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Discussion topics include:

1. Diversity and Intercultural Issues

2. Conceptualizing diversity

3. Addressing diversity in the global organization

1. Read: Chapter 2 Mendenhall et al.

Self-awareness refers to possessing an honest view of oneself as well as recognizing one’s place in society social contexts. As a global leader, the awareness addresses the extent to which one is both knowledgeable about the world and possess an awareness of the world as a whole.

Self-awareness is a global leader competency. Being an adaptive individual is very encouraging for both leaders and as a global leader. Global leadership competencies are still be discovered and tested. Leaders passion about cultural diversity, interaction and adaptability are core competencies that are agreed upon by researchers in this field.

Being honest in sharing your weakness of ignoring available resources and not applying them. Many leaders and global leaders feel that they have encompassed all that is needed; however, there are so much information, skills and competencies that can be learned. By taking the initiative to address these weaknesses is a huge step towards self-awareness. The desire to want to learn more and learn from lapses knowledge is a strength that should be continuous throughout your time as a leader.

Note: Please type the question and then the answer which should be about 250 words for each question. 

Discussion Question: Global leaders must have a high level of self-awareness.

1. Discuss what you know about yourself against the previous week’s readings.

Answer 250 words

2. Discuss your strength and challenges you face as a potential global leader

Answer 250 words

Using the tips from the article Understanding Your Company’s Culture , complete an initial analysis of your organizational culture.(The company is Prosegur https://www.prosegur.com/en;jsessionid=A846B3A61653025F6F3BC11AF7BF1C24). 

 Describe what you learned about your organization’s culture here, using detail and examples, and based on the questions in the article. 

Research has shown that cultural alignment improves morale and productivity. Based on what you learned about your own organization, how well aligned is it with your own values and beliefs?  How does this impact your behavior and/or performance

 The Pictures Chosen are in the attachment  below 

Question 1: Manuscripts of the Early Middle Ages

Before the invention of the printing press, books were copied by hand one at a time by illuminators, and the vellum was often embellished with beautiful calligraphy and intricate patterns and designs.

Using your course textbook locate three examples of illuminated manuscripts from the early Middle Ages. Read about each one in your textbook, course lectures, and through reliable internet resources

First, completely identify each manuscript and/or manuscript page by title, date, and location where it was created.

In a minimum of 2 well-developed paragraphs address the following questions:

1. Who commissioned the creation of the manuscript? Why?
2. What was the purpose of the manuscript?
3. How do the visual characteristics of each manuscript contribute to or enhance its message or meaning?
4. How do the reasons these manuscripts were created compare with religious texts created today?

Be sure to explain your ideas clearly and support them by discussing specific details about each manuscript.

Question 2: Romanesque and Gothic Cathedrals

Both Romanesque and Gothic architecture displayed distinctive characteristics and features. For this assignment, select one example of Romanesque church architecture and one example of Gothic church architecture from your course textbook. Read about each one in your textbook, course lectures, and through reliable internet resources.

First, completely identify the two cathedrals you have selected by name, date, and location.

Then, in a minimum of 3 well-developed paragraphs, address the following questions:

1. What architectural details are evident in each cathedral that make it representative of either the Romanesque or Gothic style?
2. What sort of decoration (interior and exterior) was employed in each cathedral? What was the meaning of the sculptures, paintings, windows that adorned each cathedral?
3. What was the visitor or viewer experience in each cathedral?

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Instructions

• Many organizations do not have a dedicated Compensation professional. You have just been hired by MediaRite.com as the Compensation Manager. 
• You will read the attached case and use it to first analyze the job in the case, then create a full job description. 
• No template will be provided so it is up to you to research what needs to be included.
• Also refer to:
  • How to Develop a Job Description  (https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/tools-and-samples/how-to-guides/pages/developajobdescription.aspx)
  • Watch: HR Basics – Job Descriptions
  • Watch this video to discover 3 different factors of job documentation that are important for human resource professionals to be familiar with. 

   Your assignment consists of two parts: the job analysis and the job description.

• Each part should be no less than two pages
• Your full submission must be a minimum of four pages (not including the cover page).

• Explain which HRIS types your current or previous employer utilizes.
• If your current or previous organization does not utilize a HRIS,  which types would you recommend? How does the utilization of those  systems promote transformational HR activities?

Unit V Journal

Instructions

Refer back to your last performance appraisal; what did you like about the process? What would you change about the process? Do you think the performance appraisal is helpful and still needed? Please explain. If you have never experienced a performance appraisal, discuss your thoughts on the importance of a performance appraisal.

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words in length. No references or citations are necessary.

Part 2

QUESTION 2

• Evaluate how performance appraisals are used in pay-for-performance plans.
• Your response should be a minimum of 75 words in length.

QUESTION 3

• Discuss how performance appraisals should be conducted.
• Your response should be a minimum of 75 words in length.

QUESTION 4

• Explain whether or not pay-for-performance affects employee behavior.
• Your response should be a minimum of 75 words in length.

QUESTION 5

• Explain merit pay. Address what level of risk is associated with the employees.
• Your response should be a minimum of 75 words in length.

Assignment 4: Progress, Results, and Finalizing the HR Project

Due Week 8 and worth 145 points

Your HR project to develop a centralized model of delivering HR services has progressed through very critical stages of the project thus far. It is now time to present actionable, decision-making information to project leaders. This can be best accomplished when projects have been successfully managed, devoid of any major risks, and have been properly closed out and finalized.

Write a five to six (5-6) page paper in which you:

1. Explain what it means to successfully direct and manage project work and identify and discuss 3-4 strategies you might use to manage and sustain progress in your HR project. Be specific.
2. Identify and discuss a minimum of 3 strategies that could be used to address and resolve any risks within the control of the project. HINT: See Exhibit 14.5 in the textbook. Is any one of the strategies you selected more important than the others? Why?
3. Describe 2-3 actions a project manager may take as they begin to close out the project. Be sure to justify using the actions you discuss.
4. Review Project Management in Action: The Power of Lessons Learned (pages 518-520 in the textbook) and provide an overview to the project team on the significance of the information. Be specific.
5. Go to http://research.strayer.edu to locate at least three (3) quality academic (peer-reviewed) resources in this assignment.

Your assignment must:

• Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
• Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

• Determine the characteristics of a successful project plan.
• Monitor the progress of a project and prepare documentation of a project’s effectiveness as measured by the stated goals.
• Use technology and information resources to research issues in managing human resource projects.
• Write clearly and concisely about managing human resource projects using proper writing mechanics.

Click here to view the rubric for this assignment. 

Discuss the various components of new employee onboarding, including new hire orientation. Which part do you believe to be most important and why? What is the human resource manager’s role in the employee onboarding process? What is the manager’s role?

How does an onboarding program benefit both new employees and the organization? In your discussion, address how effective employee onboarding can enhance employee engagement and retention.

Be sure to provide the references for the sources of the information you used including the material provided in the classroom.

Discussion Two: Application

Discuss the consequences of an ineffective, or inadequate, onboarding program from both employee and organizational perspectives. How can HR evaluate the success of an onboarding program? Discuss at least 3 important onboarding success metrics.

Evaluate the onboarding program of an organization where you are or have been employed or one you are familiar with. Do you believe it is effective in successfully integrating new employees into the organization? Why or why not?

Sources:

https://www.thebalancecareers.com/new-employee-orientation-employee-onboarding-1918195

https://www.thebalancecareers.com/employee-orientation-keeping-new-employees-on-board-1919035

https://www.thebalancecareers.com/employee-onboarding-positive-new-employee-experience-1918830

https://www.gallup.com/workplace/235121/why-onboarding-experience-key-retention.aspx

https://blog.shrm.org/blog/what-is-employee-onboarding-and-why-do-you-need-it?_ga=2.110698565.1743394787.1542496676-1232592599.1505600439

3.13 What is your evaluation of the effectiveness of the goals set by Trevor? 

3.14 What specific suggestions can you offer Trevor to make his goals more likely to be attained? 

3.15 How relevant is a program of goal setting for Mike’s company?