Worksheet: Staffing | Business Studies (BST) Class 12 - Commerce PDF Download

Multiple Choice Questions

Q2: Which step of the staffing process involves selecting the right candidate for a job position?
(a) Recruitment
(b) Training
(c) Performance Appraisal
(d) Placement

Q3: Which of the following is an external source of recruitment?
(a) Promotions
(b) Transfers
(c) Advertisement
(d) Employee Referrals

Q4: What does 'Job Analysis' involve in the context of staffing?
(a) Evaluating employee performance
(b) Identifying job requirements and responsibilities
(c) Conducting interviews
(d) Employee motivation

Q5: In the context of staffing, what is succession planning focused on?
(a) Recruitment of new employees
(b) Developing future leaders within the organization
(c) Employee compensation
(d) Employee grievances

Very Short Answers

Q2: Explain the difference between recruitment and selection.

Q3: Mention two advantages of internal sources of recruitment.

Q4: What is meant by 'Training and Development' in the staffing process?

Q5: List two challenges faced by organizations in the recruitment process.

Short Answers 

Q2: Discuss the importance of effective communication in the staffing process.

Q3: What are the key elements of a job description?

Q4: Explain the concept of 'Employee Retention' and its significance for organizations.

Q5: Describe two methods of external sources of recruitment.

Long Answers

Q2: Explain the challenges organizations may face during the performance appraisal stage of the staffing process.

Q3: Elaborate on the steps involved in the succession planning process and its benefits for organizational growth.

Q4: Describe the impact of a diverse workforce on organizational performance and provide two strategies for managing diversity in the workplace.

Q5: Discuss the ethical considerations in the staffing process and how organizations can address them.

Case-Based Questions 

Q2: Case 2: Succession Planning
Case Background:
ABC Corporation is planning for the future leadership of the organization through succession planning. Discuss the steps involved in the succession planning process and its long-term benefits.
Q(i): Explain three key steps in the succession planning process.
Q(ii): Discuss the importance of mentorship in successful succession planning.
Q(iii): How can organizations ensure diversity and inclusion in their succession planning efforts?

Q3: Case 3: Training and Development
Case Background:
A manufacturing company is investing in employee training and development programs. Evaluate the impact of such programs on employee performance and organizational growth.
Q(i): Discuss two benefits of employee training programs.
Q(ii): Explain how continuous learning contributes to organizational growth.
Q(iii): Suggest a method to assess the effectiveness of training programs in the organization.