Performance Analysis

Induction Programs

Training

Include the definition of the three concepts and its references and briefly explain why do you believe these are the most important aspects of Human Resources management. Apa Style and avoid plagiarism.

Santa Cruz Bicycles

Read Case 5-1 “Santa Cruz Bicycles” and then answer the following questions.

What, in your opinion, was the key factor in Santa Cruz Bicycles’ successful process redesign? 

Why was that factor the key? 

What outside factors had to come together or Santa Cruz Bicycles to be able to make the changes they did? 

As CEO of the organization, what would you have done differently and why?

Your answers should be in your own words, but should also incorporate (and cite) key terms and concepts from the reading and lectures for this week’s assignment. 

Your submission should approximately be in APA format, two full pages, double spaced, running header, subheadings, in-text citations and a reference list.

Unit V Journal

Instructions

Should workplace diversity be driven by balancing differences or by hiring and selecting the most qualified individual for the position? If you were creating a new position for your team, do you think the new position should be developed to the individual, or do you think an individual should be hired for the specific job requirements? Why?

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

Unit V Project

Instructions

Gender and Work-Life Balance

Fig Technologies wants industry research on gender and work-life attitudes to present an overview of the position of project managers in two geographic areas. You will present this report in a two-page (excluding the title and reference pages) assessment of the position based on information available. In your report, be sure to address the issues below. 

• Analyze the demographics of gender in the workplace with regard to position, pay, and expectations. 
• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of flexible schedules and work responsibilities. 
• Determine the potential human resources benefits of offering child and elder care in the organization. 
• Explain work-life balances regarding achieving greater results for the organization. 

Support your recommendation through the use of at least two sources, one of which can be the textbook. Content should be two to three pages in length. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations. All references and citations used must be in APA style. 

Have some fun with the assignment. Use your creative thinking along with your critical thinking to include your perspective of the findings and how to address the issues. 

Unit VI Journal

Instructions

There is a history of diversity legislation. Do you think that creating new legislation assists in making a stronger nation? At the organizational level, what do you think is one alternative to building a stronger and more accepting nation without resorting to implementation of legislation? Why?

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

Unit VI PowerPoint Presentation

10 slides not including the title or reference page 

Also look at the example and how the powerpoint should flow. 

Instructions

The Fig Technologies Executive Leadership Council (ELC) has received several requests for transfer to the United States from nations of diminished tolerance. The ELC has asked you to develop a presentation briefly explaining the history of diversity-based legislation. In your presentation, describe the challenges of legislating diversity, and compare historical legislation of diverse populations to more recent diversity legislation. Also, explain how diversity legislation impacts ethnic, orientation, and gender groups as well as those of age, appearance, and perceived disability. 

At least two additional resources should be used in addition to your textbook, one of which must come from the CSU Online Library. All sources should be cited and referenced properly using APA formatting. The presentation should consist of a title slide, a minimum of 10 slides of content, and a reference slide. Since this is a presentation, at least one slide should include a graphic or chart to present information. 

The following link and PDF are excellent sources provided by the CSU Writing Center for PowerPoint best practices and basic instructions for creating a presentation.

http://columbiasouthern.adobeconnect.com/powerpointbestpractices/

Click here to view a PDF that covers the basics of using PowerPoint.  

Your Individual Experience in Obtaining a Position

Note: This is an optional discussion for HRM student in this course.

For this discussion, consider which experience best describes your career.

1. If you are a mid-career HR professional, review and assess the capability of your current résumé to support attaining candidacy in an HR position one level senior to the one you currently hold.
2. If you are a career changer, analyze how you would go about reframing your current résumé to best showcase your skills and experience.

Based on your selection above, respond to the following questions:

• How does your résumé show real examples of Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) behavioral competencies?
• How does your résumé show real examples of SHRM technical competencies (people, organization, workplace, and strategy)?
• How does your résumé leverage past managerial or leadership experience?
• How does your résumé leverage organizations and IT skills that support HR responsibilities in the workplace?
• How does your résumé reflect your interest in the field of HR?
• How does your résumé reflect a commitment to professional development?

Respond to the following in a minimum of 250 words:

• 1. When selecting a candidate for a position, what are some of the qualities and attributes that you look for in evaluating a resume and an in-person interview?

Discuss how a safety and health professional should proceed when faced with an employee who thinks he or she has AIDS.

Instructions

Recently, there has been much criticism about the Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade agreement. Discuss three issues that may seem questionable in relation to the agreement. Given that eight other nations have already signed their participation, would you recommend to the U.S. Senate that it should be ratified?

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

Research an organization that has undergone a restructuring in the last several years. Explain the market factors that uncovered the need for restructuring, what actions were taken by the organization, and the results of the restructuring. Make sure you have referenced information for your choice.

* Your assignment should be approximately 500 words in length (typically, two double-spaced pages), not counting cover page, reference list page, appendices, figures, or tables.

* Your assignment should include a title page and a reference list page (if using references), and be completed in Times New Roman 12-point font, double-spaced, with appropriate header, page numbers, one-inch margins, and meet all other requirements of APA Stylebook.

* A minimum of two references must be used. Please format them in the most current APA format.

* An abstract is required.

1. List the pros and cons of interest arbitration. Why do you think the usage of interest arbitration in the private sector is so low?
2. Not all forms of strikes are protected by the NLRA. What types are protected? Unprotected? Does this make sense, or should all types of strikes be treated equally?
3. Seniority is central in many private and public sector union contracts in the United States. What are the advantages to both employers and employees of using seniority to allocate employment opportunities? What are the disadvantages? How can a balance be struck between the interests of employers and employees?
4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having the workplace governed by a legally enforceable contract supported by rights arbitration? Is this a good model for the workplace for the 21st century?

Week 10 Discussion Due Sunday

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Leadership of Culture, Ethics, and Diversity

DB1: What I’ve observed

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Despite the benefits of diversity, some say it is a “double-edged sword.”  Explain why?

DB2: What I’ve observed

Describe the different generations that make up what some people are now referring to as “generational diversity” and identify their unique characteristics.

What are the implications of generational diversity on effective leadership?