HRM200 Chapter Notes - Chapter 7: Inductive Reasoning, Shift Work, Criminal Record

• School: University of Waterloo
• Department: Human Resources Management
• Course: HRM200
• Professor: Dean Bulloch William Peckham

Document Summary

Selection: the process of choosing among individuals who have been recruited to fill existing or projected job openings. The strategic importance of selection: quality of human resources determines organizational performance, inappropriate selection decisions are costly, significantly legal implications. Ensure that all selection criteria and strategies are based on the job descriptions and specifications. Assess applicant"s ability to meet performance standards or expectations. Scrutinize all information supplied on application forms and resumes. Obtain written authorization for reference checking from prospective employees, and check references carefully. Save all records and information obtained about the applicant during each stage of the selection process. Reject applicants who make false statements on their application forms or resumes. Vacant positions from a labour shortage: based on job req, location, work environment, etc. Vacant position from a labour surplus: due to external environment factors, training and education levels, immigration patterns, etc.