Question

Explain briefly ‘transfers’ and ‘promotions’ as internal sources of recruitment.’

Answer 1

Transfers:

• Transfers involve shifting of an employee from one job to another, one department to another or from one shift to another, without a substantive change in the responsibilities and status of the employee.
• It may lead to changes in duties and responsibilities, working condition etc., but not necessarily salary.

Promotions:

1. Promotions involve shifting an employee to a higher position, carrying higher responsibilities, facilities, status and pay.
2. This practice helps to improve the motivation and increases loyalty and satisfaction level of employees.