Recruitment, Selection, and Training Quiz

What is the first stage of the recruitment process?

• Evaluate applicants and select a shortlist

• Identify the type and number of staff needed

• Prepare job description and person specification

• Provide feedback for unsuccessful candidates

Which method of external recruitment involves sending details to employers without a specific vacancy?

• Advertising

• Jobcentres

• Direct application

• Headhunting

What is a disadvantage of on-the-job training?

• Output is not affected if mistakes are made

• Training could take place outside work hours

• Output may be lost if workers make mistakes

• Workers’ learning cannot be distracted by work

Which of the following is a benefit of training for managers?

• Higher costs due to training

• Less flexibility in the workforce

• More cooperative and easier to work with employees

• Increased employee turnover

What is the purpose of a job description?

• To evaluate applicants

• To provide feedback for unsuccessful candidates

• To show tasks, duties, and responsibilities of a job

• To list personal details of the jobseeker

Which of the following is NOT a way of external recruitment?

• Private employment agencies

• Jobcentres

• Internal recruitment

• Headhunting

What is one advantage of off-the-job training?

• Output is not affected if mistakes are made

• Workers’ learning can be distracted by work

• Training is cheaper than on-the-job training

• Output is being produced

What is a common tool used in online recruitment?

• Applicant tracking systems

• Private employment agencies

• Word of mouth

• Jobcentres

Which of the following is a characteristic of headhunting?

• It is the cheapest recruitment method

• Candidates apply formally for the job

• A list of potential candidates is created

• It is suitable for all job types

What is the main goal of training in a business?

• To increase costs

• To make workers more productive

• To reduce job satisfaction

• To limit employee skills