P/HR/176. Dissertation. Implications of workplace romances for organisation management

The dissertation aims to investigate the causes and outcomes of workplace romances regarding them as natural occurrences with possible embarrassing complications, and discussing their challenges for the management. The issues of personal ethics, privacy rights, favouritism towards the partner, sexual harassment, discrimination, etc. are reviewed. The policies of Marriott regarding workplace romances between subordinates and supervisors, and between peers are outlined. The nature of ‘love contracts and ‘consensual relationship agreements is discussed focusing on their legal implications in the UK and the USA. Conclusions are made on the basis of literature review and case studies, about the policies and procedures in regards to workplace romances.