Recruitment, selection and training

Overview

Internal and external recruitment and the case for each, the costs of recruiting, selecting and training, induction, on-the-job and off-the-job training, and the recruitment and selection process from job analysis to references and the final choice.

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1. 1

   What is internal recruitment?

   Model answer

   Filling a vacancy from within the existing workforce, such as through promotion or redeployment.

2. 2

   What is external recruitment?

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   Filling a vacancy by hiring someone from outside the organisation.

3. 3

   Why is internal recruitment typically less expensive than external recruitment?

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   There are no advertising costs or agency fees, and less administrative time is needed to process applications.

4. 4

   How does internal recruitment benefit the speed of the hiring process?

   Model answer

   It is faster because the candidate is already known to the organisation and fewer stages may be required.

5. 5

   Why might an internal candidate adapt more quickly to a new role?

   Model answer

   They already understand the business culture, systems, and ways of working.

6. 6

   How can internal recruitment affect employee motivation?

   Model answer

   It motivates existing staff by demonstrating that promotion opportunities are available within the organisation.

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