DECA Performance Indicators Study Guide - Business Law and Human Resources Management

This set of flashcards covers key concepts from the lecture on Business Law and Human Resources Management, focusing on legal responsibilities, management strategies, employee relations, and organizational practices.

Unfair Labor Practices

Illegal actions by employers or labor unions that violate employees’ workplace rights under labor laws.

National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)

A law that protects employee rights to organize and bargain in good faith.

Compensation and Benefit Laws

Laws that regulate employee wages, overtime pay, and workplace benefits to protect workers’ rights.

Repurposing Content for Social Media

Adapting existing materials for different social media platforms to reach a wider audience.

Human Resources Management Functions

Activities related to managing employees, including recruiting, hiring, training, and compliance with labor laws.

Succession Planning

Identifying and developing current employees to fill key positions in the future.

Assessment Methods in Hiring

Tools used to evaluate candidates’ qualifications, including interviews, tests, and background checks.

Contingency Factors in Job Offers

Conditions that must be met before a job offer is finalized, such as background checks or drug tests.

Employee Onboarding

Activities conducted after a candidate accepts a job offer to prepare them for employment and ensure compliance.

Employment Contracts

Agreements outlining job terms between an employer and an employee, clarifying responsibilities and expectations.

Expatriation

The process of sending employees to work in a foreign country.

Repatriation

The process of returning employees to their home country after an international assignment.

Employee Development Needs Assessment

Evaluating employees’ skills to identify areas for training and advancement opportunities.

Talent-Development Activities

Structured programs aimed at developing employee skills through training and assessments.

Total Rewards System

All forms of compensation and benefits an employee receives, including pay, recognition, and growth opportunities.

Flexible Work Arrangements

Work options that include remote work or flexible schedules to support employee work-life balance.

Health and Safety Programs

Initiatives to ensure workplace safety and prevent injuries and occupational illnesses.

Employee-Assistance Programs (EAPs)

Support services provided to employees for personal or work-related issues, enhancing well-being.

Organizational Development

Planned efforts to improve a company’s effectiveness through changes in processes or culture.

Crowdsourcing

Gathering ideas or services from a large group of people, often used for problem-solving or marketing.