Exam 13: Human Resource Management

The logic behind stock options is that the option holders will work hard so that their company performs well and they reap some of the financial benefits.

When a job vacancy opens at Zappos, where does Zappos start the hiring process?

What is discrimination? List and explain examples of different U.S. laws against employment discrimination.

_____ is the process of choosing individuals to hire from a pool of qualified job applicants.

The use of bona fide occupational qualifications based on sex, religion, age, and national origin are not allowed under any circumstances.

Andrew applied for a position as a truck driver at a transport company. Andrew was asked by his interviewers to drive a loaded truck for about 200 miles to assess his driving abilities. Andrew's interviewers have used _____ to assess him.

Lift-cam Inc. has an immediate need for accountants and does not have sufficient funds to invest in training. Hence, hiring for best existing qualifications, rather than the best person, should be preferred.

All male mechanics at a local garage are paid $50 per day. However, Sally, the sole female employee with the same job role is paid $30. Sally demands that she be paid the same wages as her male counterparts, as she performs the same jobs. Sally's demand is based on the idea of_____.

Which of the following is required for performance appraisal methods to be reliable and valid?

Richard interviews Mark and Mary for a position as a security guard in his company. He instantly dislikes Mark for "talking like a girl" and wearing feminine clothes. He hires Mary because he thinks she will be a better fit for the company. This is an example of ____ discrimination.

_____ is a set of activities that helps people acquire and improve job-related skills.

The strategic role of HRM does not extend to supporting core values and corporate culture.

Family-friendly benefits include _____.

The principle of _____ gives workers legal protections against discriminatory firings and employers must have bona-fide job-related reasons for a termination.

_____ discrimination based on a woman's maternal status.

The _____ of a selection technique refers to the consistency of results provided by the selection device.

Person-organization fit is the extent to which an individual's values, interests, and behavior are consistent with the culture of his or her organization.

If you are part of a merit pay system, your pay increases will be based on some assessment of how well you perform.

_____ means that scores on a selection device have demonstrated links with future job performance.

Describe the process of employee selection.