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2.5 Explain how employers carry out the process of making a selection 20-24
decision.
REFERENCES 27
COURSEWORK 28-31
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1.0 Introduction to Human Resource Management
organisation’s people and associated processes. It’s seen as a core business purpose essential
Larger organisations in the public and private sector have their own designated HR
department, opening up a broad range of companies and sectors to applicants. Recent years
have seen increasing numbers of company’s suborn key elements of their HR purpose. So,
HR is a very general and extremely competitive career with graduate schemes being
among the most oversubscribed. The HRM department members provide the knowledge,
advice, and capability management oversight that the rest of the organization needs for
successful operation. Your level of HR focus will vary from system to system, with some
being based merely within the HR department and others expanding candidate's experience
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2.0 Elements of the selection process
Companies have the never-ending task of interviewing, selecting and hiring employees.
However, despite the reiteration and skill of a company's human resources department,
selecting the right individual for a job is highly challenging. Making the wrong choice can
advertising, reviewing, screening, interviewing, testing then selecting the best available
candidate.
Notification
The employee selection process generally starts with a manager or boss charging human
resources to fill a new or vacant position. The manager must first decide what qualifications
she desires in a job candidate. For example, should the person have a college degree, or how
many years of relevant experience is essential? Once the manager establishes the job
demand, the human resources department places ads in the local newspaper, magazine and
online. Sometimes, human resources uses a headhunter find candidates, someone who often
Reviewing
Review resumes and match each candidate's background to the job demand. Companies
resources may only consider half of them. During bad economic periods, a number of
candidates may have an education and experience that exceed the qualifications for the job.
Contrarily, it may be tougher to find qualified candidates during good economic times.
Anyway, human resources and the hiring manager must determine how many candidates
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they can realistically bring in for an interview.
Screening
peculiarly if a job candidate lives out of town. Human resources will generally conduct the
screening interview over the telephone, according to the Virginia Tech article on its website
titled "Telephone Interviews & Screening". Screening interviews can help narrow the
field of candidates. A telephone interview also helps a company determine if the candidate
Interviewing
One of the most essential facets of the employment selection process is the face-to-face
interview. Companies have various procedures for personal interviews. Some companies
prefer to have all-day interviewing sessions, where job candidates meet with a different
person each time. During this time, companies may have the candidates meet with human
resources, the hiring manager and other employees. Another option is having candidates
meet with pivotal personnel one day, then inviting them back for second to meet with some
executives.
Selection
The employment manager will generally ask for feedback from human resources and
other employees who interview the job candidates. The employment manager may also
review her notes, or decide which candidate would fit best in the open position.
Qualifications are only one consideration. The employment manager will generally select
someone with whom she can work, whether it is the candidate's personality or work ethic.
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Testing
The employee selection process can also include testing before a candidate is
effectively hired. Some companies require drug screening to make sure candidates do not
have a drug addiction. Employees who work in the insurance industry might need to take a
psychological test to determine if insurance is the appropriate career choice for them.
Afterwards, the drug or personality test, the company makes an offer to the chosen
candidate.
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2.1 Ways to measure the success of a selection method.
describing the selection process and how to evaluate possible methods for carrying out that
process. Then takes an in-depth look at the most widely used methods such as applications
and résumés, employment tests and interviews. Ends by describing the process by which
A. Reliability
1. Reliability refers to the extent to which a type of measurement is free from random
error.
statistics measure the degree to which two sets of numbers are related. A higher
B. Validity
1. Validity describes the extent to which performance on the measures, such as a test score,
2. As with reliability, information about the validity of selection methods often uses
correlation coefficients.
validity.
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4. Criterion-Related Validity: Criterion-related validity is a measure of validity based on
showing a substantial correlation between test scores and job performance scores.
making a comparison of two measures – an intelligence test and college grade point
a) Predictive validation: This research uses the test scores of all applicants and looks for
b) Concurrent validation: This type of research administers a test to people who currently
hold a job, and then compares their scores to existing measures of job performance.
7. Predictive validation is more time consuming and difficult, but it is the best measure of
validity.
8. Content and Construct Validity: Content validity is consistency between the test items
or problems and the kinds of situations or problems that occur on the job. The usual
basis for deciding that a test has content validity is through expert judgment. Content
validity is most suitable for measuring behavior that is concrete and observable.
leadership ability, or other such “constructs” as well as showing that mastery of this
construct is associated with successful performance of the job. Tests that measure a
construct.
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C. Ability to Generalize
1. Along with validity in general, we need to know whether a selection method is valid
2. A generalizable method applies not only to the conditions in which the method was
originally developed – job, organization, people, time period, and so on, it also
D. Practical Value
1. Not only should selection methods such as tests and interview responses accurately
predict how well individuals will perform, they should produce information that actually
benefits the organization. Methods that provide economic value greater than the cost of
2. The choice of a selection method may differ according to the job being filled.
1. The U.S. government imposes legal limits on selection decisions. The government
requires that the selection process be conducted in a way that avoids discrimination and
a) The Civil Rights Act of 1991 – places requirements on the choices of selection
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b) Equal Employment Opportunity Laws – affect the kinds of information an
c) The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1991 – requires employers to make
4. Another legal requirement is that employers hiring people to work in the United States
must ensure that anyone they hire is eligible for employment in this country.
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2.2 Common method used for selecting human resources.
MEANING OF SELECTION:
Selection is the process of picking up individuals (out of the pool of job applicants)
with requisite qualifications and competence to fill jobs in the organization. A formal
Selection is the process of differentiating between applicants in order to identify and hire
candidates.
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PROCESS / STEPS IN SELECTION:
basic objective is to reject misfits. On the other hands preliminary interviews is often called
2. Selection Tests: Jobseekers who past the preliminary interviews are called for
tests. There are various types of tests conducted depending upon the jobs and the company.
These tests can be Aptitude Tests, Personality Tests, and Ability Tests and are conducted to
judge how well an individual can perform tasks related to the job. Besides this there are
some other tests also like Interest Tests (activity preferences), Graphology Test
4. Reference & Background Checks: Reference checks and background checks are
conducted to verify the information provided by the candidates. Reference checks can be
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5. Selection Decision: After obtaining all the information, the most critical step is
the selection decision is to be made. The final decision has to be made out of applicants who
have passed preliminary interviews, tests, final interviews and reference checks. The views
of line managers are considered generally because it is the line manager who is responsible
required to undergo a physical fitness test. A job offer is often contingent upon the candidate
7. Job Offer: The next step in selection process is job offer to those applicants who
have crossed all the previous hurdles. It is made by way of letter of appointment.
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2.3 Major types of employment test.
Employers use testing techniques to screen applicants for positions with the business.
The interview process uncovers information about the applicant, but employment tests can
help to assess whether the employee is the right fit for the job. Applicants may have the
required education and experience but still lack the abilities to perform the duties of the job.
Cognitive abilities tests measure the applicant’s ability to perform basic math and
reading comprehension, as well as the candidate's knowledge of the job. The questions on
the tests can measure the applicant’s ability to use logic and reasoning to solve problems.
Employers can use cognitive tests to measure the candidates ability to perform job-related
duties. These employment tests can be used to determine the candidate’s speed in performing
job tasks.
Personality Tests
Personality tests can determine the candidate’s ability to fit into the work environment.
A personality test cannot be failed, but instead shows how well the applicant will handle the
job duties and workplace. Some jobs are better suited to an introverted personality, while
other positions may work well for an extrovert. Employers determine in advance the ideal
personality traits of an employee and gather the results from the personality assessment test
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Physical Tests
Employers may use a physical test to determine whether a candidate has the physical
strength to perform the duties of the job. For instance, positions such as stocking shelves
may require lifting and bending. A physical test may simulate the job duties to determine
Job knowledge tests typically use multiple choice questions or essay type items to
evaluate technical or professional expertise and knowledge required for specific jobs or
professions. Examples of job knowledge tests include tests of basic accounting principles,
Integrity Questionnaires
Some employers use questionnaires to measure the applicant’s honesty and integrity.
These tests usually consist of scenarios that allow the applicant to make decisions about the
possible action that should be taken. Integrity questionnaires also ask applicants about past
experiences that assess the candidate's honesty and ethics. Questions regarding the
Assessment Tests
Employment agencies use assessment tests to find the ideal position for a job applicant.
The tests are designed to measure the applicant’s skills in particular areas such as
organization or planning. The tests can help candidates find the position that best matches
skills.
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2.4 Discuss how to conduct effective interview.
There are several key elements in the recruitment and hiring process, including aptitude
tests and reference checks, but the most crucial and valuable step is the properly conducted
interview.
consulting firm that helps employers use effective HR practices to recruit and retain top
talent. As the employer, you have ability to interact with candidates, put them into scenarios
and ask them for examples of how they have responded in the past. Skill assessment,
aptitude tests and even reference letters are secondary. Someone might do well on a test but
Before you can pick the right candidate, you need to pick the format of interview that
most practically suits your work scenario. Thanks to modern technology, there are several
ways to conduct an interview, and there are also various formats of interview, each with its
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Face to face: Ideally, it is the best for employers to interview applicants in person. A
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Telephone: Interviewing over the phone doesn't require the applicant to be in front of a
computer; not everyone has a laptop at home. Phone interviews are easily scheduled, but
make sure you round out the process with reference checks and case-study responses,
because you can't see how the applicant in behaving during the interview.
Skype and video-conferencing: These technologies are particularly useful in the tourism
industry. A good example is the hotelier who needs to interview housekeeping candidates
from Europe or Australia by going online, because it is impractical for applicants to travel to
the employer's place of business, and even long-distance calls can incur unnecessary costs.
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Interviewers should bear in mind that some job-seekers may be willing to do an online
interview but might be somewhat uncomfortable with the technology, so don't be too
judgmental in the area of speaking style or body language. Also, people tend to come across
The best questions are follow-up questions, such as "How did that situation come
about?" or "Why did you do that?" These queries force applicants to abandon replanted
1. If you could design the perfect job for yourself, what would you do? Why?
5. What were your three biggest accomplishments in you last jobs? In your career?
6. What can you do for our company that no one else can?
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7. What are your strengths/weaknesses?
10. What interests you most about this company? This position?
11. Have you hired people before? If so, what did you look for?
Your candidate's responses will give you a window in his or her knowledge, attitude
and sense of humour. Watch for signs of "sour grapes" about former employers. Also be alert
for areas people seem reluctant to talk about. Probe a little deeper without sounding
judgmental.
Pay attention to the candidate's nonverbal cues, too. Does she seem alert and interested,
or does she slouch and yawn? Are his clothes wrinkled and stained or clean and neat? A
person who can't make an effort for the interview certainly won't make one on the job if
hired.
Finally, leave time at the end of the interview for the applicant to ask questions -- and
pay attention to what he or she asks. This is the time when applicants can really show they
have done their homework and researched your company or, that all they care about is what
End the interview by letting the candidate know what to expect next. How much longer
will you be interviewing? When can they expect to hear from you? You are dealing with
other people's livelihoods, so the week that you take to finish your interviews can seem like
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2.5 Explain how employers carry out the process of making a selection decision.
How do you select the right person for your business? There is no perfect answer, but the
interview process can be a tremendous help if you use it effectively. Interviewing candidates
for a position within your company is one of the final steps in the hiring process. Before you
get to this step, you want to make sure that you've completed all of the preceding steps.
Below is a list of the steps involved in the hiring process. See Find Law’s The Hiring
In order, the key steps to finding the right person to fill a position in your company include:
3. Write a job description and job specification for the position based on the job analysis.
4. Determine the salary for the position, based on internal and external equity.
6. Collect and review applications and resumes, and then select the most qualified
8. Check references.
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Conducting a Successful Interview: What to Do
Know what you want in a candidate before you begin the interview.
Prepare a list of standard questions concerning the candidate's skills, abilities and past
Prepare a list of prioritized and measurable criteria for analyzing and comparing the
candidates.
Since past behavior predicts future behavior, look for the candidate's behavior "patterns"
as you collect information. For example, has the candidate enjoyed "big picture" work or
Try not to offer too much detailed information up front so that the candidate will be able
Ask specific, structured questions in regards to specific problems that the job holder
may face.
Notice how well the candidate listens and responds to the questions asked.
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Note the candidate's choice of words and non-verbal behavior.
Listen to the questions the candidate asks. Clarify the reasons why the questions are
being asked. Notice which questions he/she asks first as they may be his/her primary
concerns.
Take detailed hand-written notes concerning job related topics that will help you
Record information pertaining to the set criteria that will help in the evaluation of
candidates.
Organize and analyze the information immediately after the interview when memory is
fresh.
Dress appropriately.
Structure the interview and inform the candidate of the structure. Let the candidate know
you will be focusing on past results and that you will be taking a lot of notes.
Use your list of standard questions during each interview so that you treat the applicants
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Refer to the criteria of the job when analyzing candidates.
If possible, have at least one other person meet and/or interview candidates who are
"finalists."
Immediately attempt to establish a rapport with the candidate by breaking the ice.
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Politely probe the candidate for information by asking open-ended questions that will
Ask structured questions that will require some thought on the part of the candidate.
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3.0 Summary
organization’s people and associated processes. It’s seen as a core business purpose essential
Companies have the never-ending task of interviewing, selecting and hiring employees.
However, despite the reiteration and skill of a company's human resources department,
selecting the right individual for a job is highly challenging. Making the wrong choice can
advertising, reviewing, screening, interviewing, testing then selecting the best available
candidate.
describing the selection process and how to evaluate possible methods for carrying out that
process. Then takes an in-depth look at the most widely used methods such as applications
and résumés, employment tests and interviews. Ends by describing the process by which
Selection is the process of picking up individuals (out of the pool of job applicants)
with requisite qualifications and competence to fill jobs in the organization. Selection is the
process of differentiating between applicants in order to identify and hire those with a greater
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Employers use testing techniques to screen applicants for positions with the business.
The interview process uncovers information about the applicant, but employment tests can
help to assess whether the employee is the right fit for the job. Applicants may have the
required education and experience but still lack the abilities to perform the duties of the job.
There are several key elements in the recruitment and hiring process, including aptitude
tests and reference checks, but the most crucial and valuable step is the properly conducted
interview.
How do you select the right person for your business? There is no perfect answer, but
the interview process can be a tremendous help if you use it effectively. Interviewing
candidates for a position within your company is one of the final steps in the hiring process.
Before you get to this step, you want to make sure that you've completed all of the preceding
steps.
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Reference
1. BBA 1001
2. www.smtbstore.com/sample/178sample.doc
3. http://www.lse.ac.uk/intranet/CareersAndVacancies/careersService/EmploymentSectors/
BusinessManagementHR/HR/Home.aspx
4. https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/225960
5. https://www.go2hr.ca/articles/how-conduct-effective-interview
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COURSEWORK
1. Explain carefully SEVEN human resource management programs that require some type
1. Work Redesign. As previously discussed, job analysis and job design are interrelated.
Often a firm will seek to redesign work to make it more efficient or effective. To
redesign the work, detailed information about the existing job(s) must be available. In
addition, redesigning a job will, in fact, be similar to analyzing a job that does not yet
exist.
that enable a firm to adapt to change. This planning process requires accurate
information about the levels of skill required in various jobs to ensure that enough
individuals are available in the organization to meet the human resource needs of the
strategic plan.
3. Selection. Human resource selection identifies the most qualified applicants for
determine the tasks that will be performed by the individual hired and the knowledge,
skills, and abilities the individual must have to perform the job effectively. This
4. Training. Almost every employee hired by an organization will require training. Some
training programs may be more extensive than others, but all require the trainer to have
identified the tasks performed in the job to ensure that the training will prepare
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individuals to perform their jobs effectively.
how well each employee is performing in order to reward those who are effective,
improve the performance of those who are ineffective, or provide a written justification
for why the poor performer should be disciplined. Through job analysis, the
organization can identify the behaviors and results that distinguish effective
aspirations with opportunities that are or may become available in the organization.
This matching process requires that those in charge of career planning know the skill
requirements of the various jobs. This allows them to guide individuals into jobs in
7. Job Evaluation. The process of job evaluation involves assessing the relative dollar
value of each job to the organization to set up internally equitable pay structures. If
pay structures are not equitable, employees will be dissatisfied and quit, or they will
not see the benefits of striving for promotions. To put dollar values on jobs, it is
necessary to get information about different jobs to determine which jobs deserve
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2. Please describe the comparison of discrimination theories.
decision or show
bona fide
occupational
qualification
(BFOQ)
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Plaintiff’s rebuttal Reason offered was job performance
merely a "pretext"
for discrimination
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