Essays and Research Papers on Human Resource Issues

This 10 page paper explains the three major industrial relations theories. it then discusses industrial relations under the Hawke, Keating, Howard and Rudd governments, mentioning some of the major policies, such as the Workplace Relations Act and the Forward with Fairness Act. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 12 page paper. Diversity is a fact of life in today's world. This essay provides data regarding ethnic minorities in the UK and discusses the drivers for workplace diversity, such as legal and social. The Race Relations Act 1976, amended in 2000 and again in 2003 is discusses as is the European Union Race ...

A 12 page paper discussing factors to consider in assembling an employee handbook. Well done, an employee handbook can serve the purposes of (1) listing for the employee exactly what is expected of him while in the employ of the organization; (2) satisfying legal requirements of making written statements of general policy and adherence ...

This 4-page paper examines differences in treatment of temporary/ contingent workers and a permanent workforce. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 13 page research paper on how the unique position held by National Guardsmen in the Federal personnel system,-- maintaining a dual status as civilians and soldiers while serving in a mixed state/federal organization-- cannot stop them from receiving any benefits, salary, or other compensation in the workplace. A primary focus of this paper is ...

A 4 page paper discussing an uncomfortable employment situation. A director has voiced this complaint apparently only on hearsay, naming the employee that supposedly is acting so unprofessionally without giving any indication that the director has directly spoken to the employee about the matter. Though the director has not acted well herself, she ...

A 7 page paper reviewing the legal climate surrounding terminations. The paper also objectively examines both the employee and employer viewpoints toward this emotionally charged topic. Eight references are listed in bibliography and consist predominantly of articles from professional business journals. Also good for those studying Business Law.

This 18 page paper looks at the role and development of human resource evaluations in the United States and the United Kingdom The advantages and problems which may be encountered by using evaluation methods are considered with an in-dept view of metrics and psychometric testing. Advantages such as valued adding and disadvantages such as erroneous ...

This 8-page paper covers a case study of FastServe and a layoff of three employees. The paper discusses the legal and ethical ramifications of each firing, and how they could have been handled differently. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page review of mankind's use of coal. The author traces this use from ancient times to the present, noting that it has been accompanied by both positive and negative impacts. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

8 pages in length. The business environment has long been in dire need of a bold and comprehensive approach that simultaneously addresses issues of internal and external concern; to tackle problems by solving just one aspect or the other leaves the situation only partially resolved and the organization no better for the unfinished effort. ...

This 17 page paper looks at the history of the UAW as well as its role in today's society. Recent events in Lansing, Michigan are noted as examples of how the union is making strides. A history of unionization and its importance today is included in the discussion. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing performance appraisal as an integral part of human history. There are examples of social and personal approval from every period of recorded history, emanating from many diverse cultures. The pattern can be seen even in the animal world, giving credence to the position that conducting and acting on ...

A 7 page overview of the progress which has been made in the American workplace since the early years of our history. These changes can be attributed in part to the fact that workers of all races and socioeconomic classifications believed in their entitlement to certain rights. Despite the fact that in the earlier ...

6 pages in length. The writer discusses how poor communication between supervisor and staff may have contributed to the recent wave of startup company failure. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

8 pages in length. This paper discusses the important link between rapid technological change and the emergence of the global economy. This has created the necessity for unprecedented change in the way people and organizations work. Workplace learning is now suddenly more important to the competitive advantage of not only individuals but their employers; moreso than at ...

An 11 page research paper investigating Southwest Airlines Company, including a history of the company, philosophy of management, financial reports, employee-management relations, and forecasting the company's future. Particular attention is paid to the factors that make Southwest so successful. One table is presented. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

10 pages on OSHA's (Occupational Health & Safety Association) "voluntary protection plans"-- designed to maintain a safer workplace environment and to limit the number of inspection visits that OSHA reps have to make. Report contains an insightful look at OSHA's history, overhaul problem, political reform, and the rationale behind creating voluntary protection programs. Specific laws, ...

A 10 page paper that provides an overview of the history of labor unions and then considers their roles in the current system. This writer demonstrates that they are no longer necessary constructs of business for a number of reasons. Bibliography included.

An 11 page discussion of discrepancies in the workplace. Outlines a history of pay discrepancies in the latter half of the twentieth century and lists the factors which influence those discrepancies including an employee's sex, education, age, and relative experience as well as technological changes in the workplace. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 15 page paper that discusses gender stereotypes in the workplace and examines how these stereotypes affect female workers. Included is a brief summary of the history of females in the workplace as well as a short discussion on the origins of gender stereotypes. Bibliography lists 20 sources.

A 10 page research paper that looks at the importance of including training professionals in the design process of internal systems applications. The writer discusses the subject in terms of how costly not training employees effectively is to organizations and the methods that can be used by trainers in mitigating internal product outcomes. Bibliography lists ...

A 6 page review of an article published in the May, 1996, issue of HR Magazine. The article discusses some inept HR moves without actually labeling them as inept, and relays some positive stories of how some companies have dealt well with the need to downsize. The author (R.J. Grossman) also provides a listing of ...

A 7 page paper discussing the advantages and disadvantages of part time employment. There are many reasons an individual may choose to work part time, and there are equally as many reasons employers should encourage reduced schedules spread over greater numbers of people. It appears that part time work has become a fact of corporate life. ...

This 4-page paper presents three essays about reinforcements, evolution of job design, and social information approach and job characteristic approaches of job design. Bibliography lists 2 sources.