HRM Assessment: Corporate Culture and Strategic Approach
1. HR programs and policies can influence or change an organization's culture. Do you agree with this? Does an organization's culture need to grow/evolve naturally or can it be "shaped" or "manipulated"? To what extent does an organization's culture determine its strategy? To what extent does an organization's strategy determine its culture?
2. In situations in which it is appropriate for an organization to use a strategic approach, what are the main barriers that can prevent an organization from taking a more strategic approach to HR? Why do they exist, and how can they be overcome?