One important indicator that human resource management is truly strategic in an organization is when the HRM function is headed by a ___.

A) human resources director reporting to a middle-level manager
B) middle-level manager reporting to an upper-level executive
C) mid-level management team
D) human resources manager reporting to an executive vice president
E) senior executive reporting directly to the chief executive officer

Strategic

Relating to the identification of long-term or overall aims and interests and the means of achieving them, often within a business or organizational context.

Human Resource Management

The strategic approach to the effective management of people in an organization, focusing on maximizing employee performance.

Senior Executive

A top-level manager or officer in an organization, typically responsible for making strategic decisions and overseeing the entire operation.