Social Audit Refers to

question 174

Multiple Choice

Social audit refers to

• A)a systematic assessment of a firm's compliance to fair hiring practices and commitment to diversity.
• B)a company-wide assessment of employees at all levels to determine the current climate of personal attitudes towards their job and their workplace.
• C)an annual assessment of how closely individual employs, departments, divisions, and the firm as a whole have been able to adhere to company policies regarding social responsibility.
• D)a systematic assessment of a firm's objectives, strategies, and performance in terms of social responsibility.
• E)a measurement device used by firms to select employees from a hiring pool based upon the potential hire's ability to work with a diverse group of people and adapt to different social settings.

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Definitions:

Public Hearings

Meetings where officials listen to the public's opinions and concerns before making decisions on policy, laws, or projects.

Congressional Committees

Smaller groups within the United States Congress, including the House of Representatives and the Senate, tasked with conducting hearings, examining and developing legislation, and performing legislative oversight in specific areas.

Privatization

The process of transferring ownership or control of a public sector enterprise or service to private sector individuals or companies.

Federal Budget

An annual financial statement presenting the government's proposed revenues and spending for the forthcoming fiscal year.