MULTIPLE CHOICE
1.Career opportunities in the field of HRM are rapidly expanding because firms are becoming increasingly aware of the impact of HRM practices on:
a.strategic goals.
b.strategic planning.
c.organizational commitment.
d.organizational effectiveness.
2.____ perform virtually all facets of HRM.
a.HRM analysts
b.HRM generalists
c.HRM specialists
d.HRM consultants
3.Someone wishing to enter the HRM field may choose one of two routes:
a.specialist or apprentice.
b.specialist or generalist.
c.generalist or apprentice.
d.apprentice or intern.
4.Who among the following could be expected to answer employee questions regarding pension plans, create a presentation on the company’s new health care program, and bargain with a vendor over the cost of an HRIS?
a.HRM analysts
b.HRM generalists
c.HRM specialists
d.HRM consultants
5.A typical HRM generalist’s day might consist of all but which of the following activities?
a.Conduct a reference check on an applicant.
b.Arrange an employment interview.
c.Conduct an in-depth training needs assessment.
d.Clarify the wording of a section in the company’s handbook.
6.Entry-level HRM generalists positions are most often found in:
a.small to midsized organizations.
b.midsized to large organizations.
c.large state governments.
d.large private sector corporations.
7.____ have neither time nor resources to conduct in-depth studies or projects.
a.HRM specialists
b.HRM generalists
c.HRM academics
d.HRM consultants
8.Top corporate HRM executive generalists earn an average salary of about:
a.$37,000.
b.$152,000.
c.$170,000.
d.$218,000.
9.What is the average annual salary that an entry-level HRM generalist can expect?
a.$37,000
b.$45,000
c.$57,000
d.$65,000
10.Individuals that perform a variety of HRM activities in an organization are known as:
a.HR assistants.
b.HR specialists.
c.HR generalists.
d.HR associates.