Case 1
Discuss the responsibilities of Human Resources Management.
What is Human Resources Planning? What is its purpose? Identify and explain the steps in the HR Planning process.
Explain the relationship between human resources planning and strategic planning.
How did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibit various types of discrimination that can occur in the relationship between employers and their workers? What is the EEOC? List and explain four (4) types of discrimination that are regulated by the EEOC.
XYZ Corporation, a management consulting company, conducted an employee survey which indicated that 25% of junior associates felt their salary was low compared to what senior associates make. The survey also indicated that some senior associates felt that their pay did not match that of senior associates at other consulting companies. Advise XYZ Corporation as to what steps it should take to remedy this problem.
Imagine that you are the V.P. Human Resources at a major automobile company which has been significantly impacted by the recent recession. Briefly describe the major strategies available to that would help you manage the labor surplus in the organization.
Case 2
What are ethics? Explain the difference between morals and ethics. Describe the role of ethics in HRM. Discuss its challenges and benefits.
Discuss sexual harassment and its impact on employees and the work environment. Provide examples of sexual coercion and sexual annoyance.
What is HRIS? In what way do technological advances impact job trends in Human Resources? What type of jobs are likely to increase because of technological advances?
What role does job analysis play in the HRM process? Discuss, in detail, why this is important.