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Bmgt 213 2008/2009 Academic Year Question Paper

Bmgt 213 2008/2009 Academic Year

Course:Bachelor Of Commerce

Institution: Kabarak University question papers

Exam Year:2008

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Answer Questions One and any other Two.

QUESTION ONE (COMPULSORY).
a) A sales manager says to you,” Lets face it, the only reason people come to work is
for the money. Pay them more and they will work harder”. Explain why you
either agree or disagree with the sales Manager’s opinion. (8marks).
b) “Human Resource Planning is a prerequisite for effective management of Human
Resources Management.” In the light of this statement, analyze the significance of
Human Resources Planning. (8marks).
c) A sound performance appraisal system should include the post-appraisal
interview. Describe the types of post-appraisal interviews which can be used in
personnel management. (6marks).
d) With the help of a specimen, distinguish between job description and job
specification. (8marks).
QUESTION TWO.
a) “Human Resource Management is just a fashionable name for traditional
Personnel Management”. State with reasons whether you agree or disagree with
the statement. (8marks).
b) Clearly explain the 3 distinct functions carried out by the human Resource
Manager. (6marks).
c) Using relevant examples, justify the following statement, “Lower-level employees
are trained while top-level employees are developed”. (6marks).
QUESTION THREE.
a) Health and safety is sometimes regarded as a luxury by senior management. What
action could be taken on the initiative of the Human Resource department to
change this view? (6marks).
b) Explain 6 emerging issues in Human Resource Management. (6marks).
c) Clearly describe the evolution of Human Resources Management. (8marks).
QUESTION FOUR.
a) Describe the causes of poor industrial/labour relations and give possible
suggestions for their improvement. (6marks).
b) Make a clear distinction between wages and salary. What are the basic factors to
consider in the formation of any compensation plan? (8marks).
c) What is the difference between panel interview and board interview? State the
demerits of board interview. ( 6marks).

Bmgt 213 2008/2009 Academic Year Question Paper

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