Job prospects in HRM risk lagging behind those in finance, information technology, marketing, and general management because:
A) of the trend to devolve many HR activities to line managers and the outsourcing of other activities such as compensation and training and development.
B) of the lack of top management support for HR activities in all countries around the world.
C) few HR professionals have formal, recognised qualifications in HRM.
D) the downsizing of organisations has resulted in the loss of many HR departments.

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Page 418. Applied. There is a risk that there may be fewer opportunities in HR compared to other functions because of the trend to devolve some HR functions to line managers, the widespread adoption of shared services and the outsourcing of key HR functions.

Job Prospects in HRM Risk Lagging Behind Those in Finance