Question 1

Which of the following attempts to add diversity to a workforce or increase the effectiveness of an already diverse workforce?

Accepted Answer

A diversity initiative attempts to add diversity to a workforce or to increase the effectiveness of an already diverse workforce.
Key Takeaway: A diversity initiative is typically a company-wide objective to either add diversity to the company's workforce tor to expand upon the effectiveness of the company's already diverse workforce. Typically, the initiative will begin with a meeting to discuss the benefits of corporate diversity and an open discussion about any of the changes occurring within the company.

Question 2

What does a SWOT analysis look at in an organization?

Accepted Answer

A SWOT analysis looks at the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to an organization.
Key Takeaway: A SWOT analysis (standing for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) is one of the most common methods for corporate environmental scanning. Strengths and weaknesses are typically viewed as internal factors that either lead to or deter from a company's success. Opportunities and threats, while sometimes internal, are typically external factors that may possibly impact an organization's overall strategic plan.

Question 3

Finn's boss asked him to put together a list of SMART key performance indicators for their organization, Iron Man, Inc. Which of the following lists correctly identifies SMART indicators?

Accepted Answer

SMART indicators are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely.
Key Takeaway: When defining KPIs for any organization, the KPIs must always be SMART. If a KPI is not specific, measurements may have inconstancies; if it is not measurable, it is not a metric and therefore, not a KPI; target values must always be achievable and realistic within a given time frame; and, of course, there must be a deadline. An untimely achievement is a non-achievement.
Lately, there has been talk of replacing SMART with SMARTA, with the last A meaning align. In this case, a KPI would need to be aligned with the strategic plan of the organization.

Question 4

Sione earns roughly $22,000 per year, manages and supervises three other employees, and spends about 35 hours per week on job duties that require a fair amount of discretion and independence. Which of the following is true about Sione?

Accepted Answer

In this situation, Sione is nonexempt, based upon the salary requirements.
Key Takeaway: According to the FLSA, an employee in any given business must be classified as either exempt or nonexempt. In order to be exempt, an employee must be paid a salary of at least $23,660 per year. An employee who is entitled to hourly pay (at minimum wage or above), overtime, and protections under child labor and equal pay, that employee is considered to be non-exempt.

Question 5

Which of the following is the best quality tool for gathering information about a specific problem?

Accepted Answer

An Ishikawa diagram is the best quality tool for gathering information about a specific problem.
Key Takeaway: Ishikawa diagrams are diagrams that show the particular causes of a business event. Typically, Ishikawa diagrams are used to show quality defect prevention measures and to identify the overall effect of a number of factors.

Question 6

Sometimes, an employee might choose to no longer have the union represent them. If this is the case, what must the employee petition the NLRB for?

Accepted Answer

If an employee chooses to no longer have the union represent them, the employee must petition the NLRB for decertification.
Key Takeaway: If an employee so chooses, they can petition the NLRB to decertify the union. In this case, the employee would have to provide evidence that at least 30% of the union supports the decertification. This event can also occur if a given employer gains evidence that the union no longer has the support of a majority of the bargaining unit.

Quiz 1: Human Resources (HR) and Employment Law