Staffing

Topics in this chapter

• Staffing Meaning and Importance
• Staffing Process and Manpower Planning
• Recruitment Sources and Methods
• Selection Process and Placement
• Training and Employee Development
• Compensation and Performance Appraisal

Cheat sheet

Practice questions

1. Question 1Q-13A2AA

   Which business function is concerned with obtaining, utilising and maintaining a satisfactory and satisfied workforce?

   1. A.Staffing
   2. B.Directing
   3. C.Controlling
   4. D.Coordination
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2. Question 2Q-B900A2

   A company identifies prospective employees and encourages them to apply for vacant posts. Which staffing activity is being performed?

   1. A.Selection
   2. B.Recruitment
   3. C.Placement
   4. D.Performance appraisal
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3. Question 3Q-3B7B3E

   A manufacturing company trains new workers in a separate classroom equipped with machines and conditions similar to the actual workplace, without interrupting regular production. Which method of training is this?

   1. A.Apprenticeship training
   2. B.Internship training
   3. C.Vestibule training
   4. D.Induction training
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4. Question 4Q-CA64BA

   State any three points explaining the importance of staffing in an organisation.

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5. Question 5Q-ACB97D

   A vacancy for a supervisory post is filled by elevating an existing worker who has consistently performed well. This is an example of which source of recruitment?

   1. A.Promotion
   2. B.Campus recruitment
   3. C.Placement agency
   4. D.Direct recruitment
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