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2.1 HRM – Recruitment and selection (1 questions)
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Internal recruitment refers to filling vacancies with existing employees, for example through promotions, transfers or internal job postings.
- Advantages:
- Faster integration – the employee already knows the company culture and processes.
- Motivates staff by providing clear career progression, improving morale and retention.
- Disadvantages:
- Limited pool of ideas and skills, which may hinder innovation.
- Potential for internal rivalry or resentment if promotions are perceived as unfair.
External recruitment involves attracting candidates from outside the organisation, using methods such as advertising, recruitment agencies or online job portals.
- Advantages:
- Access to a wider range of skills, experience and fresh perspectives.
- Opportunity to bring in specialised expertise that is not available internally.
- Disadvantages:
- Longer recruitment cycle and higher costs (advertising, agency fees, onboarding).
- New hires may take longer to adapt to the company’s culture, affecting short‑term productivity.