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Question 1

Which recent case brought against a corporation's top management lead to new rules on 'corporate governance'?

a) The Enron affair

b) BP

c) Texaco

d) Northern Rock

Question 2

The purpose and function of discipline in contemporary organisations seems at odds with developments in contemporary management thinking with its emphasis on:

a) Tight control

b) A disciplined workforce

c) Commitment

d) Sanctions and punishments

Question 3

Why is 'procedural justice' important in the context of the management of misconduct?

a) It reflects on the integrity of HR professionals

b) To ensure that individuals have a sense that they have been treated fairly

c) It reflects on the values and attitudes of top management

d) To protect line managers

Question 4

What does discipline mean in the context of the workplace?

a) Enforcing compliance and order

b) A system of rules designed to improve and correct behaviour through teaching or training

c) Punishment

d) Exercising control

Question 5

Why can altruism as an approach to discipline be regarded as an essential element?

a) It is an essential requirement for survival

b) To maintain good employee relations

c) To demonstrate who's boss

d) To re-establish a welfare approach to HR

Question 6

What might be the reason for why HR are not often informed of incidents that could result in a disciplinary action being taken?

a) Those involved often agree to contain the incident

b) Those involved would be concerned about reprisals

c) Due to lenient managers

d) It would impact on the relationships between subordinates and superiors

Question 7

Which organisation provides established guidelines for disciplinary procedures?

a) TUC

b) ACAS

c) CIPD

d) Employers

Question 8

What is the meaning of the term 'gross misconduct' in the context of a company's disciplinary procedures?

a) Breaches of standards and rules that are serious and unacceptable in any circumstances

b) Stealing company property

c) Being repeatedly late for work

d) Absence without leave

Question 9

Should confidentiality be guaranteed to people who report breaches of rules which could lead to disciplinary action taken on a fellow employee?

a) Depends on the circumstances

b) It should not be guaranteed

c) Management should attempt to guarantee confidentiality

d) It should be guaranteed

Question 10

Is it important to have two managers responsible for leading a disciplinary investigation because:

a) Provides support for each other when dealing with stressful situations

b) It ensures a degree of impartiality

c) It a requirement by tribunals

d) Provides cover in the event of absence through ill health

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