Ch.10

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to human resource management in small businesses, including recruitment, employee development, and legal considerations.

Human Resource Planning

The process of assessing and forecasting an organization's human resource needs.

Job Specification

Detailed statements of work assignments and the qualifications needed to perform a job.

Job Description

A listing of the duties and responsibilities of a job, including working conditions and relationships with other jobs.

Recruitment

The process of reaching out to attract applicants to fill job vacancies.

Selection Process

The steps involved in choosing the most qualified applicant for a job.

Employee Development

Methods and activities aimed at improving employees' skills and knowledge.

Internal Sources

Methods of recruiting that involve looking within the organization for potential employees.

External Sources

Methods of recruitment that seek potential employees outside the organization.

Networking

Establishing and maintaining contacts with key individuals in organizations for recruiting purposes.

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

A federal agency that enforces laws against workplace discrimination.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Legislation that requires employers to provide equal employment opportunities to individuals with disabilities.

Employee Benefits

Rewards and services provided to workers in addition to their regular earnings.

Training Methods

Various techniques used to develop employees' skills, such as on-the-job training and e-training.

Merit Increase

A salary increase based on an employee's performance.

Incentive Wage

Additional pay for exceeding certain performance levels.

Profit Sharing

A system where employees receive a share of the company's profits.