Essays and Research Papers on Human Resource Issues

This 8 page paper looks at the advantages and the disadvantages that will be find by hotels wish to use part time employees and sub contracted labor. The writer considers the reasons that part time or agency staff may be required and how companies may try to avoid being compelled to use temporary staff.

This 12 page paper looks at the way in which performance related pay (PRP) is being used to try to control improved performance in the workplace. The writer begins by defining performance related pay and then considers how and why it may be motivational and increase performance along with how it may be interpreted ...

A twelve page paper which looks at the ways in which the new flexible economy has tended to mediate against mutual commitment and loyalty between employer and employee, the effects that these changes might have on personal and social values and long-term goals, and the ways in which the negative impact could be alleviated by ...

This 21 page paper considers the role of performance related pay (PRP) and employee performance. The paper starts with a definition of performance related pay and then considers motivational aspects of the systems and how it may act positively or negatively. The advantages and disadvantages of performance related pay are also considered in detail. The ...

This 10 page paper describes and explains these two perspectives in relation to management. Who and how each school of thought was initiated is also discussed. How each relates to management in today's corporations is discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the effectiveness of a training session by considering the teaching style, materials used, effectiveness of the use of media, the content of masculine and feminine tools and the overall impression of the session. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 7 page paper provides an overview of the concepts of achievement and motivation. In particular, this paper looks at the statement that "all people in the developed world have a high need to achieve, so in order to motivate them to work hard, all you need to do is to set stretching goals." ...

6 pages. This sample memo will help identify possible suggestions for reducing stress in the workplace. It is an informal report outlining five ways in which to reduce stress levels at work. Focus will be on expert advice and opinions, clear instructions for implementing the stress-reducing ideas and innovative suggestions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page research paper that examines the ramifications of statutory employment protection policies on the job market. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 10 page report discusses how organizations empower their people and the ways in which a worker feels empowered in an organizational context. It is also important to understand that the process of empowerment is successful because of the leadership skills of the person doing the empowering Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 6 page paper considers a case study supplied by the student where an international company has internal clashes bases on regional division. The paper outlines the way that this can be resolved practically. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

4 pages. Describes successful training and development strategies within an organization, as well as when they are not successful due to being disconnected from the structural and strategic changes in an organization. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

Twenty years ago, when human resource management was beginning to be recognized as a viable addition to the corporate reality, the argument for worker management was aimed almost entirely at the beneficial consequences for the company. This 6 page paper examines the management style based on the team approach of the Target Corporation. Bibliography lists 8 sources. ...

This 5 page paper considers they type of jobs available in the pharmaceutical industry, the payment rates, qualifications and overall culture and structure of the industry. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

A 10 page paper discussing changes in the key roles and function of HR departments in recent years, using a large insurance company and a plastics manufacturer as examples. Both companies have realigned much of their HR function to that of strategically planning for future needs based on management's forecasts for the future. ...

A 21 page paper that includes tutorial suggestions. On job training is any training that occurs during employment. This paper begins with data regarding training in corporate America, e.g., the amount spent on training annually; the paper then discusses specific on job training models - E-training; mentoring, and on-the-job training (OJT). Specific examples are ...

In this 8 page paper the writer discusses whether leaders are made or born. Using management theory and the ideas of theorists such as Drucker and Handy the case is argued both ways before a conclusion is reached. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 5 page paper focuses on the Delaware Valley in a discussion on downsizing. The problem with downsizing is explored, particularly as it affects middle-aged employees. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page report discusses the question of the “rights” of an employer to demand that an employee quit smoking, both at the workplace and at the employee’s home. Just as an employer does not have the right to determine what religious practices an employee follows, whether they consume alcohol, whether they are married or single, the employer cannot dictate that ...

This 5 page paper considers the way in which conflict may influence an organization. The writer argues that some conflict may be beneficial, but as a cultural level the conflict will have a negative impact on the employment relationship, reducing productivity, decreasing moral and creating an unpleasant environment which too work. The bibliography cites ...

This 6 page paper provides an overview of a human resources development proposition, which focuses on the implementation of an education/tuition program in the workplace to improve retention. This proposed project is based on a design for hotels, and provide an assessment of the project. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 6 page paper provides an overview of the union. The Triangle Factory Fire is duly noted. Bibliography lists 6 sources

This 5 page paper discusses the merits of regular breaks in employment hours considering the positive impacts, reducing employee fatigue, relieving boredom and increasing motivation. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

7 pages in length. The extent to which HR practices reflect the type of business strategy is clearly apparent simply by looking at the manner by which certain companies function. If employees are not satisfied with their work environment, one might then readily surmise that other components of the company are not effective ...

5 pages in length. The writer discusses various employment aspects of IBM as it relates to the student seeking a position as Web designer at the company's New York City location. Bibliography lists 5 sources.