Determining Who and Why

HRM 531

What is the value of understanding job analysis information as an operating

manager? How can this information help you accomplish? How can you use the

information to create a productive work environment?

• As a manager, which job analysis method would you prefer to use? How would you

overcome the disadvantages associated with this method? Explain.

• What factors would you consider most important in recruiting employees? Explain.

• Which do you consider more valuable: external or internal recruitment? What are the

advantages and disadvantages of each? Explain. In your own company or a

company you are familiar with, on which type do you think the recruitment process

should focus? Why?

• What is the relationship between the business strategy and the organizational culture

regarding staffing decisions?

• Which selection method would you recommend using? Provide an example and

explain both the benefits and negatives attributed to this method.