Scenario 1.2: HRM Challenges-A Mining Merger

question 125

Multiple Choice

Scenario 1.2: HRM Challenges-A Mining Merger
Trimack Resources Inc. ,a Western Canada mining company,bought WestStar Mining,an Eastern Canada company.Ray Morrison,the CEO of Trimack Resources Inc.was focused on ensuring the new business revolved around how well the people side of the merger was handled.Ray felt that it was critical that the two businesses integrated their people.Morgan Grant,the CEO of WestStar Mining was focused on managing the complex financial issues of the merger.Morgan felt that it was critical that the financial reports were in order before they could move forward with their strategic plans.The new HRM department immediately began terminating employees when they noticed that there were several situations where two employees were doing the work of one position.
-Please refer to Scenario 1.2.Trimack Resources Inc.has hired an HRM consultant to help strategically manage its human resources.Which statement best represents this process?

• A)linking human resource processes to the business strategy
• B)tactical methods and procedures to achieve specific organizational strategies
• C)human resource planning for corporate take-overs
• D)strategic and operational human resource planning

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Definitions:

Burnout

A state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, typically in the workplace.

Absenteeism

The practice of regularly staying away from work or school without good reason, often measured to assess employee or student engagement and satisfaction.

Chronic Job Stress

Persistent stress experienced over a prolonged period due to work-related factors, leading to negative impacts on health and well-being.

Homicidal Feelings

Intense emotions or thoughts that involve the desire or inclination to commit murder.