Week 2 Quiz

True/False question, provide a detailed justification for the answer, whether it is true or false. Sandra is never late for class, but today she arrived two hours late because of a road closure. According to the attribution theory, Sandra’s behavior today day scores high on stability.

At the end of a busy evening, you are the manager responsible for counting revenues and identifying discrepancies. This is an example of what skill? a) human b) technical c) concpetual       Flag question: Question 7 A leading chemical plant is responsible for a recent spill near a local high school. A statement has to be given to the public about how the situation will be rectified. Which managerial role is this?   a) leader b) liason c) spokesperson d) disseminator       Flag question: Question 8 It's time for IBM's annual conference. The vision for the next decade will be shared. Which managerial role is this?   a) spokesperson b) leader c) figurehead d) liason       Flag question: Question 9   There seems to be some confusion about the release of a new product between operations and management. We need to bring both sides to consensus, so that we can make appropriate plans. Which managerial role is this?   a) resource allocator b)…

Question Which stress factors are having stronger influence on the performance of employee. note i needed detailed answer

5. Honest and ethical employees are an important asset for the success of any organization. A growing business could be harmed even by a single bad employee who influences the other workers negatively, destroys the office environment, and acts as a barrier to the success of the organization. Such an employee needs consultation and training for behavioral improvement. In addition, verbal and written warnings could be given to correct the employee's office ethics and attitudes. If the employee does not change after taking all the above steps and notifications, what necessary action should be taken? *         A.Terminating the employee       B.Defaming the employee       C.Giving a performance review       D.Giving a monthly review       E.All of the above

i just need number 4 question only. thanks Sam works for Alpha Pharma Ltd. Alpha Pharma is a 40 year old traditional company which manufactures pharmaceutical products ranging from antibiotics to cough syrups. Sam is a Medical representative and has to make on an average 10 calls per day to promote the company’s products to doctors. He has been working with the company for past 4 years. He is smart employee who has marketed the company’s products well. However, Sam hates if someone were to point his flaws. He has often argued at his performance appraisal with his boss Sunny, if it has been critical. Sunny finds Sam to be a difficult person who always expects praise and avoids criticism. Whereas Sam believes that he has been loyal to the company in the face of offers from the competitors, as well as, he has really worked hard for the company. He strongly believes that Sunny should be more encouraging in his approach by praising good work done rather than criticizing him. Sunny on the…

Question#1: An organization operating in media industry has been conducting a selection interview to hire an office assistant. Being HR manager of that organization you need to design and conduct an effective job interview. (A). Develop and write down the five situational, five behavioral and five job knowledge interview questions relevant to the office assistant position. Your questions should not match to any content of the lecture, book chapter, internet and questions provided by any of your classmate. If not, you will lose marks for your answer. (300-400 words,)   (B). Being responsible of this hiring activity, discuss the steps you will take to avoid any possible discrimination during that selection interview. (150-200 words,)

Question 1: An organization operating in media industry has been conducting a selection interview to hire an office assistant. Being HR manager of that organization you need to design and conduct an effective job interview.   (A). Develop and write down the five situational, five behavioral and five job knowledge interview questions relevant to the office assistant position. Your questions should not match to any content of the lecture, book chapter, internet and questions provided by any of your classmate. If not, you will lose marks for your answer.   (B). Being responsible of this hiring activity, discuss the steps you will take to avoid any possible discrimination during that selection interview.    Question 2: Assume that an organization operating in hospitality sector acquired your services as a consultant to structure its new pay plan. (A). Compare and contrast various job evaluation methods those can be used to devise pay for different positions in that hotel.   (B). Develop a…

DISCUSSION OF TEXT HRM INCIDENTS HRM Incident 1: This Whole Thing Is a Can of Worms! John Case, accounting supervisor, was clearly annoyed as he approached his boss, Gerald Jones. He began, “Gerald, this note you sent me says I have to update descriptions for all 10 of the jobs in my department within the next two weeks." "Well, what's the problem with that?" asked Gerald. John explained, "This is a waste of time, especially because I have other deadlines. It will take at least 30 hours. We still have two weeks of work left on the internal audit reviews. You want me to push that back and work on job descriptions? No way. We haven't looked at these job descriptions in years. They will need a great deal of revision. And as soon as they get into the hands of the employees, I'll get all kinds of flack." "Why would you get flak for getting the job descriptions in order?" asked Gerald. John answered, "This whole thing is a can of worms. Just calling attention to the existence of job…

What risk do black-box algorithms pose when supporting critical HR decisions?Question 1 options: They always optimize HR processes. They remove all human involvement in decision-making. They ensure absolute fairness. They can entrench and automate biases.Question 2 (1 point) Which step is NOT recommended to address algorithmic bias?Question 2 options: Asking the right questions of the data. Taking affirmative steps to address potential biases. Being aware of the issues. Trusting models that don't include demographic data to be unbiased.Question 3 (1 point) In the context of People Analytics, what issue can arise with hiring decisions based on "cultural fit"?Question 3 options: More effective team dynamics. Perpetuation of demographic imbalances. Improved company culture. Higher employee retention rates.Question 4 (1 point) What is unintended feedback bias?Question 4 options: A cycle where today's biased decisions influence future models Data-driven processes without human involvement…

QUESTION 1 Which levels of needs assessment should be conducted prior to recommending an HRD intervention?     Task, Diagnostic, and Competency     Organization, task, and person     Organization, Job, and Competency     Analytic, Team, and individual QUESTION 2 What is a needs assessment?     A process by which an organization determined how to deliver a training solution     A method used to identify and articulate an organization’s HRD needs     A method used to determine the training needs to address individual performance challenges     A method employed to articulate an organization’s need for talent development QUESTION 3 Why is it necessary to conduct a needs assessment?     To make certain the recommended HRD solution produces desired outcomes     To confirm the training suggested by the person who requested training     To build a business case for purchasing training built by a well-known learning &…

Question 40: Due to a significant increase in head count, a company is in the process of changing its performance management system. Which of the following activities should the HR director consider when evaluating the new system?a. Track how many managers and employees have logged into the system.b. Create a list of benefits and concerns about the new system.c. Review the alignment of the system with the organization's strategic goals.d. Review the amount of training time invested in educating employees on the new system.

Q. The top executives of a government organization decided to organize an early training assessment program for the organization's first-line supervisors. As per their own experience, many young people who were trained were leaving the company for private employment where the rewards were much greater. This left the company with something less than the best qualified and dynamic supervisors. The company, therefore, was quite ready to listen to the advice of management specialists concerning the subject. The HR team of the company carefully worked out the training program. The development of the candidates comprised: 1. One week of formal supervisory training 2. Assignment to an established supervisor who would act as a teacher and guide, help them at every step and evaluate their performance. 3. Work on task force assignments as available and appropriate. Frequently candidates were appointed to supervisory positions before they finished their assigned projects. If not, they would…

Q. write about the skills confidence 1. In-depth information about the topic of discussion. 2. The variety and reliability of the sources used. 3. A systematic approach to writing the assignment- Style, format & grammar. 4. Concentration on the subject. 5. Clear understanding of the concepts discussed 6. Use of valid examples and definitions

Question Workspace   Check My Work Case: Sodexo Incentives Many employers offer incentives to employees working in different jobs. Often, the incentives are to reward employee performance, both in the short and the long term. But some company incentive plans are viewed negatively by employees, while others are seen as highly positive by employees at all levels.One firm that has a well-regarded, broad-based incentive plan is Sodexo, a large food and facilities service firm with more than 350,000 employees in 80 countries. Being such a large firm, Sodexo has a variety of clients, including many corporate and governmental entities, hospitals, manufacturing firms, and universities. Thus, the firm’s client services are varied, with many of them being basic ones such as cleaning offices, maintenance of all types of facilities, doing landscaping, and managing other basic and professional activities. In North America, including the United States, Sodexo has almost 125,000 staff…

What is the need for Human Resource Planning?   Question 20 options:   For undergoing an effective employee development program   To represent a base for recruitment     To represent a base for selection policy   All of the above

Q2.  A Medium size local beverage manufacturing firm has decided to expand operation and its management has hired you as a management consultant to guide the firm in strategic decisions. In order to promote an understanding and benefits of strategic management you have planned to deliver a presentation to the firm’s top and middle management? How will you perform the task? (Word limit up to 150 words) – 04 marks

Objective Identify the steps to recruit job candidates effectively Assignment Overview This assignment will help you define key jobs and strategies to identify applicants qualified to fill specific positions. Deliverables A two- to three-page (500- to 750-word) paper, double-spaced with 12 point Arial font Step 1 Read the following scenario. You work for a medium-sized, high-tech firm that faces intense competition. Change seems to be the only constant at your workplace, and each worker’s responsibilities change with the project assigned. Suppose you are responsible for filling the job openings at your company. Step 2 Answer the following questions. Assuming the role outlined in Step 1, describe the process you would follow for recruiting and selecting the best personnel. How would you identify the best personnel to work in this environment?