Essays and Research Papers on Human Resource Issues

This 3 page paper compares and contrasts the Japanese management and western management approaches looking at similarities and differences. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

A 5 page paper that discusses the importance of appraisals, what performance management is and its components, the goal of performance management, and two examples of performance appraisal models. The writer also comments on behaviors supervisors need to exhibit during the appraisal process. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 3 page paper considers the way in which a manager may achieve a good balance between control and a positive environment in the workplace. The paper suggests a combination of a democratic leadership style and the use of the human relationship school of thought. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 4 page paper examines a national layoff report and focuses on the health care industry. How might an HR professional in NC use the information? Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 12 page paper that identifies and discusses the roles and functions of managers. The writer also discusses organizational structure, or design, project management and the importance of hiring the right people. Bibliography lists 21 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at boundary management in organizations. The paper outlines what is meant by boundary management and why it is important. The concept is then considered in the context of teams and leadership, looking at different behaviour roles that may be observed to overcome boundaries and barriers to communication. The bibliography cites ...

An 8 page paper. Much is written about Wal-Mart and its success and about its founder but little is written about the actual management of employees. Actual management practices must be concluded from other evidence. This essay discusses practices at the executive level, general human resource practices, lawsuits against the company, recent wage caps ...

A 6 page paper. Is there a glass ceiling for women? This is discussed with data provided about both the gender pay gap and the lack of women in top positions. Suggestions for breaking the ceiling are provided as well as what many women are doing to avoid it. The essay also discusses the ...

A 5 page research paper that explores two major questions pertaining to leadership and management. The first questions is “What are the differences between leadership and management?” The second is “What are indicators (and measures) of leadership effectiveness?” Both questions are explored. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 11 page paper examines Human Resource Management. The paper compares and contrasts human resource management in the military and in the civilian world. While some similarities are noted, it is concluded that that things are remarkably different between the two. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper. Three organizations are discussed: the Department of Defense, a mortgage company in the UK and Boeing. The writer reports how they implemented TQM and the outcomes, when available. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper considers why team management has been gaining increased attention and the benefits that companies can obtain if they have efficient teams. Benefits discussed include lower costs, faster decision making time, maximization of human capital and higher motivation levels. The decision includes tools and approaches used to manage teams to create value. ...

A 6 page paper that reports and discusses the principles of management and the roles of managers. The writer comments the need to consider the driving forces in the environment, the greatest being globalism. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 12 page paper that begins with comments about how human resource management itself has changed over the decades and then reports some of the emerging trends in HRM. Examples of what some companies are doing and the outcomes are reported followed by descriptions of three old human behavior/motivation theories that are the basis ...

This 10 page paper discusses specific issues related to management and human resource management. The paper begins with an explanation of the five functions of management. The need for and benefits of diversity planning is discussed, including the steps needed to develop this plan. Gain-sharing is discussed next with a distinction made between gain-sharing ...

This 8 page paper discusses the signs and symptoms of burnout, the stages of burnout, and what employers can do to help employees avoid or overcome burnout. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing learning theory and adult education in terms of developing a training program for supply chain management. The paper includes Erikson's developmental stages and approaches to training. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper examines various issues such as technology, globalization and e-businesses as well as the ever-present issues of diversity and ethics. Transitions in HR over time are duly noted. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 7 page paper discusses the argument that “team management and leadership are about embracing the collective performance, collective skills and knowledge and collective decision making of all members of an organisation. The difficulties in this agenda will not be with current staff, it will be with the current management”. The bibliography cites 10 sources. ...

This 10 page paper looks at the way in which human resources Department can help with the recruitment of staff by developing a recruitment plan and accompanying aids. The paper looks at the way the job analysis may be undertaken in order to identify the skills and characteristics required in an ideal candidate. The recruitment ...

This 10 page paper considers what is meant by the term strategic human resource management (HRM). The paper discusses the importance of HRM, considers the different approaches to HRM and the way they may be used, the benefits of the different approaches and the ways in which they can be strategically applied. The discussion ...

This 3-page paper focuses on ethical considerations and the human condition when it comes to change management. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 6 page paper considers the importance of recruitment and performance management policies for a public sector organization. The paper explains why a clear communication of any policies and strategies is important and then looks at the theories which may be used to develop relevant strategies and policies. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 14 page paper looks at the concepts of traditional personnel management and human resource management. The paper considers the differences between the two models and discusses the way this may impact on firms, the way they manage their employees and the potential influence on outputs. The theoretical discussion uses real examples to illustrate points ...

This 11 page paper discusses the importance of culture in Human Resource management practice and its impact in various areas. Bibliography lists 6 sources.