Asked by Oscar Colon on Jun 28, 2024
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Which recruitment method is more likely than the others to result in discrimination against members of protected groups?
A) executive search firms
B) social media
C) employee referrals
D) educational institutions
Employee Referrals
A recruitment strategy where current employees recommend potential candidates for open positions within their organization.
Protected Groups
Refers to specific categories of people who are legally recognized as potentially subject to discrimination or unfair treatment and are thus afforded certain legal protections.
Discrimination
Unfair or prejudicial treatment of individuals or groups based on characteristics such as race, gender, age, or sexual orientation.
- Gain insight into the role of organizational behaviors in shaping diversity and discrimination during the hiring phase.
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Zybrea KnightJul 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Employee referrals are more likely to result in discrimination against members of protected groups because employees tend to refer individuals who are similar to themselves in terms of demographics and background, potentially perpetuating a lack of diversity.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the role of organizational behaviors in shaping diversity and discrimination during the hiring phase.