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The questions within are basically about Human Resource Management (HRM) Strategies,
Performance Management and additional HRM questions to get an all round knowledge of the
topic
HUMAN RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT
PAST PAPER QUESTIONS
STRATEGIES
Explain clearly how a human resource strategy can be tightly linked to the
business strategy of a firm? (20 marks)
How far and for what reasons do you think Human Resource Management
(HRM), should be designed to fit with the business strategy and objectives of
an organisation? (20 marks)
How have the nature, scope and scale of the work of human resources
management changed in the twenty first century and what new
competencies have these changes require human resources professionals to
possess to make human resources management strategically relevant in
modern businesses? 30 marks
Identify and describe the core elements of the Human Resource Planning
process. (8 marks)
The CARICOM Single Market (CSM) has become a reality for the Caribbean
and it will no doubt provide both challenges and opportunities; businesses
will have to change to reflect the demands of this new environment Hence,
one can anticipate that there are likely to be significant changes in business
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strategies developed and implemented by Caribbean organisattons in
response to this evolving and complex environment of business As a student
of management, identify, describe and critically analyse same of the most
critical HR issues that are likely to arise as a result of the implementation of
the CSM, and which must be addressed at the strategic level You must also
recommend workable solutions to the issues presented. (24 marks)
PERFORMANCE
What doesn’t get measured doesn’t get done. Critically discuss why it is
important for HR professional to ensure that employee performance is
measured and the linkage to the organisation’s mission and strategic
objectives? Use relevant theories and concepts to support your answer.
OTHERS
Describe chronologically the four (4) stages in the evolution of human
resources management and indicate clearly what activities were mainly
performed in the personnel / human resources departments and which
specific human resources management functions were evident. 30 marks
Identify and succinctly describe the core phases, functions and objectives of
Human Resource Management (HRM), clearly outlining its underlying
philosophy. (14 marks)
o b) Based on this philosophy and objectives, what are some of the main
problems organizations in the Caribbean may experience in trying to
implement HRM strategies, policies and practices within the CSM? (10 marks)
Job analysis and competencies profiling are critical tools for the effective
execution of other Human Resource Management activities. Critically
evaluate this statement with reference to any four (4) activities of the HRM
function and the strategic plans of an organization.
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Job analysis creates internal integration among HRM activities.” Critically
discuss the statement illustrating the linkages of Job Analysis and any four
activities of the HRM function. (20 marks)
o (b)Why has managing knowledge assume such great importance for businesses
striving for market differentiation? (14 marks)