December 1998
IM218: INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

QUESTION 5

Total Marks: 20 Marks

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(a) With the aid of a fully-labelled diagram, identify and explain the different stages of the recruitment process.

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(b)  Explain the difference between a job specification and a job description.
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(c)  In recruiting a suitable-qualified individual for a specific position, we may wish to consider the following factors, amongst others:
(i)  the equipment, machinery, or tools used
(ii) the suggested level of education
(iii) the types of specialist skills required
(iv) the level of responsibility given
(v)  the extent of initiative required

For each factor, explain whether you would expect it to contribute to the job description, to the job specification, or to both.

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(d) Once recruited, staff would be required to undergo regular reviews. With the aid of a diagram, outline a typical review process, explaining each step of the process carefully.

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