S | M02 Post-exam (after solving))

To manage high turnover, employers should: (select 2 out of 5)

• conduct exit interview all leavers

• plan for better compensation

• do environmental scanning

• let telecommuting a must for all jobs

• find better training providers

The MOST critical stage in the process of outsourcing to a third-party contractor is

• defining objectives.

• analyzing needs.

• preparing a request for proposal.

• implementing the proposed system.

Which of the following is the first step to take in a workforce reduction?

• Objectively identify marginally performing employees.

• Prepare a plan which explains the business reasons for the action.

• Apply the criteria of an evenhanded and fair seniority system.

• Prepare a communication plan to effectively reach all employees.

A major advantage of posting open jobs online is the:

• reduction in time spent reviewing resumes.

• ability to attract better qualified candidates.

• ability to target employees with specific qualifications for the job.

• significantly lowered cost of tracking and reporting applicants.

What is one critical step in the candidate selection process?

• To ensure that the selection process stays focused on the actual job assignment, interview only the candidates themselves.

• To assure a consistent assessment, use only one data-gathering instrument.

• In the interest of objectivity, keep home- and host-country managers out of the selection process.

• To ensure a broad selection of qualified candidates, create and maintain a potential global assignee talent pool.

Which of the following is NOT true of Internet recruiting?

• Because Internet recruiting is the most cost effective, companies should limit their employment application process to the Internet and email.

• Accepting job applications over the Internet may result in more applicants than a company can feasibly screen.

• Offering only web-based options for job applications may have an adverse impact on minorities.

• More than half of all new hires are a result of Internet-based recruiting.

After a company acquisition, which of the following HR actions can occur after the transfer date?

• Review regulatory conditions

• Change the terms of employment 

• Complete due diligence reports

• Determine financial resources