1. Explain how organizations can temporarily increase the size of their workforce. 2. Provide a detailed summary of the basic legal issues involved in layoffs. 3. Distinguish between involuntary and voluntary turnover. 4. Discuss the process of progressive discipline and explain its importance to organizations. 5. What is employment at will? Comment on the positive … Read more
1) Briefly explain the evolution of the HR function in organizations. 2) Summarize the basic ideas underlying the human resource management (HRM) system concept. 3) Do you think HRM would have become more important even if laws such as the 1964 Civil Rights Act had never been passed? Why, or why not? 4) Who is … Read more
The answer to this question depends on your individual situation and goals. In most cases, HR certifications can be a great way to advance your career and expand your knowledge. If you have the time and resources to invest in a certification program, it can be beneficial to your career. However, it is important … Read more
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Describe ways in which people experience grief and the functions it serves. Consider religious beliefs and cultural differences; as well as differences between child and adult, in your response. Access and read the GCU Statement on the Integration of Faith and Work. How might a person with the Christian Worldview handle the stages of dying, … Read more
Brainstorm ideas on how our country can move away from ageist negative stereotypes (as predicted by the disengagement theory) and move toward a more positive active role for senior citizens (as predicted by the activity theory).
Using theories of Piaget, LaBouvie-Vief, and Denney and the concepts of fluid and crystalized intelligence, explain changes in cognitive functioning in early and middle adulthood.
High contact sports, teenage brain development, and concussions has been a topic that has received considerable attention. Review some research on this particular topic. After you have reviewed information, consider the following: If you were a parent, would you allow your child to play a high contact sport? Explain your response supporting your decision with … Read more
You have been hired to oversee the decentralization of your client’s human resources function in which corporate functions will be relocated to each regional office. Your boss wants you to start the project immediately, but you are insisting that a project charter be established first. Explain to your boss the importance of a project … Read more
Pick one of the following scenarios: A 4-year-old child constantly refuses to eat the dinner that is provided. A 9-year-old child constantly talks back to authority figures, particularly her parents. A 7-year-old child constantly refuses to get out of bed in the morning and get ready for the day. How would each of the four … Read more