problem 1: Contingency management style is not the same as the autocratic, democratic or laissez-faire styles. Describe what the contingency style is and describe when it is best applied.

problem 2: In brief outline the standard steps in the recruitment and selection process. Describe the pitfalls if each step is not followed.

problem 3: Payment by results, piece work and set/fixed wages are three types of payment system. In brief describe each one and describe the merits and demerits of each.

problem 4: Describe what causes staff to resist change and how you, as the HR manager, would overcome such resistance in a cost-effective manner.

problem 5: In brief describe the internal and external factors to be considered when drawing up a human resource plan and describe the significance of such a plan.

problem 6: In times of constraint/restraint, how would you make sure that the correct budgets be allocated for such training and development? Why would this be a significant strategy?

problem 7: What do you mean by the term Leadership Management? What are the key characteristics or traits that develop successful leaders and managers? Use illustrations of your choices.

problem 8: What creates or establishes successful teams? Give clear reasons for your choices.