The document discusses job analyses and human resource planning and selection. It defines HR planning as ensuring an organization has the right number and type of employees with the right skills in the right places. Effective HR planning is important for meeting business objectives and gaining a competitive advantage. The key aspects of HR planning covered include linking it to organizational strategy, importance, processes, forecasting labor demand and supply, and common pitfalls. Job analysis is defined as collecting information on job tasks, responsibilities, skills and requirements. Methods of job analysis include questionnaires, observation, interviews and combining approaches. HR planning and job analysis are important for strategic planning, recruitment, performance management and other HR functions.