Essays and Research Papers on Human Resource Issues

A 15 page overview of the many factors which affect institutional image. The author emphasizes that not only does institutional image affect the quality and number of students that an institution can attract, it also affects the future of the students themselves. Institutional image permeates every aspect of the educational institution. Everything ...

A 10 page paper that begins with a biography of Branson as an entrepreneur, thus, the focus is on the growth of his businesses and leadership. Northouse's schemas of leadership are applied to Branson as are Kotter's errors. The writer also comments on the leadership- followership concept in terms of Branson. Lessons learned from ...

5 pages in length. Robert Reich's The Work of Nations is an interesting analysis of the economy and how it can change and evolve. Of particular interest is Reich's explanation of high volume versus high value production, and the effects these can have on the economy of not only one nation, but of the global economy as well. ...

This 17 page research paper investigates the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and its effect on small businesses. The paper addresses the Act itself, its intent, the cost of compliance, litigation, and case histories of small businesses who made accommodations to comply with the law. Bibliography lists 14 references.

A 15 page paper discussing the way downsizing was. Much has come of the corporate downsizing experience, on both sides. Business is increasingly competitive, and most businesses have exhausted every avenue of "quick fix" for reducing costs and preserving profits. One "new" approach is that businesses have realized that it costs far more to replace ...

5 pages in length. The business world requires a considerable amount of direction within the supervisor/subordinate situation, however, it is clear that motivational techniques bring about significantly better productivity than does controlling behavior. Consistent with tutelage of any kind, encouragement has proven the most effective method of evoking positive results over the inherently negative influence ...

An 8 page paper that provides an overview of the issues related to the use of e-mail in the workplace and the complexities of perceptions related to privacy and ethics. This paper brings together current perceptions and proposes possible guidelines for implementing privacy standards. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 28 page research study evaluates the challenges inherent in the hiring and retention processes for hospitality employees, and considers the specific issues for employers, including the Prudential Corporate Training Center, in Fairfield County, CT. This study demonstrates the issues that extend from varying markets, high turnover rates and low wages and also provides ...

This 8 page paper talks about what a company should be cognizant of in respect to downtime. Tangible and intangible costs are just some concerns of any company which is likely to experience computer problems from time to time. The use of logs and questionnaires are tools which are recommended in coming up with a ...

This 5 page paper focuses on employees in Canada's hotels. Union and non-union laborers are compared and issues such as wages , job security and scheduling are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

9 pages in length. The writer discusses how in an attempt to curb drug use in the workplace, a substantial number of companies has implemented drug-testing programs for both existing and potential employees. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the different elements of a successful business meeting, from planning and communication through to measuring short term and long term results. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

This 12 page report discusses health promotion in the workplace and developing programs that are supportive of all employees’ and their diversity of ethnic and cultural backgrounds. A fictional company, WeSciFi, is used as an example of a high tech company that wants to implement a health promotion program at their organization.In any corporate arena, the health and well-being of the ...

20 pages in length. This in-depth look at the inside of business reflects on the human impact and the sociological implications upon any business. Many times these are not even considered when troubleshooting or making improvements to the bottom line. Those who study the collective social behavior of humans are called sociologists; to study this behavior within the ...

This 13 page paper provides an overview of the role that affirmative action plays in the decision-making in business. This paper assesses the views of managers and human resources management and the impact for interactions in the workplace setting. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 11 page paper looks at the importance that leadership has taken on in the increasingly complex world of business. The paper starts with an examination of the way that leadership has developed and the theories of people such as Taylor, Maslow and Ruskin influenced thinking on the subject. The paper then goes on to ...

(5 pp). This is discussion is supposed to be about things that I want. How I see myself. Where I want to go and how I think that I will get there. I know about the idea that if you write things down you can make them happen. ...

(5 pp). Emotions, used appropriately have a valid place in the business organizational scheme. It is acceptance and management of emotions in a healthy way that provides the key to a stable workforce in a viable workplace. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 10 page paper. Microsoft is the most successful software company in the world. As everyone knows, an antitrust complaint was filed against Microsoft. This paper discusses whether the company used unethical practices to beat its competition in the market. The writer also offers a brief overview of the company's ethos as an example ...

A 7 page paper discussing alternative work arrangements, particularly telecommuting, and the positive effects they can have for both employees and their organizations. The bottom line is that organizations have gained about as much efficiency as possible from downsizing and reorganizing, and all are now obliged to look to internal systems for gains in efficiency and productivity. ...

( 10 pp) Whether it is a class assignment, or an event in the outside world, determining what and how to deal with any ethical situation is difficult. First because we question our own perception of the event - did I really just see that? Did it really happen? Second, because if ...

(5pp) If there was one singularly successful style of business management, we could all learn it, and through a logical assumption, all become successful. If only that were true Dorothy, we would never have to leave Kansas. Each successful business leader we talk to will give us his own personal bent ...

A 21 page paper. The increasing internationalization and globalization of companies has forced managers to address the issues that arise as a result of the national culture. This essay discusses national culture, specifically culture as described by Hofstede. Hofstede's four culture dimensions are explained and discussed at length. Examples of differences are provided, including differences ...

This 5 page paper discusses the problems that can occur when a company lacks adequate training for employees, or when departments develop independently from the company's goals. Solutions offered include increased communication, incentives and cross training of personnel. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at how it may be argued the core principles of both scientific management and classical organization theory are rationality, efficiency and standardization. The paper looks at the theories and uses examples to show how and why this is the case. The bibliography cites 10. sources.