Questions from Human Resource Management

Q: This case investigates how Megan’s Law, which specifies that all states

This case investigates how Megan’s Law, which specifies that all states must register all convicted sex offenders register so that residents are aware of their presence in a neighborhood, generates im...

Q: This case shows how Hallmark and United Health Group use selection as

This case shows how Hallmark and United Health Group use selection as part of their strategic approach to HR. (For the case, go to www.cengage.com/management/mathis or visit the instructor companion w...

Q: This case demonstrates how using a test after a pool of candidates

This case demonstrates how using a test after a pool of candidates has already been interviewed can present some difficulties. (For the case, go to www.cengage.com/management/mathis or visit the instr...

Q: J.P. Morgan Chase & Company hired individuals in China

J.P. Morgan Chase & Company hired individuals in China based on their connections to the political or business elite in China rather than their skills. 1. Explain why it is or is not a good practice t...

Q: How would you conduct a complete background investigation on applicants for the

How would you conduct a complete background investigation on applicants for the job of school bus driver to minimize concerns about negligent hiring?

Q: Develop a work sample test to screen applicants for a college professor’s

Develop a work sample test to screen applicants for a college professor’s job.

Q: Develop a slate of six to eight behavioral interview questions to use

Develop a slate of six to eight behavioral interview questions to use for hiring a server for a restaurant. Review the job description on http://www.onetonline.org/ to identify essential job functions...

Q: You are the HR manager for a commercial airline. You have

You are the HR manager for a commercial airline. You have been assigned to develop a realistic job preview for flight attendants. Your objective is to give a balanced picture of the job so that applic...

Q: This case shows the frustration that often accompanies the first day at

This case shows the frustration that often accompanies the first day at work, and why orientation is important in reducing turnover. (For the case, go to www.cengage.com/management/mathis or visit the...

Q: This case introduces a company that provides security personnel. Online training

This case introduces a company that provides security personnel. Online training is not always practical, so 60% of the company's training is delivered by live instructor-led classroom sessions. Throu...