HR Day Quiz
1. What is often the first step in the process of hiring a new employee?
A. Design a job description
B. Know the position and the needs
C. Develop a team
D. Announce the position
2. Which one is not included in the hiring process?
A. Recruitment
B. Socialization
C. Selection
D. Job specification
3. The best hiring occurs when the goals of which of the following should be consistent to each other?
A. HR managers, Finance manager
B. Head office, Branch
C. Organization, Individual
D. Lower managers, Top managers
4. During which of the following interview, an interviewer asks probing and open-ended questions?
A. Structured interview
B. Unstructured interview
C. Formal interview
D. Planned interview
5. What is the purpose of a performance evaluation?
A. Determine employee salary
B. Provide feedback on job performance
C. Assign new job responsibilities
D. Select employees for promotion
6. What type of feedback is typically included in a performance evaluation?
A. Positive feedback only
B. Negative feedback only
C. Both positive and constructive feedback
D. No feedback is provided
7. The costs incurred in recruitment, training and development of an employee are known as
A. Replacement cost
B. Opportunity cost
C. Historical cost
D. Imputed cost
8. Which type of incentive program is designed to reward employees based on the overall success of the organization?
A. Team-based incentives
B. Individual performance incentives
C. Profit-sharing
D. Stock options
9. What is the typical percentage of an employee's basic salary that is contributed towards the Provident Fund as per the PF Act?
A. 5%
B. 10%
C. 12%
D. 15%
10. Which element is commonly included in executive compensation packages but may not be as prevalent in non-executive packages?
A. Base salac.
B. Performance bonuses
C. Stock options
D. Health insurance
11. Which of the following is an example of strategic change in an organization?
A. Changing the layout of the office furniture
B. Introducing a new performance appraisal system
C. Implementing a new marketing strategy
D. Conducting team-building workshops
12. What is the typical sequence of stages in the Organizational Development (OD) process?
A. Diagnosis, Intervention, Evaluation, Feedback
B. Intervention, Feedback, Diagnosis, Evaluation
C. Feedback, Intervention, Diagnosis, Evaluation
D. Diagnosis, Intervention, Feedback, Evaluation
13. What are the key components of a well-structured Performance Improvement Plan (PIP), and how can it be implemented without demotivating employees?
A. Components: Strict deadlines; Implementation: Public announcement of the plan
B. Components: Clear goals, regular feedback; Implementation: Open communication and support
C. Components: Punitive measures; Implementation: Strict supervision
D. Components: Vague expectations; Implementation: Limited communication
14. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using the 360-degree feedback method in a Performance Management System?
A. Provides a holistic view but may suffer from bias
B. Reduces bias but lacks comprehensive feedback
C. Offers quick feedback but lacks employee involvement
D. Requires minimal training but is time-consuming
15. In what way can quantification bias affect the results of employee engagement surveys within an organization?
A. By overemphasizing the importance of subjective feedback
B. By underestimating the impact of numerical ratings
C. By relying solely on quantitative metrics and neglecting qualitative insights
D. By excluding employees from the survey process
16. What is the Balanced Scorecard and how does it differ from traditional performance measurement systems?
A. It is a financial performance metric; differentiates by including customer and internal process perspectives.
B. It is a comprehensive strategic management system; differs by incorporating financial and non-financial performance indicators from multiple perspectives.
C. It is a marketing tool; differentiates by focusing exclusively on customer satisfaction.
D. It is an employee engagement survey; differs by including financial metrics
17. Explain the concept of strategy mapping in the context of the Balanced Scorecard and how it contributes to organizational success.
A. Strategy mapping involves plotting geographical locations for business expansion; it has no direct link to organizational success.
B. Strategy mapping is a visual representation of an organization's strategic objectives and cause-and-effect relationships; it helps align actions with strategy for improved performance.
C. Strategy mapping is a tool used for financial forecasting; it focuses exclusively on predicting future revenue streams.
D. Strategy mapping involves mapping employee skills; it is not relevant to organizational success.
18. Unfreezing, change, refreeze is from the which model of change?
A. Kurt Lewin
B. John Kotters
C. ADKAR
D. None of the above
19. From below name the complete HR software for Payroll, leaves and benefits management
A. People soft
B. Willis tower Watson
C. Bamboo HR
D. Keka HR
20. From the below which one is not the models of diagnostics?
A. SWOT
B. Appreciate inquiry
C. GPTW
D. PESTLE
21. Pre-job training is otherwise known as
A. Orientation training
B. Safety training
C. Job training
D. Promotional training
22. Which of the following is not a feature of Resource model related to Internal Communications and branding?
A. HR Wellbeing
B. Pull Approach
C. Management mouth piece
D. Builds culture
23. How does Equity Theory explain the relationship between perceived fairness in reward distribution and employee satisfaction? What are the potential consequences of perceived inequity?
A. Equity Theory is irrelevant in understanding employee satisfaction
B. Equity Theory posits that employees are solely motivated by financial rewards.
C. Equity Theory suggests that employees compare their inputs and outcomes with others; perceived inequity can lead to dissatisfaction and potentially result in behavioural changes.
Equity Theory focuses only on individual perceptions, ignoring comparisons with others.
24. Compare the assumptions of McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y regarding employee motivation and management beliefs. How might these assumptions influence managerial practices?
A. McGregor's theories propose identical assumptions about employee motivation.
B. Theory X assumes that employees are inherently lazy and require close supervision, while Theory Y assumes that employees are self-motivated, creative, and can be trusted.
C. Theory X and Theory Y both emphasize hands-off management approaches.
D. McGregor's theories focus solely on financial incentives for employee motivation
25. Attrition Rate is calculated by
A. Attrition Rate = (Number of Employees Left / Average Workforce) * 100
B. Attrition Rate = (Number of New Hires / Total Workforce) * 100
C. Attrition Rate = (Number of Promotions / Total Workforce) * 100
D. Attrition Rate = (Number of Leaves Taken / Average Workforce) * 100
26. Which of the following are not Disciplines of Organization learning
A. Team Learning
B. Personal Mastery
C. Bifocal Vision
D. Systems Thinking
27. Which of the following is not part of KLOB’s Learning Cycle
A. Concrete Experience
B. Active Experimentation
C. Abstract Conceptualisation
D. Training Evaluation
28. Whic is NOT a dimension of GPTW
A. Pride
B. Fairness
C. Camaraderie
D. Transparency
29. What is the minimum wage, and how does it vary across regions?
A. The minimum wage is a fixed amount that applies universally to all workers.
B. The minimum wage is the lowest wage rate that employers are legally required to pay their employees and may vary across regions based on local cost of living and economic factors.
C. Minimum wage laws are irrelevant in modern workplaces.
D. Employers have the discretion to set their own minimum wage.
30. Describe the key characteristics of the Action Research model.
A. Action Research is characterized by a linear and rigid process.
B. Action Research involves collaboration between researchers and participants, a focus on real-world problems, a cyclical process, and an emphasis on reflection and continuous improvement.
C. Action Research only focuses on theoretical research.
D. Action Research is a one-time, isolated activity.
31. Which of the following is not a Hard factor in 7 - S framework?
A. Skills
B. Strategy
C. Structure
D. System
32. What is not one of the 4 forms of resistance?
A. Struggle
B. Domination
C. Submerge
D. Sabotage
33. What is the role of Human Resource Information System (HRIS) in HR management?
A. Managing employee emotions
B. Automating HR processes and data management
C. Employee counselling services
D. Conducting team-building activities
34. Which of the following is an example of a protected characteristic under anti-discrimination laws?
A. Height
B. Hobbies
C. Marital status
D. Communication style
35. Equal Renumeration act was established in the year?
A. 1940
B. 1976
C. 1958
D. 1980
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