DISTANCE EDUCATION
M.A. (Sociology) DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY 2017.
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
SECTION A — 8 40 marks)
Answer any FIVE questions in about 150 words each.
1. Bring out the functions of Human Resource Management.
2. Differentiate job description from job specification.
3. What are the objectives of training?
4. Briefly explain wage and salary administration in
relation to personal taxation.
5. Explain the measures to improve employee motivation.
6. Bring out the significance of personnel research.
7. Explain the role of personnel function in organizations.
8. Write a note on promotion.
SECTION B — × 15 60 marks)
Answer any FOUR questions.
9. Discuss the personnel principles and policies.
10. Explain the characteristics and need for Human Resource
Planning in detail.
11. Give a detailed account of different methods of training.
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DE-768
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12. Describe the factors of wage and salary administration.
13. Explain any two theories of motivation.
14. Discuss the objectives and scope of personnel audit.
15. Analyse the significance of employee maintenance and
integration.