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E/HR/80. Application of Theory X and Theory Y to General Electric HRM strategies

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1500
DATE:
2006
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19.99 GBP

The paper examines the factors that led to General Electric's (GE) losses at Appliance Park analyzing their strategy in human relation management from the perspective of Theory X and Theory Y. Success factors of the GE new operation are identified discussing the changes that may further benefit the company. The paper answers the following questions. Would you say that GE was using a Theory X or Theory Y approach at Appliance Park? What is the basis of this assessment? How might a proponent of scientific management attempt to increase efficiency at Appliance Park? What would be the strengths and weaknesses of this approach?

 

KEYWORDS: General Electric, GE, Theory X, theory Y, human relations,

 
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