Essays and Research Papers on Human Resource Issues

This 8 page paper discusses to what extent the bureaucratic model of organising is appropriate to industry in the 21st century and examines the conflicts between bureaucracy and dominant models of current human resource management. The paper uses evidence from organisations and studies of organisations in order to explore this subject. The bibliography cites 7 ...

This 9 page paper considers how teamwork is a tool that is being increasingly used to access and create value from a company’s intellectual capital. The paper looks at the way teams have been used in the past and the current day to explore and create new ideas, to innovate and facilities efficient business practices. ...

This 7 page paper uses a an organization development diagnostic model looking at the symptoms, the causes, the alternatives, consequences and solutions that were used to overcome the problems of the takeover. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

This 5 page paper explores this concept. Examples from different industries are provided. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 10 page paper examines incentive plans. While hourly plans are the focus of attention, the research is applicable to motivation in general. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 13 page paper providing background information on the Walt Disney Company and its industry; and examining Disney's motivation practices. The paper reviews Maslow's hierarchy of needs to conclude that the company seeks to make its "front line" employees feel a sense of belonging so that they will work even more diligently for the ...

This 4 page paper is written in two parts. The first part analyses a case supplied by the student and then recommends three strategies to present to management to deal with the downsizing. The second part of the paper outlines a social plan and strategy for the negotiation stage. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

A 6 page paper. We not only hear about it, we feel it - the middle class is vanishing. The essay begins by justifying the fact that the middle class is disappearing. The writer discusses different issues: the effects of NAFTA, the effects of outsourcing and the effects of immigration. Statistical data included. Bibliography ...

5 pages in length. The manner by which salary and compensation figures are determined is not merely a matter of happenstance; rather, the process of establishing competitive wages is comprised of a calculated and equitable format that helps maintain a common denominator of wage placement throughout a given industry. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page paper discussing the Veterans Administration's (VA) transformation in health care quality, to the extent that VA hospitals and clinics now may provide the highest-quality care in a local area rather than care of the last resort. Addressing operations, the purpose here is to review the strategies of program design and evaluation ...

This 3 page paper looks at the potential learning and growth objectives that could be used in the development of a balanced scorecard for a hospital. The paper presents to objectives and gives tangible ways of measuring them. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

A 19 page paper discussing the need and rationale for reorganizing the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley, a local unit of the national organization, Boys & Girls Clubs of America. The goal is to reorganize the main site to be more effective and efficient. The paper discusses the organization's mission ...

A 6 page paper discussing compensation models, reward systems and planning for contingency needs in the military. There is no question that both the US and its military have entered a new era that no one wanted. As is the case in compensation and reward systems in the private sector, the military will ...

A 6 page paper emphasizing the qualities found in effective training workshops. The author first reviews a recently delivered seminar on leadership effectiveness then devises a forty-five minute workshop for her own learning institution. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 14 page review of the importance of group dynamics in organizatonal change. The author presents a fictional case study that highlights key aspects of group dynamics. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page research paper that examines carpal tunnel syndrome: its causes, the nature of the injury, treatment and the effectiveness of ergonomic programs designed to reduce repetitive motion injuries. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

6 pages in length. The workplace of the twenty-first century no longer resembles that of its culturally homogenized predecessor of decades ago; rather, contemporary work environments reflect a cultural presence that has served to wholly transform the way in which employees interact with one another amidst such tremendous differences. Recognizing the importance of ...

This 18 page paper considers the way in which a compensation strategy may be developed, looking at the different elements of the packages. The paper looks at basic salary or wages, the use of performance assessment, additional benefits such as health insurance, pensions and life cover, bonuses and other social benefits. The bibliography cites 6 ...

This 20 page paper considers the way in which a company can develop a training policy. The paper starts by looking at the benefits a clear training policy and active practices will bring and then examines factors such as how the company can determine what training is needed and how develop strategies for the effective ...

A 4 page paper discussing expatriation considerations. The company is expanding to Italy and plans to include a number of expatriate employees. The purpose here is to consider some of the factors that will affect the success of the expatriate program and those involved with it. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

3 pages in length. Conflict in any setting often creates an overabundance of tension that keeps people from communicating in an effective manner; when conflict is in the workplace, however, the extent to which such discord can disrupt the entire flow of business is both grand and far-reaching. Employees at the funeral home ...

This 18 page paper considers the case of a company that has made many acquisitions, but allowed all the acquired companies to carry on operating independently. The result is a highly fragmented company which has resulted in confused customers and internal conflicts. The paper looks at how this situation can be resolved. The paper outlines ...

This 20 page paper considers the design and then implementation of change in a small service company. The business is growing and is being recognized as a firm for its’ professionalism and integrity. The staff compliment is about 35 people of varying skills, experience and expertise. The change needed is to increase communication, empower the ...

A 6 page paper which examines how the possession and development of people skills is invaluable for the property manager. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at the way in which leaders and leadership styles can create support and maintain positive corporate cultures. The paper looks at leadership styles and characteristics and the way they may impact positively or negativity on culture. The bibliography cites 5 sources.