HR Business Knowledge: Can You Help Answer These Key Questions?

Business Knowledge for HR [Question - Answer]

Hello friend, I have started a thread in which I have posted some questions related to HR business knowledge. Please provide appropriate answers to those questions and feel free to add any additional questions you may have regarding HR business knowledge. Let's start with the 1st Question.

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Who said, "Authority is not to be conceived of apart from responsibility"?

Under the training and development plan, the form is to be prepared in ________ form.

The process of analyzing jobs from which job descriptions are developed is called ________.

What are the prerequisites for the perfect functioning of management participation in trade unions?

Companies can offer the option only to employees who are above ________ years of age or have served with the company for 10 years.

When efforts to earn additional income through a second job do not bear fruit, such type of efforts and the consequent results may be called -

Which of the following is the first function of management? - direction, forecasting, control, planning

Pay is one of the most crucial aspects given to employees and is also reflected in the pay structure.

What are the uses of the 'Balanced Scorecard' as a strategic management system?

Name the various HRD scorecards.

360-Degree Feedback enhances the quality of decision-making.

Name the three phases of performance counseling.

One of the important aspects of HRD is ____.

Kaizen is related to quality improvement, performance improvement, continuous improvement, and production improvement.

Maslow is associated with - need hierarchy, scientific management, group theory, administration. What describes the duties of the job, authority relationships, skills requirements, conditions of work, etc.

The TQM philosophy was evolved or theorized by - What were the features of globalization in the Indian content?

An employer has to pay ________ of the basic wages to the employees during the layoff period.

Name the person who lacks the other basic qualities that can lead others in the wrong direction.

In an organization initiating career planning, what modality would essentially form the basis for placement, transfer, and rotation?

What is the act of taking up a part-time job or business or industrial unit simultaneously with that of the original job?

The book ‘HR Value Proposition’ is authored by Michael Porter, Peter F. Drucker, J. Pfeffer, and Dave Ulrich.

Name the two factors which lead people to work:

Under the appraisal panel, what are the qualities that can achieve good results despite the difficulties inherent in the potential appraisal?

The main contribution of HRD audit is to focus on?

A culture having which factors as its bedrocks is highly suitable for 360-degree appraisal.

The problems and challenges of continuous improvement can be effectively tackled by taking advantage of ________.

The concept of ‘Balanced Scorecard’ was developed by Peter Ward, Norton, and Kaplan, as well as Waterman, Pfeffer, and Sutton.

If your job includes working with outsiders and keeping your organization informed regarding external environment developments, you are a Systems Manager, Research Analyst, Resource Developer, or Boundary Spanner.

Among the following individuals, who is not a behavioral scientist: Frederick Herzberg, Rensis Likert, Adam Smith, Douglas McGregor.

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Which of the following is not an example of a receiver of external communications from the Finance Manager of a business? - Managing Director, Bank Manager, Supplier, Shareholder

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Which of the following is not an example of a receiver of external communications from the Finance Manager of a business? - Managing Director, Bank Manager, Supplier, Shareholder

Which of the following is the first function of management? – direction, forecasting, control, planning

Planning.

Which of the following is not a kind of 'wage structure' as per the criteria established by the Government of India? - minimum wage, living wage, fair wage, good wage.

IBM India has restructured its organization to enable employees who have contact with customers to be more involved in the decision-making process. This change is aimed at improving organizational efficiency. IBM is trying to achieve a competitive advantage through people, apply scientific principles, engage in top-down decision-making, and achieve circular reasoning.

A manager who flies in, makes a lot of noise, makes many demands, and then leaves is called a Strident Manager, Seagull Manager, Assmaggot, or Boorish Manager.

The concept of Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) was developed by Norton Kaplan, Louis Kelso, Michael Porter, and Jeffrey Pfeffer.

The concept of Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) was developed by – Norton Kaplan, Louis Kelso, Michael Porter, Jeffrey
Pfeffer

Which of the following certifications is related to organizational health and safety – ISO 9000, ISO 9001, ISO 14000, ISO 18000.

Maslow is associated with – need hierarchy, scientific management, group theory, administration
scientific management

Which of the following certification is related to organisational health and safety – ISO 9000, ISO 9001, ISO 14000, ISO 18000
ISO 18000

KAIZEN is related to – Quality Improvement, Performance Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Production Improvement
Kaizen is related to "COntinuous improvement". It is basically a Japanese term, which means "Change for the better."
It involves:-
1.Making the work environment more efficient and effective by creating a team atmosphere.
2.improving everyday procedure.
3.ensuring employee satisfaction and making a job more fulfilling,less tiring and safer.
I think its enough for the same.Please add if anybody has something else.
Regards
Shikha

The concept of ‘Balanced Score Card' was given by – Peter Ward, Norton and Kaplan, Waterman, Pfeffer and Sutton
Norton and Kaplan

Who amongst the following is not a behavioural scientist – Frederick Herzberg, Rensis Likert, Adam Smith, Douglas McGregor
adam smith

Q - Which of the following is the first function of management? – direction, forecasting, control, planning
Ans - according to me Planning is the first function of Management. Then comes the forecasting, afterwards direction and then control.
Please let me know if I am wrong.
Reg
Priya

Q.> Which of the following is the first function of management? – direction, forecasting, control, planning
A.> Forecasting, Planning, Direction, Control,
Q.> KAIZEN is related to – Quality Improvement, Performance Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Production Improvement
A.> Continuous Improvement
Q.> Maslow is associated with – need hierarchy, scientific management, group theory, administration
A.> need hierarchy.

Maslow is associated with – need hierarchy, scientific management, group theory, administration
Need Hierarchy

KAIZEN is related to – Quality Improvement, Performance Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Production Improvement
Quality

KAIZEN is related to – Quality Improvement, Performance Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Production Improvement
Ans:continuous improvement
Cheers
Nithya

The concept of ‘Balanced Score Card' was given by – Peter Ward, Norton and Kaplan, Waterman, Pfeffer and Sutton
Ans: Norton and Kaplan
Cheers
Nithya:-P

Which of the following is the first function of management? – direction, forecasting, control, planning
Answer: Planning

Which of the following is the first function of management? – direction, forecasting, control, planning
Forecasting is the first step.

Hi Jay,
Planing & forecasting are both interrelated and they are the first function of management..

Which of the following certification is related to organisational health and safety – ISO 9000, ISO 9001, ISO 14000, ISO 18000
health and safety is certified under ISO 9000

The concept of Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) was developed by – Norton Kaplan, Louis Kelso, Michael Porter, Jeffrey
Pfeffer
Ans: Louis Kelso

Who said the ‘Authority is not to be conceived of apart from responsibility”
Ans:Mary P. Follett

The book ‘HR Value Proposition' is authored by – Michael Porter, Peter F. Drucker, J. Pfeffer, Dave Ulrich
Ans:Dave Ulrich

The concept of ‘Balanced Score Card' was given by – Peter Ward, Norton and Kaplan, Waterman, Pfeffer and Sutton
Ans:Norton and Kaplan

Which of the following is not an example of a receiver of external communications from the Finance Manager of a business? –
ans:supplier.

Which of the following is the first function of management? – direction, forecasting, control, planning
Ans: Planning
Tarun Bhutra

Which of the following is the first function of management? – direction, forecasting, control, planning
Ans ) Planning wud b the first followed by forecasting then direction last wud b control

Which of the following is the first function of management? – direction, forecasting, control, planning
Ans : Planning:icon1:

The concept of ‘Balanced Score Card' was given by – Peter Ward, Norton and Kaplan, Waterman, Pfeffer and Sutton
Ans : Norton and Kaplan
Maslow is associated with – need hierarchy, scientific management, group theory, administration
Ans: need hierarchy

Question

According to Vroom's theory, ________ is the result of the multiplication of valence and expectancy.

Which types of motivators are involved in granting additional authority to an employee in their activity?

Please let me know if you need any further assistance.

The first fuction of management is planning.
Chaitali Shah
Winners never quit and Quitters never win.:-P

Kaizen is related to Continuous Improvement.
Chaitali Shah
Winners never quit and Quitters never win:-P

Abraham Maslow is associated with Need Hierarchy Theory which has five levels such as physiological needs, safety needs, social needs, esteem needs ans lastly salf-actulisation need.
Chaitali Shah
Winners never quit and Quitters never win.:-P

Probably, the answer is boudry spanner, correct me if I'm wrong.
Chaitali Shah
Winners never quit and Quitters never win:-P

The answer is "Adam Smith", he was an Economist.
Chaitali Shah
Winners never quit and Quitters never win:-P

Question: If the human element is handled properly by the manager, he can make two plus equal to five. True/False.

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The two dimensions of leadership which emerged from the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire were 'consideration' and '______'.

Question: ________ are the rules of pattern and behavior that are expected from all team members.

Answer: Norms

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Question: Fatigue can be defined as the tiredness of the body as a result of continuous physical activity.

Question: Frequent absenteeism of a manager who talks about punctuality to his subordinates is a way of ________ behavior.

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Organizational culture represents a complex pattern of beliefs, expectations, ideas, values, and attitudes shared by the members of the organization.

Question: Anand is the new CEO of ABC Ltd. Whatever suggestions or recommendations are given by his subordinate managers, all are rejected by Anand. What sort of role is being portrayed by Anand?

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In this scenario, Anand is displaying an authoritative or autocratic leadership style. By consistently rejecting the suggestions and recommendations of his subordinate managers, Anand is exhibiting a tendency towards making decisions unilaterally without much input or collaboration from his team. This behavior can create a negative work environment, hinder creativity, and stifle innovation within the organization. It is essential for leaders to strike a balance between asserting their authority and valuing the contributions of their team members to foster a more inclusive and productive work culture.

Question: In which type of corporate culture do the members have a strong sense of identification and recognize the interdependence?

In a corporate culture where members have a strong sense of identification and recognize interdependence, it is often referred to as a collaborative or clan culture. In this type of environment, employees value teamwork, loyalty, and a sense of belonging. They work together towards common goals, emphasize mutual support, and prioritize relationships within the organization.

This culture fosters open communication, trust, and cooperation among team members. It promotes a sense of unity and shared purpose, leading to increased employee engagement, satisfaction, and overall organizational success. Companies that cultivate a collaborative culture tend to have high levels of employee retention, creativity, and innovation.

Overall, a collaborative or clan culture emphasizes the importance of relationships, shared values, and a collective approach to achieving objectives. It is characterized by a strong sense of community, cooperation, and a commitment to working together towards shared goals.

The scuffle in the organization for achieving the organizational status and the power is the essence of the ________ needs.

The pursuit of organizational status and power often leads to internal conflicts within an organization, reflecting the inherent desire for recognition and influence among individuals. This constant strive for advancement and authority can shape the organizational culture and dynamics significantly.

Hello Jay,

A small request...

Why don't you post a set of questions at once? It's more time-consuming to go through each and every page looking for the answers.

Please, if you don't mind.

Thank you.

Abraham Maslow is associated with need hierarchy...its one of the most highly followed principles in the industry...
:-P
Poonam Singh

If your job includes working with outsiders and keeping your organization informed regarding external environment developments,
you are – Research Analyst

Which of the following is not an example of a receiver of external communications from the Finance Manager of a business? –Supplier

Hi,
Q. Maslow is associated with – need hierarchy, scientific management, group theory, administration
A. Need Hierarchy

Question: Noise is regarded as a distracter because it interferes with/affects.

Question: People always bring something of their own to the situation. This something is known as.

Question: The philosophy that guides an organization's policies towards its employees and customers is an important part of.

KAIZEN is related to – Quality Improvement, Performance Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Production Improvement
ANS : CONTINOUS IMPROVEMENT.

Which of the following is the first function of management? – direction, forecasting, control, planning
Ans is Planning

Which of the following is the first function of management? – direction, forecasting, control, planning?
The answer is planning

KAIZEN is related to – Quality Improvement, Performance Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Production Improvement
The ans is Continuous improvement

Q 4.
Maslow is associated with – need hierarchy, scientific management, group theory, administration
Ans: Hierarchy of Needs

Which of the following certification is related to organisational health and safety – ISO 9000, ISO 9001, ISO 14000, ISO 18000
ISO 14000

In the Supportive organization model, employee orientation is focused on job performance and participation.

What are the uses of the ' Balanced Score Card' as a strategic management system?
1.Increase focus on strategy and results
2.Improve organizational performance
3.Align organization strategy with the work people do on a day-to-day basis
4.Focus on the drivers of future performance
5.Improve communication of the organization's Vision and Strategy
6.Prioritize Projects / Initiatives ....etc

1)Which of the following is the first function of management? – direction, forecasting, control, planning
Ans:Forecasting
2)Maslow is associated with – need hierarchy, scientific management, group theory, administration
Ans:Need hierarchy
3)360 -Degree Feedback enhances the quality of ________ decisions.
Ans:Performance Apprisal
4)One of the importance of HRD is ??
Ans: Improving the Competeancy(knowledge,skill,attitude) level of employee
5)
KAIZEN is related to – Quality Improvement, Performance Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Production Improvement
Ans:Continuous Improvement
6)The process of analysing jobs from which job descriptions are developed are called
________.
Ans:Job analysis
7)What is that describes the duties of the job, authority relationship, skills requirement,
conditions of work etc.
Ans:Job Description
8)Name the two facters which lead people to work
Ans:Motivation,Remuniration
Regards
Deepak mishra
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I am a graduate and looking forward to doing my MBA in HR. Can anyone please post a link to access the Foundation of Management (Economics, Sociological, and Psychological)?

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