Essays and Research Papers on Human Resource Issues

This 5 page paper answers a set of questions set by the student focusing on change and HRM. The questions look at how and why firms are under pressure to change, the importance of communication in the change process, whether an organization was correct is offering generous benefits to encourage staff to relocate as well ...

This 10-page paper focuses on an example of a supervisor manual describing best practices in a company. Topics discussed include communication, performance appraisal and orientation and training. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper considers the problems and potential resolutions to difficulties in communication in a multicultural environment. Using the example of an Italian employee in an American workplace environment the paper demonstrates how misunderstanding can take place and escalate, and then discusses the way in which the problem may be resolved. The bibliography cites ...

This 3 page paper looks at the functions of public relations and considers which functions are internal and which are external. The paper looks at three examples of each, for internal PR, relationship management, employee relations and investor relations are discussed. For external PR functions of marketing communication, social responsibility and consumer relations. The bibliography ...

This 4 page paper with annotated bibliography examines the role of human resource management at Federal Express in terms of the three strategies for the strategic business partner concept as delineated by Michelle Martinez and elaborated by Dave Ulrich. It finds that FedEx does conform to these 3 strategies and recommends a shift of HR ...

This 9 page paper examines the way that mistakes or misunderstanding may occur in intercultural communication. Using the example of a business meeting between western and Vietnamese business people the paper looks at examples of cultural differences, looking at the cultural barriers that exist and how they may be overcome. The bibliography cites 8 sources. ...

This 5-page paper focuses on Wal-Mart's negative publicity and how it is trying to deal with crisis communications. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 12 page paper considers issues concerning the integration of employees following a merger. The paper looks at the way surveys can take place to assess the level of integration, the importance of communication, the way change may be managed, the approaches to training and benchmarking. The bibliography cites 11 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing the unfairness of computerized monitoring software by employers who are seeking to monitor Internet usage and emails of employees. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 10 page paper considers the increasing level of computerisation, how it has occurred and the relevant success. The writer argues that the benefits are not as we perceive them, and that there have been many costs and disadvantages as well as advantages to this trend. The bibliography cites 15 sources.

This 13-page paper describes the organizational culture of fictitious Sherman Computers, and takes into consideration how the company can move into computer assembly. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing the unfairness of computerized monitoring software by employers who are seeking to monitor Internet usage and emails of employees. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5-page paper discusses what training management and employees require when it comes to working in a global workforce. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page paper. This paper presents a job analysis for a Computer User Support Analyst. The Dictionary of Occupational Titles (D.O.T.) published by the U.S. Department of Labor. The paper explains the job description and interviews an employee who is performing the job to compare the D.O.T. description with what he is actually ...

A 10 page paper discussing multimedia, computer-based learning systems for self-directed learning by adults. The paper also discusses learning management systems, which bring uniformity and accountability into the mix. The systems can be expected to gain in importance in the future, as the need for training and re-training grows and as the economies ...

A 7 page paper that reviews 5 articles, each addressing a different issue. The questions/issues addressed in this paper are: Information systems failure or malfunction; Computer viruses; advanced technology and the adverse effects on employees; health issues with computer use; and software piracy. Articles reviewed each address one issue, for instance, one article reports the ...

This 7 page paper looks at a variety of concerns of employees in respect to computer terminal use. The paper focuses on the dangers some believe are associated with use of the VDT in the workplace. Some problems noted include skin and vision problems as well as miscarriages and cancer. Results of several studies ...

A 4 page paper discussing the situation of a computer software company which is paying top programmers’ salaries in the area, but still is losing its best talent to other employers. It seeks to implement a structure more conducive to employee loyalty, particularly among its programmers. The paper discusses the benefits of allowing ...

What does it take to be a good leader? Are leaders in one field different than those in another, or do certain qualities shine through no matter what the arena? Has the quality of leadership changed with the advance of technology? These are some of the questions this discussion will pose ...

A 7 page paper. Among the first technologies used were slides. The overhead projector provided a significant advance in training large groups. As computers became more common and the Internet became popular, they became predominant in training programs. This essay tracks the history of old and new technology used for employee training and includes ...

In an effort to restore customer satisfaction and harmony in the workplace, I suggest the organization implement a writing skills workshop to benefit the entire organization. Writing skills are more than an incidental organizational practice. Internally, they dispel misunderstanding among employees. Both internally and externally, they reflect an organizations pride, morale, self-esteem, and attitude. Just ...

This 3 page paper considers how modern information technology in the workplace allows employees to self-manage, and consider if this removes the issue of managerial control from the workplace. The paper argues that the issue merely changes and is not removed. Reference is made to call centres and remote workers. The bibliography cites 2 ...

This 4-page paper discusses the ramifications of technology, globalization and culture on human resources management. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper that discusses the impact of technology on the structure and culture of an organization, and thus, affects the workplace. Following a brief introduction to the topic, the writer reports employees' perceptions of productivity and morale. The writer comments on the ability of disabled workers to join the workforce and also on ...

A 4 page review of an article by Richard S. DeFranks and John M. Ivancevich published in the August 1, 1998 edition of “The Academy of Management Executive”. The authors note that stress in the workplace can be caused by a variety of factors. One of these is the increase in technology. ...