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    Module 4

    As we become ever more global in operations and organizations. We are increasingly having to address the needs of HRM on an international, national, and regional level within the organization. Locate a credible scholarly or professional resource that addresses the needs of HRM in a multinational organization. Provide a summar

    Managing productivity in work environments

    Work environments are ever changing. With the advent of consistent technological advances, the need for onsite workers has been diminished in many organizations. Flexible work schedules, virtual teams, remote work sites, and the like all impact organizational effectiveness. The concept of alternative working conditions should

    Strategic Choices Associated with Staffing

    What are the major strategic choices an organization faces concerning staffing? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each alternative? Please provide a detailed response.

    Trends in the EEOC and the US

    Visit the Equal Opportunity Commission Web site at http://www.eeoc.gov. Identify current trends in complaints being filed with the EEOC and the processes by which claims are being resolved. Review the EEOC press releases posted on the site. What appears to be the agency's current priorities, and how appropriate do you believe th

    Generalized or specialized approaches to human resources

    To be a true strategic partner, does HR need to take on a more generalized or specialized approach to its work? Why? Why are aggregate and succession planning of critical importance? How might failures in these areas impact an organization's ability to compete? Please provide detailed responses.

    Human Resource Challenges: Corporate Strategies

    Identify human resource challenges associated with each of the three major corporate strategies (growth, the fact that mergers and acquisitions usually result in the dismissal of employees, turnaround and retrenchment strategy).

    Societal Challenges for Organizations

    Predict the societal changes that you believe might take place within the next ten years. What challenges will these changes present to organizations?

    Training Preferences: On-the-Job Training, Job

    Discuss the type of job training you would prefer and why. . Learning Theories There are more theories of learning and motivation than have been described in the text. Do a search for a learning theory or a motivation theory that is not in the text. Write a summary of the theory and suggest how it could be used in trainin

    Business Networking Skills

    Networking is the act of creating professional relationships and new connections among people. Give five examples of ways that you can expand your professional network list.

    Information On Freedom Of Information And Freedom Of Press Including Cases

    Freedom of speech and freedom of the press are two important rights individuals have in the United States. News outlets often sensationalize news in order to attract a viewership. There are people that believe these types of behaviours must be controlled or restricted, while others believe they are a perfectly valid exertion of

    Cover Message: Territory Manager Sales

    See the attached file. The goal of a cover letter or message, in addition to your resume, is to gain an interview. Effective cover messages are customized to fit the needs of the employer and highlight why your skills are a match for the position. Write a cover message for the following job opening: Want to grow with u

    Approaches/Job Design

    1.Using the four (4) approaches to job design, create two (2) strategies that the organization can implement to attract and select qualified applicants for the Customer Service Representative position. Justify the main reasons that the selected strategies would be effective. 2.Propose three (3) ways that you can use the informa

    The importance of effective leadership in project implementation

    "Alignment at the top: A case study investigating this critical factor in project implementation." Write a review for the case study attached which provides research examining diverse management practices and the effects it has on the organization. Summarize the research and a briefly discussion on how the qualities of

    Impact of Education on Preferences

    I'm interested in opinions on an article I read. Read the attached article entitled discussing what can be drawn from the suggested findings of Brain and Lewis in the assigned article, "Exploring Leadership Preferences in Multicultural Workgroups: An Australian Case Study," regarding the impact of education levels on leadership

    Negotiation and Ethical Reasoning

    Ethical reasoning is an important aspect of communication, more so in the negotiation process. There are four major ethical systems: end-results, duty, social contract, and personalistic. Select one of the systems and define it, discuss the major proponent, the central tenets, and the major concerns. Provide an example.

    Negotiation and conflict resolution

    Regarding negotiation and conflict resolution: identify and discuss three hardball tactics, then explain in detail how you would deal with the specific hardball tactics.

    Negotiation and Difficulties in Conflict Resolution

    While there are times in our work and personal lives that negotiation is spontaneous, many times we have an opportunity to plan our strategy, such as when we ask for time off, request a pay increase, contract services, buy a car, buy a house, etc. Using one of these scenarios, identify and discuss which step in the negotiation s

    Personal Opinion on the Needs Theory (Maslow's Theory, ERG, Motivator-Hygiene)

    Personal opinion on the needs theory (Maslow's theory, ERG, motivator-hygiene, and achievement motivation) and the process theory (expectancy, equity, goal setting, and reinforcement theories) of motivation are applicable in different situations and cultures. Compare, contrast, and discuss multinational management applications o

    Employee rights and responsibilities

    1. Explain the concepts of employee rights and responsibilities to include: due process, duty of diligence, duty of obedience, duty of loyalty, and employment-at-will. 2. List at least four employee involvement strategies and describe how each contributes to organizational performance. 3. Explain the difference between arb

    Apple with Tim Cook

    Look at what has transpired within Apple, Inc. over the past couple of years but this time we're going to consider the succession of Tim Cook to the CEO position in the company. Please address the following items: i.) Describe Tim Cook's background and how he advanced to the lead position within the company? ii). Disc

    The Baby Boomers and the Career Challenges

    "Baby Boomers Seek New Ways to Escape" through the Wall Street Journal database (from June 24, 2003). Use this article to help write a two page memo outlining your recommendations for developing managers who are stuck in their jobs or feel underutilized. Use Microsoft Word to create your memo. You can use a memo template or crea

    The Importance of Staff Assessments

    Describe how assessment of personality, work behaviors, and job performance are related. Explain the key aspects that HR professionals must be aware of in each of these areas. 500 words in length and include an introduction, a body, and a conclusion.

    Employee Retention in Small Companies

    Hello, I need help with conducting a research on employee retention and keys to creating lasting employees in a new and small organization. I would like to start with some research information please, with an Introduction, Objective(s), Problem Definition, and Significance of the research. Thanks a lot. Please if you can't ha

    I NEED ASSISTANCE

    I need assistance with the following: Write a paper that analyzes the role of a manager within the functional areas of business: The functional areas are Human Resources and Leadership. Required elements: No more than 1050 words Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines

    Thoughts on Conflict Resolution

    Summarize your thoughts on the key points of conflict resolution. Being able to successfully describe the benefits and limitations of resolving a conflict is a key element to understanding human resources management. 150-200 words

    HR

    In your position as leader of the HR team, the following problem has been referred to you: You have received a grievance from the union citing a disciplinary case that has taken place. Specifically, an employee in the manufacturing department has been suspended without pay for two weeks for excessive lateness. The union all