Question 1

Issuing an instruction to recruiters to "find the best and most experienced applicant you can," can have all the following problems EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Issuing an instruction to find the "best and most experienced applicant" can potentially contravene human rights legislation by excluding candidates who may have similar qualifications and potential but lack the same level of experience.

Question 2

Where employment equity programs exist,their impact on the recruiting function is:

Accepted Answer

Employment equity programs are designed to promote equal employment opportunities and eliminate discrimination in the workplace. They impose constraints on the recruitment function, as recruiters must take them into account when hiring new employees, and ensure that the selection process is fair and unbiased. Therefore, employment equity programs have a direct impact on the recruiting function, and recruiters must comply with them to ensure that the organization meets its diversity and inclusion goals. Failure to do so may result in legal or reputational risks for the organization.

Question 3

In competitive recruitment environments,recruiters will often employ a single recruitment method and then track that method to see the number of applicants,the quality of applicants,and the number who eventually accept and perform the job well,and even retention rates.

Accepted Answer

Recruiters typically use multiple recruitment methods to reach a wider pool of candidates and optimize the recruitment process, rather than relying on a single method.

Question 4

Internal factors that constrain the recruiting function include all the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Internal factors refer to the factors that are within the control of the organization, whereas environmental factors are external to the organization. Therefore, environmental conditions do not fall under internal factors that constrain the recruiting function. Human resource plans, organizational policies, costs, and recruiter habits are all internal factors that can constrain the recruiting function.

Question 5

External recruiting offers possible advantages including:

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Tracking over time how well certain recruitment sources have worked will help guide future recruitment efforts.

Accepted Answer

Tracking recruitment sources over time allows for analysis of their effectiveness, which can inform future recruitment strategies and investments.

Question 7

Research into campus recruiting has indicated that all the following aspects of recruiters are important to students EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that recruiters who only focus on the strengths of their organization, even if it involves exaggeration, can actually harm their organization's reputation and negatively impact student interest in the company. Honesty and transparency are crucial for building trust and establishing a positive employer brand. Therefore, all other aspects (being well informed, skilled at their job, respectful to the interviewee) are important to students when it comes to campus recruiting.

Question 8

Ads generally do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Ads generally contain all of these elements - they describe the job, identify the employer, give information on how to apply, and indicate required skills and abilities. Therefore, option E is the correct answer.

Question 9

One of the indices used to measure the recruiting function is "quality of hires and costs" and that is based on the number of hires compared with the direct costs of recruiting (recruiter's salary,travel expenses,and job advertising costs).

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Private employment agencies (usually):

Accepted Answer

Private employment agencies typically advertise for job openings and provide a pool of applicants to employers for consideration. They do not usually hire permanent employees themselves, cash federal employment insurance cheques at a discount, gather and screen applicants for their own purposes, nor are they the same as human resource departments in private organizations.

Question 11

Transit advertising involves:

Accepted Answer

Transit advertising refers to advertising placements in public transportation vehicles like buses, trains, and subways. These placements can include interior and exterior signs, wraps, and posters. The main advantage of transit advertising is that it reaches a captive audience with a high frequency of exposure, making it an effective way to target both local and national audiences. Choice A is somewhat accurate, but transit advertising can also be used to reach a wider audience beyond a specific demographic or ethnic group. Choices B, D, and E are not accurate descriptions of transit advertising.

Question 12

The key to success in recruitment is:

Accepted Answer

The key to success in recruitment is getting the right type of applicant. Having a large pool of applicants doesn't guarantee finding the best candidate. Rather, it is important to attract candidates who match the job requirements and are a good fit for the company culture. Quality over quantity should be the focus in recruitment.

Question 13

One very effective and virtually no-cost recruitment source for employers is:

Accepted Answer

ESDC (Employment and Social Development Canada) provides information and databases for job seekers and employers. These databases can be accessed for free, and employers can post job openings and search through resumes to find potential candidates. This is a great no-cost source for recruitment.

Question 14

Key recruitment decisions in strategic human resource planning include all the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Current sales and budget figures are not focused on recruitment decisions but rather on financial planning and forecasting. The other options are all important recruitment decisions in strategic human resource planning.

Question 15

Sources for finding potential recruits can include which of the following:

Accepted Answer

All of the choices are potential sources for finding potential recruits. Labour organizations can provide access to skilled and experienced workers, the Internet can reach a wide audience and provide information on job openings, departing employees may provide referrals or be interested in returning in the future, and educational institutions can provide access to new graduates with up-to-date training and knowledge. It is important to utilize as many sources as possible to attract a diverse pool of candidates.

Question 16

Recruitment methods can include all the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Job description analysis is not a method of recruitment but rather a tool used to create job descriptions and requirements for a position. The other options listed are all methods of recruiting potential candidates for a job opening.

Question 17

Because the economic environment can change quickly,recruiters should monitor changing statistics and conditions which include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The other options (A, B, D, and E) all relate to economic indicators and statistics that are useful for recruiters to track in order to assess the job market and stay up-to-date on hiring trends. Cash flow is an important financial consideration for businesses, but it is not necessarily an indicator of broader economic conditions that might affect hiring.

Question 18

The costs of recruiting could outweigh the benefits.

Accepted Answer

Recruiting can be costly, and if the benefits of hiring new employees do not outweigh these costs, then it can be a net negative for the company. Factors such as training, onboarding, and potential turnover can all contribute to recruiting costs.

Question 19

One advantage of the signature line on a job application form is:

Accepted Answer

The signature line on a job application form allows the applicant to provide permission for the employer to verify the information provided on the application. This helps ensure that the information is accurate and truthful. It also protects the employer from legal issues that could arise from hiring someone based on false information.

Question 20

One of the better indices to measure the recruiting function is "offers-applicants ratio" and this compares the number of job offers extended with the total number of applicants received for each recruiting method.

Accepted Answer

The offers-applicants ratio is indeed a valid measure of the recruiting function and compares the number of job offers extended with the total number of applicants received for each recruiting method.

Quiz 5: Recruitment