unit 3 exam revised Flashcards

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1
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Explain the influence of the global environment on human resource management (HRM) in the South African public sector.

A

Global warming
World politics

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Explain the influence of the macro-environment on human resource management (HRM) in the South African public sector.

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Unemployment
Local politics

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3
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Discuss the dynamics of the South African workforce
environment before & post 1994.

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Before 1994:
European immigrants paid high wages.
Sactions imposed from abroad.
Males dominated higher structures.
Diamonds and gold were discovered.

Post 1994:
Micro & macro environmental challenges.
Transformation.
GEAR

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4
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Distinguish between the political reform initiatives of Mandela, Mbeki, Zuma & Ramaphosa.

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Mandela: Reconcile & heal relationships.
Mbeki: Strengthen the economy & build partnerships.
Zuma: Created self-interest over everything and everyone.
Ramaphosa: Fighting against corruption & aiming to restore the economy.

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5
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Explain the influence of the micro-environment on human resource management (HRM) in the South African public sector.

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Crime
Service delivery

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6
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List 7 contemporary trends in & challenges for
public sector HRM.

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LEADERSHIP
PROFESSIONALISING THE PUBLIC SERVICE
ECONOMIC GROWTH & SOCIAL SECURITY
INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION
TECHNOLOGY
WORKING CONDITIONS
CORRUPTION

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