Alagappa University 2007 Post Graduate Diploma Bank management PRINCIPLES OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT - Question Paper

Time : 3 hours Maximum : 100 marks

part A — (5 * eight = 40 marks)
ans any 5 ques..
All ques. carry equal marks.

1. Explain the functions of personnel management.
2. Describe the factors responsible for the changing role of personnel managers.
3. What are the methods to identify the need for training?
4. What is employee induction? elaborate its importance?
5. Differentiate production and productivity. provide suggestions to improve productivity.
6. List the objectives of wages incentive schemes.
7. What are the steps involved in personnel research?
8. Discuss the scope and importance of personnel audit.

part B — (4* 15 = 60 marks)
ans any 4 ques..
All ques. carry equal marks.

9. Explain the process of manpower planning.
10. What are the provisions concerning safety under the factories act, 1948?
11. Describe any 2 incentive plans that you would suggest for white collar workers.
12. List examples of accident due to intrinsic causes, extrinsic causes, personal causes and exogenous causes.
13. What differences might exist ranging from a selection system for a top executive and a selection system for an entry level secretarial position?
14. Job analysis is often referred to as the ‘corner stone’ of personnel management. Do you agree? Why?
15. Why has personnel management function increased in stature and influence in many organisations?

Earning:   Approval pending.