Question 1

At Rogopt, a multinational e-commerce site, the human resources department sends out emails to all its branches whenever there are any job openings in the company's headquarters. In this scenario, Rogopt is engaged in _____.

Accepted Answer

Rogopt is engaged in internal recruiting, which involves filling job openings with current employees from within the organization. In this case, the human resources department sends out emails to all its branches to inform them about job openings in the company's headquarters, which suggests that they are looking to fill these positions with existing employees.

Question 2

In the context of recruiting, which of the following kinds of information can be gathered by job analysis?

Accepted Answer

Job analysis helps in gathering specific information about a job, including the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job. Personal characteristics of existing employees, confidential client data, and shareholder lists are not relevant information that can be gathered through job analysis.

Question 3

Which of the following is true of internal recruiting?

Accepted Answer

Internal recruiting improves employee commitment and morale by providing current employees with opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization.

Question 4

Dana's application for the post of marketing manager was rejected because she turned down the interviewer's repeated requests to go out on a date with him. In the context of employment legislation, this scenario best illustrates _____.

Accepted Answer

This scenario best illustrates quid pro quo sexual harassment, as the interviewer made it clear that his romantic interest in Dana was a precondition for her getting the job. This type of harassment involves a person in a position of authority making employment decisions (such as hiring, promoting, or firing) based on whether an individual submits to sexual requests or advances.

Question 5

Which of the following is a difference between a quid pro quo case and a case of hostile work environment?

Accepted Answer

In a quid pro quo case, there is an exchange of sexual favors for job benefits or punishments, which can result in economic injury. In a case of hostile work environment, the harassment may not involve an exchange but creates an atmosphere that is so intimidating or offensive that it leads to psychological injury.

Question 6

Which of the following is an external recruitment method?

Accepted Answer

Walk-ins refers to individuals who apply for a job at a company without being directed to do so. This is an external recruitment method because the company is seeking to bring in new employees who have not previously worked at the company rather than promoting or transferring current employees from within. Job postings may also be an external method, but they are not the best choice as they do not necessarily guarantee that qualified candidates will apply.

Question 7

Which of the following is a similarity between job descriptions and job specifications?

Accepted Answer

Both job descriptions and job specifications are important results of a job analysis, as they provide detailed information about the job and the qualifications needed for it.

Question 8

Job specifications can be defined as:

Accepted Answer

Job specifications refer to a written summary of the qualifications or skills required to perform a particular job. It outlines the level of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to successfully execute the duties and responsibilities outlined in the job description. Therefore, option D is the correct choice. Option A refers to internal job postings, option B refers to job descriptions, and option C relates to career paths within an organization.

Question 9

_____ is the process of developing a pool of qualified job applicants from outside the company.

Accepted Answer

External recruiting is the process of finding and attracting potential job candidates from outside the organization. This can be done through various methods such as job postings, employee referrals, and recruiting events. By bringing in new talent from external sources, organizations can build a diverse workforce and bring in fresh perspectives and ideas.

Question 10

The junior accountants at Stejings, a textile manufacturing company, are being interviewed to fill a vacancy for the position of senior accountant in the company. In this scenario, Stejings is engaged in _____.

Accepted Answer

Stejings is engaging in internal recruiting by considering its junior accountants for the vacant position of senior accountant.

Question 11

_____ is the process of developing a pool of qualified job applicants.

Accepted Answer

Recruiting involves the process of identifying, attracting, and selecting potential employees to fill job openings within an organization. This includes developing a pool of qualified job applicants. Brainstorming refers to generating ideas, forecasting involves predicting future job needs, and downsizing is the process of reducing the size of an organization's workforce.

Question 12

Stacy is uncomfortable at work because the office is poorly lit and her male colleagues occasionally make lewd remarks. In the context of employment legislation, this scenario best illustrates _____.

Accepted Answer

A hostile work environment refers to a workplace where an employee is subjected to frequent or severe discriminatory behavior that makes it difficult for them to perform their job. The poorly lit office and lewd remarks from male colleagues create a hostile work environment for Stacy.

Question 13

Which of the following is an advantage of internal recruiting?

Accepted Answer

Internal recruiting reduces recruitment start-up time and costs since the organization does not have to advertise externally or conduct a rigorous selection process.

Question 14

Which of the following defines job posting?

Accepted Answer

Job posting refers to the process of advertising job openings within a company to existing employees.

Question 15

_____ is a planned sequence of jobs through which employees may advance within an organization.

Accepted Answer

A career path is a planned sequence of jobs through which employees may advance within an organization. This involves determining the knowledge, skills, and experiences required for a particular job or position and identifying the opportunities available for employees to acquire them. Career paths help employees to understand the steps they need to take to progress in their careers and enable organizations to develop their employees and meet their talent needs.

Question 16

June does not like her new job as a web designer at a software company because she finds the work culture unfitting. Her female peers go on dinner dates with the project manager to get their work approved. She also has male colleagues who exhibit inappropriate behavior. In the context of employment legislation, this scenario best illustrates _____.

Accepted Answer

The scenario describes a hostile work environment, where an employee is subjected to unwelcome conduct that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. The unwelcome conduct can be based on the employee's race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability. In this scenario, the female peers' behavior and the male colleagues' inappropriate conduct create an uncomfortable work environment for June.

Question 17

Cathy's supervisor, Jason, did not recommend her for a promotion because, in the past, Cathy had complained to the management about Jason's attempts to touch her inappropriately. In the context of employment legislation, this scenario best illustrates _____.

Accepted Answer

This scenario illustrates quid pro quo sexual harassment, where a supervisor retaliates against an employee for rejecting or complaining about unwanted sexual advances by withholding a job benefit, such as a promotion.

Question 18

Rhonda, a junior accountant at a manufacturing company, was laid off from her job because she rejected multiple requests from the company's chief financial officer to engage in a physical relationship with him. In the context of employment legislation, this scenario best illustrates _____.

Accepted Answer

The scenario best illustrates quid pro quo sexual harassment, where a person is asked to submit to or tolerate sexual conduct as a condition of employment or as a basis for making employment decisions, such as hiring or firing. In this case, Rhonda's rejection of the CFO's advances resulted in her losing her job, which is a clear example of quid pro quo sexual harassment.

Question 19

_____ helps a company meet the legal requirement that its human resource decisions be job related.

Accepted Answer

A job description helps a company meet the legal requirement that its human resource decisions be job-related by clearly outlining the specific knowledge, skills and abilities required to effectively perform the job. This helps ensure that hiring, training, promoting or dismissing decisions are based on legitimate job-related criteria rather than arbitrary or discriminatory practices. Job rotation, job enrichment, and job posting may be beneficial aspects of a company's human resource strategy, but they do not directly address the legal requirement for job-related decisions.

Question 20

_____ is defined as a purposeful, systematic process for collecting information on the important work-related aspects of a job.

Accepted Answer

Job analysis is the process of systematically collecting information on the important work-related aspects of a job. It involves gathering data on tasks, responsibilities, required skills, knowledge, and abilities, and other relevant factors that affect job performance. It is a critical process for developing accurate job descriptions and specifications, creating effective job designs and determining appropriate compensation and benefits for the job.

Quiz 11: Managing Human Resource Systems