WGU D351 Know to Pass (Functions of Human
Resource Management) Questions and Answers
Define fixed pay. Compensation that is independent of performance
As a bonus and example of fixed or variable compensation Variable
Is Merrit Pay an example of fixed or variable compensation? Variable
As a bonus considered direct or indirect compensation Direct
Is healthcare considered a form of direct or indirect compensation? Indirect compensation
Define indirect compensation Non-monetary benefits provided to workers, such as
pension funds, mobile phones, training, health and life insurance and employee services.
define job evaluation A job evaluation this should be conducted for every new position in
order to ensure the organization is hiring the correct level based on expected tasks, qualifications,
and responsibilities of the job or job has changed substantially.
Describe the term "sales incentive (commission)." Sales commissions is a form of variable
where employees are paid a percentage of the sales revenue generated by the employee.
,Describe the term "piecework." Piecework is a form of variable compensation where
employees are guaranteed a standard pay rate for each unit of output
Which group incentive plan leads to enhance productivity and subsequently creates additional
profits Gainsharing
What is the role of HR planning in organizations? HR planning helps organizations
understand future employee needs.
What are the different types of employee compensations? Direct (salary, hourly rate and
bonuses) and Indirect (services, benefits, and training)
What are the four implicit HR objectives? 1. Improve productivity 2.Improve quality of
work 3. Ensure legal compliance 4. Ensure ethical behavior
What is HR's contribution to productivity? HR managers contribute to productivity
through work, organization and design
Define Moral Philosophy principles, rules, and values people use in deciding what is right
or wrong
How to create culture of ethical behavior? (6) 1. Positive work environment. 2. Hiring
ethical individuals. 3. Providing ethical training. 4. Labeling and modeling, ethical behavior. 5.
Establishing ethics. 6 open door policy.
, What are six major trends, influencing work environment? 1. Increase competition.
2. Cost and benefits of HR utilization.
3. Productivity changes.
4. Pace and complexity of changes.
5. Workplace dysfunction systems.
6. Society trends.
Definition of culture a system of shared beliefs and values guiding behavior
Shapers of organizational culture Top management values shape, organizational culture,
and strategy
What Business and industry knowledge for HR professionals is needed? 1. Strategic
planning.
2. Financial statements.
3. Sales, marketing, production techniques.
4. Data processing, MIS knowledge.
Define HR generalist Provide guidance, support management, and service as a source of
help and information on human resource matters.
Resource Management) Questions and Answers
Define fixed pay. Compensation that is independent of performance
As a bonus and example of fixed or variable compensation Variable
Is Merrit Pay an example of fixed or variable compensation? Variable
As a bonus considered direct or indirect compensation Direct
Is healthcare considered a form of direct or indirect compensation? Indirect compensation
Define indirect compensation Non-monetary benefits provided to workers, such as
pension funds, mobile phones, training, health and life insurance and employee services.
define job evaluation A job evaluation this should be conducted for every new position in
order to ensure the organization is hiring the correct level based on expected tasks, qualifications,
and responsibilities of the job or job has changed substantially.
Describe the term "sales incentive (commission)." Sales commissions is a form of variable
where employees are paid a percentage of the sales revenue generated by the employee.
,Describe the term "piecework." Piecework is a form of variable compensation where
employees are guaranteed a standard pay rate for each unit of output
Which group incentive plan leads to enhance productivity and subsequently creates additional
profits Gainsharing
What is the role of HR planning in organizations? HR planning helps organizations
understand future employee needs.
What are the different types of employee compensations? Direct (salary, hourly rate and
bonuses) and Indirect (services, benefits, and training)
What are the four implicit HR objectives? 1. Improve productivity 2.Improve quality of
work 3. Ensure legal compliance 4. Ensure ethical behavior
What is HR's contribution to productivity? HR managers contribute to productivity
through work, organization and design
Define Moral Philosophy principles, rules, and values people use in deciding what is right
or wrong
How to create culture of ethical behavior? (6) 1. Positive work environment. 2. Hiring
ethical individuals. 3. Providing ethical training. 4. Labeling and modeling, ethical behavior. 5.
Establishing ethics. 6 open door policy.
, What are six major trends, influencing work environment? 1. Increase competition.
2. Cost and benefits of HR utilization.
3. Productivity changes.
4. Pace and complexity of changes.
5. Workplace dysfunction systems.
6. Society trends.
Definition of culture a system of shared beliefs and values guiding behavior
Shapers of organizational culture Top management values shape, organizational culture,
and strategy
What Business and industry knowledge for HR professionals is needed? 1. Strategic
planning.
2. Financial statements.
3. Sales, marketing, production techniques.
4. Data processing, MIS knowledge.
Define HR generalist Provide guidance, support management, and service as a source of
help and information on human resource matters.
