Homework: HRD Comprehensive Exam List of Questions
A. Many organizations rely on employee referral programs to identify prospective employees. What are the advantages and disadvantages of such an approach?
B. Describe the two possible selection errors (False Positive and False Negative) that can result from selection. Which error is more severe, and why?
C. Describe the two broad purposes performance appraisals serve for organizations and then provide two specific examples under each purpose.
D. Outline the tenets of equity theory and explain how it relates and can be applied to systems of compensation.
E. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a compensation system based on straight salary versus straight commission for a sales position. Provide perspective from both the employers and employees.
F. With respect to retirement plans, what are some important distinctions between a defined benefit plan and a defined contribution plan?
G. Describe the conditions under which job stress and burnout are likely.
H. List and describe four major forces influencing the workplace and learning.
I. What are four intangible assets that can be most directly influenced by training and development? 61. Describe three reasons for increased use of new technologies for training delivery.
J. Delivery of training in the future must be done faster and more efficiently. How can this be done? What are some techniques to accomplish this goal?
K. Discuss the relative merits of internal versus external recruitment.
L. How can organizations help improve the quality of their interviewing so that interviews provide valid information for hiring purposes?
M. Explain the difference between compensatory and multiple hurdles models of employee selection. 66. How is a coach different from a mentor?
N. How can technology improve the quality of HR decisions?
O. Describe why information security and privacy are important considerations in the design, development, and maintenance of an HRIS.
P. What factors have led to the increased organizational interest in HR metrics and workforce analytics?
Q. If the parties negotiating a labor contract are unable to reach an agreement, what actions can resolve the situation?
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