Wayne Brockbank and David Ulrich of the University of Michigan

question 42

Multiple Choice

Wayne Brockbank and David Ulrich of the University of Michigan Business School have identified five key competencies for HR. This new competency model has emerged because

• A) line managers and employees no longer see HR as credible.
• B) HR is moving towards outsourcing of services.
• C) businesses have demanded that HR have a new competency model.
• D) HR has decided to play a key role in transactional activities.
• E) technology has fundamentally changed the role of HR.

Differentiate between financial account surpluses and deficits.

Recognize the factors that directly alter a nation's balance of trade.

Identify the elements included in the current account of a nation's balance of payments.

Analyze the impact of foreign exchange rates on international trade.

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