The Human Resources Department at a Major High Tech Company

question 106

Multiple Choice

The human resources department at a major high tech company recently conducted an employee satisfaction survey of 100 of its 3,000 employees. Data were collected on such variables as age, gender, marital status, current salary, level of overall satisfaction on a scale from 1 to 5, number of years with the company, and job title. Which of the variables would be classified as nominal level data?

• A) Age and years with the company
• B) Overall satisfaction
• C) Gender, marital status, and job title
• D) Age and gender

Explain the role of external influences (such as family and supervisors) on job satisfaction.

Describe interventions to address job dissatisfaction.

Understand role conflict, overload, and ambiguity as sources of job dissatisfaction.

Analyze the impact of job characteristics and organizational role on job satisfaction.

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Definitions:

Board of Directors

A body of people chosen by stockholders to supervise and make significant decisions regarding the corporation's management.

Corporate Management

The executives and senior officials responsible for leading and managing a corporation, including its strategies, operations, and policies.

Day-To-Day Business

Refers to the regular, routine operations and activities carried out by a business or organization to maintain its function.

Responsible Person Doctrine

A legal principle that holds an individual in a business or enterprise accountable for ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.