This document contains a research questionnaire about an employee referral program (ERP). It asks participants questions to understand the importance and effectiveness of ERP, tools for an effective ERP, their experience with the current ERP, and opinions on how to improve the ERP. The questions cover topics like the benefits of ERP, preferences for ERP tools and techniques, experience referring friends through ERP and their outcomes, and views on rewards, transparency, and other aspects of the ERP. The purpose is to gather input from employees to study ERP and help enhance the current program.

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Santhan R – MBA – International Business [2013-15]
Pondicherry University
RESEARCH QUESTIONNAIRE FOR
A STUDY ON EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM
THANK YOU IN ADVANCE
Thank You for your willingness to participate in this survey. We value your precious time and assure you that this will
not take more than 10 minutes of your time. Your responsiveness to the questionnaire are highly valued and considered
extremely vital for this research.
NAME : AGE :
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I. IMPORTANCE OF EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGAM (ERP)
(✓)Tick your answers STRONGLY
DISGREE
DISAGREE AGREE STRONGLY
AGREE
1. Employee Referral Program (ERP) is the Easiest way of Recruitment.
2. ERP is very Cost Effective.
3. ERP leads to Harmonious Environment in the organization.
4. ERP is the shortest path to Better Quality hires.
5. ERP brings Cultural Bonding.
6. ERP increases employee retention.
7. ERP is a marketing tool that promotes employer brand.
8. Appropriate / Meritorious candidates are obtained via ERP.
I I. TOOLS & TECHNIQUES FOR AN EFFECTIVE EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGAM (ERP)
Please Rank your Preferences between (1-6)
Providing a Dedicated Mobile Application
ERP through Social Media Sites
Providing a Dedicated Job Portal (Internal/External)
ERP in Gamified/Informal Form
Conducting ERP as an Periodical Event
Launching an Employee Referral Newsletter

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Santhan R – MBA – International Business [2013-15]
Pondicherry University
I I I. EXPERIENCE OF CURRENT EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM (ERP)
Have you ever referred your friend through Employee Referral Program?
☐ Yes ☐ No
(✓)Tick your answers
STRONGLY
DISGREE
DISAGREE AGREE STRONGLY
AGREE
1. I have friends who have experience in E-Publishing / IT Industry.
2. I have friends who possess the required skill sets mentioned in ERP.
3. I would like to recommend my friends to my organization.
4. I have referred my friends through ERP
5. My referred friends were selected through ERP.
6. My referral was suitable for the required position.
7. My referred people were happy in my organization.
8. Their performance is good.
good.9. Location is a Reason for not Referring my friends.
10. Current ERP system is satisfactory.
I V. EMPLOYEE’S OPINION ON EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM (ERP)
(✓)Tick your answers
STRONGLY
DISGREE
DISAGREE AGREE STRONGLY
AGREE
1. Referring a Quality friend would bring Recognition for an employee.
2. A perfect reference leads to Win (Me)-Win (Friend)-Win Organization).
3. I have clear knowledge about the Employee Referral Program.
4. Present Employee Referral Program needs to be Upgraded.
5. Employee Reference should have an impact on employee’s career.
6. Friendship Circle expands in organization by ERP.
7. ERP provides opportunity to help my employable friends.

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Santhan R – MBA – International Business [2013-15]
Pondicherry University
V. EFFECTIVENESS OF EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM (ERP)
(✓)Tick your answers
STRONGLY
DISGREE
DISAGREE AGREE STRONGLY
AGREE
1. ERP is HR initiative.
2. Reward should be other than Cash like Gadget, Tour Package, etc.
3. ERP should cover all levels of the organization.
4. ERP should be a parameter in the performance evaluation.
5. ERP should attract employees and their friends too.
6. The process of ERP should be Transparent enough.
7. Results should be notified within a short period of time.
Any Other Words from You towards Employee Referral Program (ERP):-