A level P 1 Unit 2

Test P1 Unit 2
Maximum Marks 40 Time 1h15Mins

Section 1
Answer all questions
1. Briefly explain why workforce planning might be important for a University Business [5]
2.
a) Distinguish between a ‘job description’ and a ‘person specification’. [2]
b) Briefly explain two ways in which employees can participate in business decision
making.
3. Explain the possible consequences for a business of high labour turnover. [5]
4.
a. Define the term ‘labour turnover’. [2]
b. Briefly explain two ways human resource management could help a business achieve
its objectives. [3]

Section 2
Answer one Question
5.
a) Analyse the importance of employee motivation for the achievement of business objectives.
[8]

b) Discuss the view that managers and leaders perform very different functions in business
organisations. [12]

6. The most effective way to realise human potential in a manufacturing business is to give high
rates of financial rewards to the workforce.’ Do you agree? Justify your view. [20]
7.
a) Analyse why it is important for a business to have policies on diversity and equality. [8]
b) Discuss the importance of ‘work-life balance’ for employee welfare in a tertiary sector
business. [12]

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