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social science subjects > business and management > human resource management > job analysis and design > job analysis
social science subjects > business and management > sociology of work > job analysis and design > job analysis
social science subjects > sociology > sociology of work > job analysis and design > job analysis
social science subjects > business and management > management techniques > work study > job analysis

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job analysis  

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  • Job analysis is the process of collecting information about jobs, including the observable activities performed; the tools and equipment necessary for the job; the context of the surrounding work environment; and the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) required to perform the job. From this process, organizations can produce two key written documents. [Source: Encyclopedia of Health Care Management; Job Analysis]

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