WGU C201

what are the five characteristics of development life long, multidirectional, contexual, multidisciplinary, multidimensional what does it mean when development is lifelong? Early adulthood is not the endpoint of development; no age period dominates development Development is multidimensional Has biological, cognitive, and socioemotional dimensions development is multidirectional Some dimensions expand and others shrink Development is plastic The capacity for change what does it mean when ...

Multidirectional Some dimensions expand and others shrink multidimensional Has biological, cognitive, and socioemotional dimensions plastic The capacity for change lifelong Early adulthood is not the endpoint of development, no age period dominates development Multidisciplinary Various areas of study have an interest in the field of development through the life span Contextual All development occurs within a context, or setting (social, cultural, and historic factors) Nature Refers to a...

Which hr resource function helps the organization understand the number and type of employees the organization will need in the future? Planning What are two societal trends that are influencing the world of work? Increased competition and changed in communication technology Which factor represents an organization's value system? Corporate culture Which activity does the strategic hr manager need to be engaged in since orgs survive on adaptation? Managing succession by creating contingenc...

1. Which hr resource function helps the organization understand the number and type of employees the organization will need in the future? a. Recruiting b. Planning c. Appraising d. Compensating Planning 2. What are two societal trends that are influencing the world of work? a. Decreasing world trade b. Changes in communication technology c. Lower college graduation rates d. Increased competition Increased competition Changes in communication technology 3. Which factor represents an ...

Managerial Estimates The most common method of estimating HR demand. These are typically made by top management (a top-down approach). Multiple Linear Regression An extension of simple linear regression analysis. However, instead of relating employment to just one variable, multiple variables are used. Nominal Grouping Technique A group process involving problem identification, solution generation, and decision-making. Redundancy Planning HR planning associated with the process of laying o...

Employment at-will a common-law rule for employment contracts that presume an employer can generally hire, fire, or promote an employee for any reason at any time. in addition, employees can leave for any reason at any time Public-policy exception exception is an exception to the employment-at-will doctrine. Under this exception, an employer can not terminate an employee for reasons that would violate public policy interest or statute. Implied-contract exception An exception to the employm...

What role does the planning function of human resource management play within organizations? Strategic and short & medium range planning Align human resources with strategic mission of organization What role does the staffing function of human resource management play within organizations? Recruiting and selection of people with the needed skills of jobs within the organization What are the types of employee compensation? Direct and indirect What is the role of performance appraisals? Meas...

Workforce Planning" The HR function that links workforce strategies with the strategic goals and objectives of the organization. Workforce planning is about forecasting staffing needs, helping to ensure that the organization has the right number of employees, with the right skills, at the right time. Competency The knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that are essential for successful performance. Competency Modeling Refers to the process of determining the specific competencies a...

"Workforce Planning" The HR function that links workforce strategies with the strategic goals and objectives of the organization. Workforce planning is about forecasting staffing needs, helping to ensure that the organization has the right number of employees, with the right skills, at the right time. Competency The knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that are essential for successful performance. competency modeling Refers to the process of determining the specific competencies ...

What is a best practice for internal recruitment? Hold both internal and external candidates to the same criteria An organization has several open positions that would require retraining and relocation of existing employees. The human resources manager is in the process of negotiating with union representatives who want to fill these positions with employee transfers. The manager needs to convince the union that employee transfers will not be in the best interest of the organization. Which...