Which of the Following Is Not a Characteristic of a Profession

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a profession?

• A) A lengthy period of specialized training
• B) Control of licensing and certification standards related to entry requirements
• C) Minimum earnings in excess of $100K per year
• D) Self-governing and self-policing authority by membership regarding professional ethics

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Definitions:

Workforce Reduction

Strategies or actions taken by an organization to decrease its number of employees, commonly through layoffs, to reduce costs or adjust to market conditions.

Voluntary Severance Packages

Financial incentives offered by employers to encourage employees to voluntarily resign, often used in workforce downsizing scenarios.

Downsizing Strategy

Strategy to improve an organization's efficiency by reducing the workforce, redesigning the work, or changing the systems of the organization.

Senior Management

The highest level of management within an organization, responsible for strategic decision-making and overall leadership.