SHRM-CP HR Strategic Planning & Business Alignment 2

Question 1

Which tool does HR use to translate organizational strategy into specific HR actions and metrics?

Accepted Answer

HR Scorecard

Answer

The HR Scorecard links HR activities and metrics directly to strategic business outcomes.

Question 2

A workforce plan identifies a future skills gap in data analytics. Which response is MOST strategic?

Accepted Answer

Develop an internal upskilling program aligned to the timeline of the gap

Answer

Proactive internal upskilling aligned to a forecasted timeline is the most strategic and cost-effective response.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of an HR leading indicator?

Accepted Answer

Employee engagement scores

Answer

Leading indicators like engagement scores predict future outcomes, whereas lagging indicators measure past results.

Question 4

Environmental scanning in HR strategic planning involves analyzing:

Accepted Answer

Internal and external factors that affect workforce supply and demand

Answer

Environmental scanning examines both internal factors (skills, culture) and external factors (labor market, regulations) affecting HR strategy.

Question 5

A company downsizes 15% of its workforce. HR's FIRST priority after the reduction should be:

Accepted Answer

Stabilizing and re-engaging the remaining workforce

Answer

After a reduction in force, survivor syndrome can damage morale and productivity, making engagement of remaining employees the top priority.

SHRM-CP - Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional Practice Test