Models of SHRM - 25 MCQs

Which model of SHRM emphasizes productivity, quality, and innovation?

• High Commitment Model

• High Performance Working Model

• High Involvement Model

• Resource-Based Model

The High Commitment Management Model primarily focuses on:

• Cost minimization

• Employee loyalty and trust

• External market competition

• Outsourcing HR practices

High Involvement Management Model highlights:

• Managerial control over decisions

• Employee participation in decision-making

• Outsourcing HR to reduce costs

• Reducing training expenses

Which SHRM model integrates HR practices with business strategy to improve competitiveness?

• Best Fit Model

• High Involvement Model

• High Performance Working Model

• Harvard Model

Which model assumes that employee commitment leads to superior performance?

• High Performance Working Model

• High Commitment Management Model

• High Involvement Model

• Michigan Model

HPW practices often include:

• Strict hierarchy and job control

• Training, teamwork, and rewards

• Downsizing and cost-cutting

• Minimal employee empowerment

HPW is strongly linked with:

• Short-term profits only

• Innovation and productivity

• Outsourcing

• Individualism in work

A key feature of HPW systems is:

• Lack of employee development

• Heavy supervision

• Continuous learning culture

• Job insecurity

High Commitment practices aim to:

• Reduce employee voice

• Build trust, loyalty, and long-term employment

• Increase turnover for flexibility

• Avoid employee engagement

Which HR practice reflects high commitment?

• Temporary contracts

• Employee stock ownership plans

• Excessive monitoring

• Reducing communication channels