Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the organizational practice of promoting from within?

Accepted Answer

The primary purpose of promoting from within is to reward employees for their past performance, recognizing their contributions to the organization and incentivizing them to continue developing their skills and expertise. This can increase employee engagement and loyalty, leading to better retention rates and ultimately benefiting the organization as a whole.

Question 2

Which of the following is the most important disadvantage of using employee referrals for recruitment?

Accepted Answer

Employee referrals may result in discrimination since people tend to refer others from similar backgrounds, which may limit diversity in the candidate pool. The other options listed are not the most important disadvantage of using employee referrals for recruitment.

Question 3

Which of the following is key to the success of any employee referral program?

Accepted Answer

Measuring results is key to the success of any employee referral program as it allows the program to continually improve and adjust to ensure that it is effective in attracting top talent. While paying employees well for good referrals, increasing the visibility of the program, and widening the scope of the program can all be beneficial, they are not as important as measuring results.

Question 4

If an executive search firm found a successful candidate for the role of a senior executive where the annual salary is $200,000 per year, what would be the most likely fee charged by the search firm?

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Question 5

Which of the following is the best description of the use of applications and résumés for filling positions?

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Question 6

In order to identify qualified candidates for the job of "tennis teaching professional," Canmay Tennis Clubs have job candidates face a series of situations while they are observed, such as dealing with a series of e-mails from an unhappy club client in a difficult situation, role-playing a lesson, and a behavioural interview. Which of the following methods of identifying qualified candidates is Canmay using?

Accepted Answer

Canmay Tennis Clubs are using an assessment center as their method of identifying qualified candidates. This is because the candidates are going through a series of situations while being observed, which is a key feature of an assessment center. In-basket exercises and interviewing could be part of an assessment center but do not necessarily involve the observation of candidates in multiple situations. A work sample may involve actual performance of job tasks rather than simulated situations.

Question 7

Which of the following should an employer NOT do in order to develop effective newspaper advertisements?

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Question 8

Which of the following is the most important drawback of using educational institutions for recruitment?

Accepted Answer

The most important drawback of using educational institutions for recruitment is that the candidates usually have no full-time job experience. This can make it difficult for employers to assess their suitability for the role and can result in a higher risk of employee turnover or underperformance. While selection tests may still be necessary, that is not the primary drawback of using educational institutions for recruitment. The type of recruitment being limited to sales and retail is also not a significant drawback, as educational institutions may produce candidates for a wide range of industries. While basing recruitment solely on grade transcripts may not be a valid selection tool, it is not the most important drawback of using educational institutions for recruitment.

Question 9

According to an article in the Canadian HR Reporter, what is the biggest draw for students looking for organizations to apply to?

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Question 10

According to a recent survey, which of the following recruitment sources was identified as the most effective?

Accepted Answer

Employee referrals were identified as the most effective recruitment source in the recent survey.

Question 11

Which of the following is the most likely outcome of recruiting from within?

Accepted Answer

Recruiting from within can lead to a lack of new ideas and perspectives, potentially inhibiting creativity as the organization relies on existing employees who may share similar viewpoints and experiences.

Question 12

What does the value of a computerized record system (SAP and People Soft) for locating qualified internal job candidates largely depend on?

Accepted Answer

The value of a computerized record system for locating qualified internal job candidates largely depends on the extent to which data in the system is kept up-to-date. If the data is not current or accurate, the system will not be effective in identifying qualified candidates. While the experience of employees and the user-friendliness of the system may be important factors, they are not as critical as ensuring the data in the system is up-to-date. The availability of the system to line personnel is also important, but it is not the determining factor in the value of the system for identifying qualified candidates.

Question 13

Which of the following recruitment methods is most likely to result in discrimination against members of protected groups?

Accepted Answer

Employee referrals are the most likely recruitment method to result in discrimination against members of protected groups because they rely heavily on recommendations from current employees, who may be more likely to refer people who are similar to themselves in terms of race, gender, or other protected characteristics. This can perpetuate a lack of diversity within the organization.

Question 14

According to a recent study, which of the following factors is most important to executives in determining what company to work for?

Accepted Answer

The study suggests that values and culture are the most important factor for executives in deciding which company to work for. This indicates that executives prioritize a company's mission and beliefs over other factors such as job security, prestige of title, or a talented workforce.

Question 15

Which of the following is the most likely outcome of hiring someone from outside the organization?

Accepted Answer

Hiring someone from outside the organization can bring in new ideas, perspectives and approaches that can lead to revitalization of the organization.

Question 16

Which of the following occurs in a tight labour market?

Accepted Answer

In a tight labour market, the demand for labour exceeds the labour supply, which means there are more job openings than job seekers. This puts job seekers in a stronger bargaining position and can lead to higher wages or salaries. Options A, B and C are not applicable in a tight labour market.

Question 17

How is it possible to find out which sources produce qualified applicants?

Accepted Answer

Yield ratios can help determine which recruitment sources are producing qualified applicants. By calculating the ratio of applicants who make it to the next stage of the hiring process to the total number of applicants from each source, it is possible to compare the effectiveness of different sources. The higher the yield ratio, the more successful the recruitment source is in providing qualified candidates. This information can then be used to allocate recruitment budgets more effectively and target the most successful sources.

Question 18

Which of the following external recruiting sources normally provides applicants who stay with the organization the longest?

Accepted Answer

Employer referrals is considered the external recruiting source that provides applicants who stay with the organization the longest because they are recommended by current employees who are likely to know the culture and expectations of the organization, and are therefore more likely to refer candidates who are a good fit and will stay long-term. Additionally, candidates who are referred by current employees are more likely to be familiar with the organization's culture and are likely to have a stronger commitment to the organization.

Question 19

Which of the following best describes private employment agencies?

Accepted Answer

Private employment agencies commonly specialize in providing services for a specific occupational area. Option A is incorrect as these agencies are not managed by Human Resources Development Canada. Option B is incorrect as some private employment agencies may charge job seekers a fee. Option D is incorrect as private employment agencies provide services to job seekers irrespective of their educational background.

Question 20

Learning in Development (LID) is a high-tech firm that specializes in applications for hand-held devices. It is looking for a cheap, fast, and effective way of recruiting new candidates. Which of the following strategies would best suit LID?

Accepted Answer

Internet recruiting would be the best choice for a high-tech firm such as LID. It is cheap, fast, and can effectively reach a large pool of potential candidates with experience in technology and hand-held device applications. Executive search firms are typically expensive and may not have the specific expertise needed for LID's recruitment. Labour unions are not applicable as LID is a private company, and walk-in job applicants may not have the necessary qualifications for the job.

Quiz 5: Expanding the Talent Pool: Recruitment and Careers