<<12345678910111213141516171819202122232425>> 1. What is the primary function of an organization according to the introduction?To generate profitsTo collect resourcesTo coordinate machineryTo achieve common objectivesQuestion 1 of 25 2. According to Edger Schein, how does he define organizations?A collection of peopleA hierarchical structureRational and planned coordination of activitiesA group of resourcesQuestion 2 of 25 3. Who believed that the best investment an organization can make is in its workers and referred to them as "vital machines"?Peter DruckerRobert OwenCharles BabbageFrederick TaylorQuestion 3 of 25 4. Which management thinker is known for his concept of Division of labor and Time & Motion studies?Gantt and GliberthsFrederick TaylorElton MayoChris ArgyrisQuestion 4 of 25 5. According to Frederick Taylor's approach, what is one of the major assumptions about people's behavior in the workplace?People are inherently lazyPeople are primarily motivated by social factorsPeople will do a given activity in return for moneyPeople are inherently self-disciplinedQuestion 5 of 25 6. Who is known for the impact of Human Studies at the Western Electric Company and its significance in the evolution of management thought?Peter DruckerCharles BabbageElton MayoFrederick TaylorQuestion 6 of 25 7. Which researchers highlighted dimensions of motivation in the field of management?Peter Drucker and Robert OwenGantt and GliberthsChris Argyris, Abraham Maslow, Douglas McGregor, and Fredrick HerzbergCharles Babbage and Frederick TaylorQuestion 7 of 25 8. What is the primary aim of Human Resource Management (HRM)?Achieving personal goals onlyAchieving organizational goals onlyAchieving both personal and organizational goalsAchieving financial goalsQuestion 8 of 25 9. Which of the following is NOT a section within the independent department of HRM?Recruitment and retentionPerformance and appraisal managementHuman resource developmentSales and marketingQuestion 9 of 25 10. What does Human Resource Management refer to in an organization?Managing only the financial resourcesManaging only the physical resourcesManaging all aspects of the human workforceManaging the technological resourcesQuestion 10 of 25 11. How does HRM aim to provide an optimal working environment for employees?By reducing employee workloadBy increasing employee turnoverBy offering financial incentivesBy allowing employees to utilize their skills fully and freelyQuestion 11 of 25 12. What is the primary focus of Human Resource Development (HRD) within HRM?Managing employee compensationNurturing employees' skills and developmentRecruitment and retention of employeesPerformance appraisal of employeesQuestion 12 of 25 13. HRM aims at achieving which of the following for both the organization and individual employees?Financial successPersonal developmentWork-life balanceWork goals and objectivesQuestion 13 of 25 14. According to the perspective of HRM, why is the management of people considered integral for achieving organizational objectives?Because it reduces labor costsBecause it helps in administrative tasksBecause employees develop a stake in the enterpriseBecause it increases technological advancementsQuestion 14 of 25 15. How are the functions related to acquisition, promotion, administration, and long-term benefits categorized in the text?Maintenance systemsHRM functionsAdministrative systemsDevelopmental systemsQuestion 15 of 25 16. Which systems in HRM encompass activities related to induction, development, performance appraisal, and career planning?Administrative systemsPromotion systemsDevelopmental systemsCompensation systemsQuestion 16 of 25 17. What is the key difference between the structure and functions of HRM and HRD?HRM focuses on employee growth, while HRD focuses on organizational growth.HRM emphasizes organizational interventions, while HRD focuses on routine functions.HRM deals with legal obligations, while HRD deals with employee satisfaction.There is no difference between the structure and functions of HRM and HRDQuestion 17 of 25 18. What does HRM emphasize with regard to human capital in the organization?Enhancing human capital for the present onlyEnhancing human capital for future needs of the organizationReducing human capital for cost savingsEliminating human capital altogetherQuestion 18 of 25 19. What made the role of HR professionals more important in organizations over time?Ensuring good working conditionsLegal obligationsFocusing on recruitment, training, and compensationTechnological advancementsQuestion 19 of 25 20. In Pareek and Rao's framework, what does the "Supportive Role" in HR encompass?Recruiting and retaining employeesStrengthening operating and executive levelsDeveloping technical competenceCreating organizational cultureQuestion 20 of 25 21. According to Pareek and Rao, what is the focus of the "Role of Systems Development and Research" in HR functions?Planning future manpowerDeveloping technical competenceDealing with people, their problems, and organizational dynamicsMotivating and retaining employeesQuestion 21 of 25 22. The "Managerial role" in HR involves which of the following functions?Developing technical competenceCoping with change in the environmentPlanning future manpower and assessing performanceCreating organizational cultureQuestion 22 of 25 23. What is the focus of the "Role of Developing Competence" in the HR framework by Pareek and Rao?Strengthening operating and executive levelsDeveloping technical and managerial competenceCoping with the changing environmentCreating culture and values in the organizationQuestion 23 of 25 24. What responsibilities are associated with the "Process Role" in HR functions according to Pareek and Rao?Planning future manpowerCreating a supportive environmentDiagnosing organizational problems and developing cultureDeveloping technical competenceQuestion 24 of 25 25. Which managerial attribute involves the ability to organize tasks effectively?InitiativeSystems development skillsConcern for excellenceFaith in human beingsQuestion 25 of 25 Loading...
