Pages

Saturday, January 14, 2012

GLOSSARY


Absolute ratings:-A rating method where the rater assigns a specific value on a fixed scale to the behaviour or performance of an individual instead of assigning ratings based on
Comparisons between other individuals.

Abstract reasoning: - The process of perceiving issues and reaching conclusions through the use of symbols or generalizations rather than concrete factual information.

Blue collar workers:- Hourly paid workers employed in occupations that require physical or manual labour.

Bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ):-A very narrowly interpreted exception to EEO laws that allows employers to base employment decisions for a particular job on such factors as sex, religion or national origin, if they are able to demonstrate that such factors are an essential qualification for performing a particular job.

Corporate values:-The prescribed standards, behaviours, principles or concepts that an organization regards as highly important.