BUSMHR 3200 EXAM 3 EXAM STUDY GUIDE
2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
SOLUTIONS
◉"Needs Assessment" answers questions in 3 broad areas. Answer:
1. Organization - What is the context in which training will occur?
2. Person - Who needs training?
3. Task - What subjects should the training cover?
◉Organization Analysis (Needs Assessment). Answer: A process for
determinng the appropriateness of training by evaluating the
characteristics of the organization
◉Person Analysis (Needs Assessment). Answer: A process of
determining individuals' needs and readiness for training
◉Task Analysis (Needs Assessment). Answer: The process of
identifying and analyzing tasks to be trained for
◉Readiness for Training. Answer: A combination of employee
characteristics and positive work environment that permit training
, ◉Communities of Practice. Answer: Groups of employees who work
together, learn from each other, and develop a common
understanding of how to get work accomplished
◉Performance Management.... Answer: - Provides a framework for
aligning people resources against strategic and tactical objectives.
- Provides a system for rewarding (hopefully in an equitable way!)
varying levels of performance to motivate and retain high
performers.
- Is a fundamental means of helping each organizational member
maximize his/her current effectiveness and future potential.
- Serves as the starting point for career planning and development.
- Requires good leadership skills (both personal and group) to be
done most successfully.
◉Definition of Performance Management. Answer: -The means
through which managers ensure that employees' activities and
outputs are congruent with (and contribute to) the organization's
goals (book)
-The use of organizational systems, tools, procedures, etc. to help
ensure a given organizational member is performing to his/her
highest potential and level of effectiveness
2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
SOLUTIONS
◉"Needs Assessment" answers questions in 3 broad areas. Answer:
1. Organization - What is the context in which training will occur?
2. Person - Who needs training?
3. Task - What subjects should the training cover?
◉Organization Analysis (Needs Assessment). Answer: A process for
determinng the appropriateness of training by evaluating the
characteristics of the organization
◉Person Analysis (Needs Assessment). Answer: A process of
determining individuals' needs and readiness for training
◉Task Analysis (Needs Assessment). Answer: The process of
identifying and analyzing tasks to be trained for
◉Readiness for Training. Answer: A combination of employee
characteristics and positive work environment that permit training
, ◉Communities of Practice. Answer: Groups of employees who work
together, learn from each other, and develop a common
understanding of how to get work accomplished
◉Performance Management.... Answer: - Provides a framework for
aligning people resources against strategic and tactical objectives.
- Provides a system for rewarding (hopefully in an equitable way!)
varying levels of performance to motivate and retain high
performers.
- Is a fundamental means of helping each organizational member
maximize his/her current effectiveness and future potential.
- Serves as the starting point for career planning and development.
- Requires good leadership skills (both personal and group) to be
done most successfully.
◉Definition of Performance Management. Answer: -The means
through which managers ensure that employees' activities and
outputs are congruent with (and contribute to) the organization's
goals (book)
-The use of organizational systems, tools, procedures, etc. to help
ensure a given organizational member is performing to his/her
highest potential and level of effectiveness
