Which concept focuses on identifying the numbers and types of employees the organization will require to meet its objectives?

• A. Human Resource Planning
• B. Recruitment and Selection Planning
• C. Career Development
• D. Compensation Programs

Answer: (A)

Identifying the numbers and types of employees an organization will need to meet its objectives is human resource planning. It looks ahead at strategic goals, forecasts future demand for labor, and compares it with current skills and headcount to spot gaps. From there, it maps out actions to bridge those gaps—hiring the right people, training or redeploying existing staff, or adjusting plans to align with objectives. For example, if a company plans a new product launch, HR planning would estimate how many software developers, project managers, and QA testers are needed and when they’re required.

Recruitment and selection planning, on the other hand, focuses on how to fill vacancies once needs are identified, by attracting and choosing candidates. Career development concentrates on growing current employees’ skills and preparing them for future roles. Compensation programs deal with pay, rewards, and benefits.