Essays and Research Papers on Human Resource Issues

This 5 page paper is based on a case provided by the student. A retail firm has a number of different HRM queries the paper is written as a memo to answer these queries. The issues include the ability of managers to terminate employees with o reason, the difference between permanent and agency employees, ...

This 3-page paper explains how globalization, technology and ethics are impacting human resources management. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page paper that explains the progressive discipline approach and uses tardiness as the infraction. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 8 page paper looks at the value of skills and knowledge in the workplace, looking at how they are used and valued as well as the benefits that are realized by both employees and employers. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 17 page paper looks at leadership theories with a focus on those by Goleman to look at the ideas of the way leadership ma be described and assess the positive leadership characteristics or styles that may benefit a leader or organization. The review of these theories is then used to develop a new leadership ...

This 19 page paper examines different concepts of leadership with a bias towards those of Daniel Goleman, considering the way that leasers may be defined and the way that leadership may be enhanced. The paper ends by proposing a new model of leadership. The bibliography cites 16 sources.

This 9-page paper presents a corporate compliance plan for Riordan Manufacturing. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 7 page paper looks at the concept of flexible working practices, the benefits that they can bring to employers and outlines examples of flexible working practices, including job share and flexi-time. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 6 page paper about teams is written in three parts. The first part of the paper looks at the strengths and weaknesses associated with learning teams, the second part of the paper discusses the way conflict within a learning team can be dealt with and resolved and the last part of the paper examines ...

This 3-page paper presents Southwest Airlines' culture of change, following Kotter's eight steps to change. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5-page paper presents information about employer-employee obligations and discipline. Also discussed is unionization and the impact of collective bargaining on discipline. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 9 page paper, based work provided by the student, examines diversity at John Hancock Financial Services. The paper starts by considering it is meant by the adversity and how it may be applied, and then considers the diversity based on an interview with an employee, using results to identify potential areas of improvement. The ...

8 pages in length. The writer discusses why the FMLA came into being, how it operates and what recommendations can be made to smooth out the rough edges of employer compliance. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 5-page paper discusses some of the challenges that HR departments might have with EEOC compliance. Also discussed are some of the regulations, and organizational values and ethics. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 7-page paper focuses on the fictitious study of Smith & Falmouth, which covers leadership organization and restructuring. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4-page paper discusses the corporate culture and operating issues of Southwest Airlines.

This 6-page paper provides a reflection of competitive advantage outside the business setting. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at how Human Resource Development (HRD) contributes to an organisation’s workforce capacity through development, adding value to individuals and the organisation, discussing the importance of building a strategic approach to training and developing staff. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at some of the HR issues that a firm choosing to locate or expand into India will have to deal with. The way in which cooperate culture may be developed and maintained is assessed and the potential influences on the culture are considered in the context of the Hofstedes cultural ...

This 3-page paper discusses some of McDonald's human resources practices, such as leadership advancement. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper considers the strategy a firm may employ in order to increase motivation and productivity in a team, allowing for the different personality types that are present. The paper is based on motivation theory and the team roles of Belbin. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

This 3 page paper described the elements of Hofstedes cultural dimensions model, with the dimensions of individualism /collectivism, masculinity/femininity, uncertainty avoidance and long term orientation are all outlined and examples given for each dimension. The bibliography cites 1 source.

This 7-page paper provides a discussion about the human resources department's involvement with employee safety. Also discussed are federal mandates for employee safety and two companies that have initiatied a voluntary safety program. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 6 page paper that reports and discusses the difficulties in recruiting, hiring and retaining public employees. The paper reports some innovations in recruiting. The paper discuses appraisal processes that may be used. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3-page paper discusses the future of temporary employment, job sharing and telecommuting. Bibliography lists 2 sources.