HRD205D Chapter 1

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a function of HRD?

Accepted Answer

Manufacturing processes

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of training in an organisation?

Accepted Answer

Increase job-specific skills and performance

Question 3

The primary role of a training and development practitioner is:

Accepted Answer

To ensure employees perform to the best of their abilities

Question 4

Which managerial function determines the direction of training efforts?

Accepted Answer

Planning

Question 5

What is a key challenge for training managers today?

Accepted Answer

Managing diverse employee skills and backgrounds

Question 6

Training and development is a subsystem of:

Accepted Answer

Human Resources (HR)

Question 7

Organising in training management involves:

Accepted Answer

Deploying people and resources effectively

Question 8

Which model includes phases like "Map the training approach" and "Calculate results"?

Accepted Answer

High-Impact Training Model

Question 9

The High-Impact Training Model includes which phase?

Accepted Answer

Produce effective learning tools

Question 10

A training and development policy helps by:

Accepted Answer

Defining organisational commitment to HRD

Question 11

What does the problem-centered approach emphasize?

Accepted Answer

Solving real-world challenges as part of training

Question 12

If training objectives are not achieved, the next step is:

Accepted Answer

Take corrective action to meet objectives

Question 13

Strategic human resource development (SHRD) focuses on:

Accepted Answer

Enhancing employee skills to meet business objectives

Question 14

Which approach focuses on learning through practical experience?

Accepted Answer

Action learning approach

Question 15

Workplace Skills Plans (WSP) are commonly used as:

Accepted Answer

A format for annual training plans

Question 16

What is the purpose of strategic planning in training?

Accepted Answer

To align training initiatives with business goals

Question 17

Leading in training management requires:

Accepted Answer

Coordination and motivation of employees

Question 18

What is the purpose of evaluating training programs?

Accepted Answer

To identify training effectiveness and areas for improvement

Question 19

What is the first step in the Camp, Blanchard & Huszco model?

Accepted Answer

Establish training objectives

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a reason for having a training and development policy?

Accepted Answer

To ensure random training efforts

Question 21

What is the primary input into a training and development system?

Accepted Answer

Employee needs and job requirements

Question 22

Why is control important in training programs?

Accepted Answer

To monitor progress and ensure strategic goals are met

Question 23

What is a key assumption of strategic human resource development (SHRD)?

Accepted Answer

Training must be aligned with the organisation’s long-term strategy

Question 24

Strategic training management aligns training with:

Accepted Answer

Organisational goals and HR strategy

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a type of strategic plan?

Accepted Answer

Financial planning

Question 26

Which factor is key in motivating employees during training?

Accepted Answer

Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation

Question 27

The systems approach to training focuses on:

Accepted Answer

Process involving analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation

Question 28

Career development in HRD ensures:

Accepted Answer

Employees gain skills to grow within the organisation

Question 29

A training and development policy helps:

Accepted Answer

Align organisational objectives with HRD efforts

Question 30

Which function is essential in an HRD department?

Accepted Answer

Training needs analysis

Question 31

Quality assurance in training ensures:

Accepted Answer

Training initiatives meet organisational standards

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a role of a training practitioner?

Accepted Answer

Financial auditor

Question 33

The first phase of the High-Impact Training Model is:

Accepted Answer

Identify training needs

Question 34

What does organising in training management involve?

Accepted Answer

Assigning tasks and resources effectively

Question 35

What is included in an annual training and development plan?

Accepted Answer

A detailed statement of training initiatives for a specific period

Question 36

What is the main focus of development in an organisation?

Accepted Answer

Long-term career growth and leadership abilities

Question 37

Nadler’s model emphasizes:

Accepted Answer

Developing curricula and planning logistics

Question 38

The Workplace Skills Plan is an example of:

Accepted Answer

An annual training and development plan

Question 39

Which is NOT a key function of strategic training management?

Accepted Answer

Randomly assigning training programs

Question 40

How does education differ from training?

Accepted Answer

Education provides general knowledge, while training is job-specific

HRD205D Chapter 1

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HRD205D Chapter 1

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