Individual Organization Relations and Retention

Recruiting High-Quality Talent

Selecting Human Resources

Training Human Resources

Talent, Careers, and Development

Performance Management and Appraisal

Total Rewards and Compensation

Managing Employee Benefits

Risk Management and Worker Protection

Employee Rights and Responsibilities

Union-Management Relations

Global Human Resource Management

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Exam 2: Human Resource Strategy and Planning

In the context of human resources planning, define due diligence.

The balanced scorecard is a framework that organizations use to report on a diverse set of performance measures.

Which of the following is a function of a specific program audit?

Revenue per employee is a basic measure of human capital effectiveness.

_____ is a qualitative method of HR forecasting that relies on general guidelines applied to a specific situation within an organization.

A SWOT analysis helps the managers of an organization formulate a strategic plan that considers the organization's ability to deal with the situation at hand.

Annual wage and salary increases are classified as a _____ of human resources.

When Retronics Inc. began to grow and its business improved, Tasha, a Senior Manager, determined that the company had a talent shortage. Which of the following methods should she use to manage the talent shortage?

Which of the following is a qualitative method of HR forecasting?

Return on investment (ROI) is a calculation that shows the value of investments in human capital, but it cannot be used to show how long it will take for different activities to show results.

In the context of estimating the internal labor supply for a given unit, which of the following is a source of inflows?

Discuss environmental analysis in the context of HR planning.

Discuss the legal considerations for workforce reduction.

Which of the following best defines the term effectiveness?

Discuss forecasting methods and periods.

_____ is a quantitative HR forecasting method that involves making a comparison of past relationships among various factors.

Cost per hire is classified as a _____ of human resources.

Which of the following best defines the term HR analytics?

The formula for calculating human capital return on investment is as follows: {revenue (operating expenses + [compensation - benefit costs])} / (compensation - benefit costs).

During the integration phase of mergers and acquisitions, what are four important factors in changing the organizational culture?

Human Resource Management in Organizations

Equal Employment Opportunity

Workforce, Jobs, and Job Analysis

Individual Organization Relations and Retention

Recruiting High-Quality Talent

Selecting Human Resources

Training Human Resources

Talent, Careers, and Development

Performance Management and Appraisal

Total Rewards and Compensation

Managing Employee Benefits

Risk Management and Worker Protection

Employee Rights and Responsibilities

Union-Management Relations

Global Human Resource Management

Filters