BPCS-187 · December 2023 · English
IGNOU BPCS-187 December 2023 Previous Year Question Paper
MANAGING HUMAN RESOURCES
Structured previous year question paper for BPCS-187, December 2023 session.
Max marks: 50 · Questions: 11 · Sections: 2
Verified: 24 Aug 2026
BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMME
(BDP)
Term-End Examination
December, 2023
BPCS-187 : MANAGING HUMAN RESOURCES
Time : 2 Hours Maximum Marks : 50
Note : Attempt any five questions. Answer at least
two questions from each Section. All
questions carry equal marks. The word limit
for each answer is about 300 words.
Section—A
Q1.Explain the objectives and functions of human resource management.
Q2.Elucidate the meaning of workplace diversity .
Q3.Describe H ofstede’s model of cultural dimensions.
Q4.Explain the concept , types and significance of corporate social responsibility. 10 [ 2 ]
Q5.Elucidate the meaning and nature of performance appraisal. Explain the modern methods of performance appraisal.
Section—B
Q6.Explain the importance of selection. Describe the techniques of selection.
Q7.Explain the concept of employee turnover.
Q8.Describe the factors affecting employee retention.
Q9.Elucidate t he term ‘psychological contract ’.
Q10.Discuss employee -employer’s role in care er management.
Q11.Describe the nature, scope and approaches in employee counselling. 10 [ 3 ] BPCS–187 2023 -187 3+7 [ 4 ] BPCS–187 5+5 &II