Their topic is selection in below we discuss selection process.
Employee Selection
Introduction: Selection is the process of making a “hire” or “no hire” decision regardingeach applicant for a job. The process typically involves determining the characteristicsrequired for effective job performance and then measuring applicants on thosecharacteristics. The characteristics required for effective job performance are typically based on a job analysis.
Definition:
“Selection process is a series of specific steps used to decide which recruits should behired.”
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“Selection is the process of choosing individuals, who have needed qualities to fill jobs in an organization.” • The process begins when recruits apply for employment and ends with the hiring decision. • Employment function: recruiting and selection are combined and called the employment function.
Selection ratio:
A selection ratio is the relationship between the number of applicants hired and the total number of applicants available.Selection ratio = Number of applicants hired Total number of applicants.
Selection Process Challenges: • Determining which characteristics that differentiate people are most important to performance. • Measuring those characteristics • Evaluating applicants’ motivation level • Deciding who should make the selection decision
Steps involved in Selection Process: • The selection process typically consists of eight steps: • Initial screening interview • Completion of the application form • Employment tests • Comprehensive interview • Reference & Background investigation • Conditional job offer • Medical/physical exam • Supervisory interview • Permanent job offer •
The Selection Process
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1. Initial screening: • The first step in the selection process whereby job inquiries are sorted. • Involves two step procedure • Screening inquiries