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Introduction to human resource management

Selection

6.1 Introduction

Selection is aimed at choosing the best person for the job from the
field of candidates sourced using recruitment.

The selection process should be reliable, valid, fair and cost effective.

6.2 Selection method

1. Application  Used to eliminate unsuitable candidates.

forms
 Forms an initial personal record.

 Types include one to one, tandem, panel, sequential,
2. Interviews
group, problem solving and stress.

 Techniques include intelligence, proficiency,
3. Selection psychometric, psychological and personality, medical and
testing
aptitude.

4.  Use a number of techniques such as interviews,
Assessment observation, group work, presentations, tests and role

 Used to confirm facts about the employee.
5. References

6.3 Employment offer and negotiation

Forms the final stage of selection.

Illustrations and further practice

Now try TYUs 7 and 8 from Chapter 13.

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