effective recruitment

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  • What is one advantage of internal recruitment?
    It is faster and more cost-effective than hiring externally.
  • How does internal recruitment motivate employees?
    By offering promotional opportunities.
  • Why is it beneficial for a firm to already know an employee's skills and work ethic in internal recruitment?
    It reduces the risk of hiring someone unsuitable.
  • What is one disadvantage of internal recruitment?
    It limits fresh ideas and skills within the business.
  • What is a potential issue that may arise when promoting an internal candidate?
    It could create a gap elsewhere in the organization.
  • What is one advantage of external recruitment?
    It provides access to a broader pool of candidates.
  • How does external recruitment benefit a business in terms of skills?
    It brings in new skills and perspectives to the business.
  • What is one disadvantage of external recruitment?
    It is a time-consuming and expensive process.
  • How might external recruitment affect current employees?
    It may demotivate current employees who miss out on promotions.
  • What are common methods of recruitment?
    • Media advertising (e.g., newspapers, employment websites, or TV)
    • Job centers run by the government
    • Recruitment agencies that handle hiring on behalf of companies
    • Company websites advertising vacancies
  • What is the purpose of a job description?
    It outlines what the job entails and its responsibilities.
  • What does a person specification describe?
    It describes the type of person who would best fit the job, including their character, experience, and skills.
  • What is an application form?
    A series of questions that a job seeker must complete to apply for a job.
  • What does CV stand for?
    Curriculum Vitae.
  • What information does a CV typically include?
    A document that lists a person's qualifications, experience, and other relevant details.
  • What does "Curriculum Vitae" translate to in English?
    It translates to "story of life."
  • What are references in the context of a job application?
    Testimonials from previous employers, teachers, or others, detailing the applicant's qualities and work performance.
  • What are the main components of a job application process?
    • Job Description: Outlines job responsibilities.
    • Person Specification: Describes ideal candidate traits.
    • Application Form: Series of questions for applicants.
    • CV: Lists qualifications and experience.
    • References: Testimonials about the applicant's performance.
  • What do businesses create to define the role and the ideal candidate during the recruitment process?
    Job descriptions and person specifications
  • What documents do applicants submit during the recruitment process?
    Application forms, CVs, and references
  • How do businesses assess applicants during the recruitment process?
    By reviewing documents and conducting interviews
  • What is the purpose of the recruitment process in businesses?
    To select the candidate who best matches the person specification
  • What are the main steps in the recruitment process?
    1. Create job descriptions and person specifications
    2. Applicants submit application forms, CVs, and references
    3. Assess documents and conduct interviews
    4. Select the best candidate based on the person specification
  • What is a benefit of using an application form in recruitment?
    All applicants provide identical information in the same format for easy comparison
  • How does a standard CV benefit applicants?
    More applicants may apply because it is easier to prepare and adapt a standard CV
  • What is a drawback of using an application form?
    Limited information can be expressed by candidates
  • What is a drawback of using a CV in recruitment?
    Comparing different formats and content of CVs can take more time
  • What are the benefits of an application form and a CV?
    Benefits of an Application Form:
    • Identical information in the same format for easy comparison

    Benefits of a CV:
    • More applicants may apply due to easier preparation
  • What are the drawbacks of an application form and a CV?
    Drawbacks of an Application Form:
    • Limited information can be expressed by candidates

    Drawbacks of a CV:
    • Time-consuming to compare different formats and content
  • What are the methods of recruitment mentioned?
    • Application Form
    • CV