GPHR (GPHR) Global Risk and Compliance 3

Question 1

Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of a country risk assessment in global HR planning?

Accepted Answer

Identifying political, legal, and social risks that could impact workforce operations

Answer

Country risk assessments evaluate external environmental factors—political instability, legal uncertainty, and social conditions—that can disrupt HR and business operations.

Question 2

Under the ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work, which of the following is NOT listed as a core labor standard?

Accepted Answer

Mandatory profit sharing with employees

Answer

Mandatory profit sharing is not among the ILO's four core labor standards, which focus on freedom of association, forced labor, child labor, and discrimination.

Question 3

A global HR leader is implementing a whistleblower protection policy. Which element is MOST critical to ensure its effectiveness across jurisdictions?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring anonymous reporting channels and non-retaliation protections are legally compliant in each country

Answer

Effective whistleblower policies must offer anonymous channels and non-retaliation protections that meet or exceed each jurisdiction's legal requirements.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) from an HR perspective in a global organization?

Accepted Answer

To ensure workforce availability and safety during disruptions so operations can continue

Answer

From an HR perspective, the BCP focuses on protecting employees, maintaining workforce capability, and sustaining operations during emergencies or crises.

Question 5

A company operating in multiple countries discovers a local manager has been discriminating against female candidates in hiring. The local law does not explicitly prohibit gender discrimination. How should global HR respond?

Accepted Answer

Apply the company's global non-discrimination policy and address the behavior

Answer

Global companies must apply their own non-discrimination standards even when local law does not provide equivalent protections.

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GPHR - Global Professional in Human Resources Practice Test

GPHR (GPHR) Global Risk and Compliance 3