3.6.1 Human Resource Objectives

What is the primary purpose of Human Resource Management (HRM)?

• To ensure maximum benefit from employees at minimum cost

• To increase the number of employees

• To reduce the cost of production

• To manage the company's finances

Which of the following is NOT an objective of Human Resource (HR) departments?

• Recruiting new staff

• Providing training

• Managing the company's finances

• Terminating employment

What does HR need to anticipate regarding the workforce?

• The future size of the workforce

• The current size of the workforce

• The past size of the workforce

• The financial status of the workforce

What is one way HR helps employees reach their full potential?

• By reducing their workload

• By providing training

• By increasing their salary

• By giving them more vacation time

What is a key factor in supporting employee/employer relations?

• High salaries

• Good communication

• Long working hours

• Strict management

What can effective management, good staff organization, and a pleasant working environment help improve?

• Employee salaries

• Employee morale

• Employee workload

• Employee turnover

What should HR focus on to ensure employees are engaged?

• Providing extra vacation days

• Offering high salaries

• Ensuring employees have something to aim for

• Reducing working hours

What can breakdown in employee/employer relations lead to?

• Increased productivity

• Low morale

• Higher salaries

• More vacation time

Why is it important to have a diverse workforce?

• It reduces the need for training.

• It helps in predicting workforce needs.

• It brings a variety of skills and perspectives.

• It reduces the amount of funding needed.

How can the HR department help employees reach their full potential?

• By hiring them on a short-term basis.

• By providing training and development opportunities.

• By treating them as just another resource.

• By focusing on production needs only.