In this article, we share with our readers and students preparing for the Institute of Commercial Management exam our well thought of ICM-UK Sample Questions on Human Resource Development Courses.
The questions are provided as reference materials for students who are preparing for the ICM-UK exam series.
Answer the following ICM-UK Sample Questions on Human Resource Development Courses
COURSE: PEOPLE RESOURCES
QUESTION 1
[a] What is people resourcing? [4 Marks]
[b] Give five (5) reasons for workforce planning. [9 Marks]
QUESTION 2
[a] What is the difference between recruitment and selection? [5 Marks]
[b] Briefly explain five reasons why people leave workplaces. [10 Marks]
QUESTION 3
[a] What is demand forecasting? [5 Marks]
[b] Explain one method used in demand forecasting. [10 Marks]
QUESTION 4
[a] What is Dismissal? [5 Marks]
[b] What are the main stages of recruitment and selection? [10 Marks]
QUESTION 5
[a] List any four ways a business can advertise a job vacancy [7 Marks]
[b] What are the main sources of candidates for a vacancy? [8 Marks]
QUESTION 6
[a] What is labour turnover [5 Marks]
[b] Explain any 3 reasons why workers will want to stay longer in a company and work for it. [10 Marks]
COURSE: Employee Relations
1. What does management mean to you? Explain functions of management according to Henry Fayol.
2. As the HR manager of your company explain any five types of power you have and cite at least one practical example in each case.
3. Henry Mintzberg, a management expert identified 10 managerial roles performed by managers. List all ten (Managerial roles) and explain any four. (Additional marks will be given for examples given in each case).
4. Who is a leader? Explain any five qualities that good leaders have according to Chester Bernard.
Management Theory and Practice Questions
SECTION 1: Answer any three (3) Questions
- What does management mean to you? Briefly explain functions of management according to Henry Fayol.
- As the HR manager of your company explain any five types of power you have and site at least one practical example in each case.
- Henry Mintzberg, a management expert identified 10 managerial roles performed by managers. List all ten (Managerial roles) and explain any four. (Additional marks will be given for examples given in each case).
- Who is a leader? Explain any five qualities that good leaders have according to Chester Bernard.
International HRM-related Questions
SECTION 1: Answer any one question
QUESTION 1:
You have been employed by Coca-Cola as its HR Manager due to your vast experience in global assignments. The company is planning to locate a new facility in China for the huge Asian Market for its world brand. It is the policy of Coca-Cola to employ 3rd country nationals only and this policy has been implemented in all Host Countries with no difficulty however, China has a local recruitment policy that requires all foreign companies to employ Chines citizens up to 70% of its staff or face the law.
- Which type of employees will make up 70% of the staff according to the Chines policy?
- What are the dangers of going ahead with the policy of Coca-Cola in China?
- Outline the advantages and disadvantages of employing HCNs and convince management to rescind its international HR policy. 30 marks
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SECTION 2: Answer any two questions from this section (EACH QUEST IS 15 MARKS)
QUESTION 2:
[a] Explain the term Globalization.
[b] Discuss five factors that contribute to globalization.
QUESTION 3:
[c] In your own view, how has culture affected you? (Give at least three)
[c] Identify any 3 advantages and 3 disadvantages of PCNs recruitment.
QUESTION 4:
[a] Explain culture and discuss any four characteristics of it.
[c] Give three reasons why you think IHR officers on international assignments should be interested in culture.
We hope these ICM-UK Sample Questions on Human Resource Development Courses would help students to prepare for their series.