Human Resources Management (BUSI2312) - Selection Overview

Course Details

  • Instructor: Dr. Joe Krasman

  • Contact: Email via Canvas

  • Office Hours: After class or by appointment

  • Class Schedule: Thursdays, 11:10 AM to 2:00 PM

  • Assessment: Test 1 (35%), Test 2 (35%), HR Interview (15%), HR Assignments (15%)

Selection Overview

  • Definition: The process of selecting the best applicant for a position, including offering and acceptance.

  • Steps: 1. Screening 2. Testing 3. Interviewing 4. Applicant and Reference Checking 5. Offer and Acceptance

  • Multiple Hurdle Approach: Only applicants who pass each step proceed.

Selection Process

  • Screening: Conducted by HR to check minimum qualifications.

  • Testing: Assessing how well applicants meet job specifications (KSAEs).

    • Reliability: Consistency of results

    • Validity: Measurement accuracy

  • Interviewing: Conducted by supervisors; involves various types and mediums (in-person, phone, virtual).

  • Applicant Checking: Verifying eligibility and work history; importance of accurate references.

Interviewing Techniques

  • Types of Interviews: Individual, Panel, Sequential.

  • Interview Questions: Structured (same for all), Unstructured (free-form), Semi-structured, Situational, Behavioral.

  • Interviewer Biases: First impression error and contrast effect are key biases affecting perceptions.

Artificial Intelligence in Selection

  • AI Benefits: Job seekers use AI for resume writing, finding jobs, and interview preparation.

  • Screening Methods: Companies should clarify acceptable AI use and consider leveraging AI tools for efficient candidate evaluation.