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HR Strategy & Practice
C/HR/1225. Human resource management practices in the UK, US, Germany, and Japan
- WORDS:
- 2850
- DATE:
- 2012
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
This paper looks at different human resource management (HRM) practices in relation to the UK, US, Germany, and Japan. Management practices in each country is examined, and the paper then discusses pay and performance, employee relations, training, development, and organisational learning. The paper then carries out a comparative analysis between the US and Japan, and the UK and Germany.
KEYWORDS: human resource management, HRM, US, Germany, Japan, UK, employee relations, training, development, organisational learning, pay and performance!,
C/HR/1206. HRM practices in SME employing professional knowledge workers
- WORDS:
- 4000
- DATE:
- 2012
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- 49.99 GBP
The paper looks at the challenges of human resource management (HRM) faced by small and medium size enterprises (SME) that employ highly skilled and knowledge intensive workforce. The difference between HRM and personnel management is explained, specific features of HRM in SME are outlined, HRM practices with regard to professional knowledge workers are examined highlighting their role in the development of organisational knowledge.
KEYWORDS: HRM, SME, professional knowledge workers,
C/HR/1198. HRM theory and practices in Lloyds TSB and TGI Fridays
- WORDS:
- 3200
- DATE:
- 2012
- PRICE:
- 39.99 GBP
The paper examines the difference between personnel management and human resource management (HRM) reviewing the history of HRM development, and explaining the procedures of HR planning, recruitment, selection and reward. HRM practices at Lloyds TSB and TGI Fridays are described focusing on employee recruitment, selection and exit procedures.
KEYWORDS: HRM theory, Lloyds TSB, TGI Fridays, recruitment and selection,
C/M/2430. An examination of HR functions in organisational change in the tourism industry
- WORDS:
- 2550
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
This paper examines the HR function in regards to organisational change in the tourism, hospitality and leisure industry. The paper begins by providing background information on the chosen industry and on the foundations of HR. The paper examines the resurrection of the trade unions, and follows with an examination of strategic human resource management (SHRM). The way in which SHRM is the driver of change within an organisation is examined, and the paper discusses the process of organisational change. The literature surrounding the subject is assessed, and the paper evaluates the way in which HR functions can build the capability of change.
KEYWORDS: HR function, organisational change, tourism industry, hospitality industry, leisure industry, human resources, Strategic human resource management, SHRM!,
C/HR/1181. An examination of Japanese HRM policies
- WORDS:
- 2150
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
This paper examines Japanese HRM polices, and aims to discuss the impact the policies have on organisational competitiveness. The philosophy of management towards HRM is analysed, and the paper discusses HRM and the ways in which it has evolved. The specific characteristics of Japanese HRM policies are examined and compared of other developed economies.
KEYWORDS: Japanese HRM, HRM policies, organisational competitiveness!,
C/HR/1179. Critical analysis of ABC Foods
- WORDS:
- 3550
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 39.99 GBP
This paper examines the food manufacturers ABC foods, and begins by presenting background information on the organisation. The objectives are to review the ways in which human resource management is being conducted across the entire business, by line managers as well as by the HR specialists, to identify aspects of best practice that are currently being employed by leading-edge HR practitioners in other organisations and which would be relevant to your situation, and to draft proposals for a programme of strategic initiatives to enhance human resource management throughout the business. Topics like high employee turnover, performance management, and employee empowerment are discussed before the objectives are carried out.
KEYWORDS: ABC foods, human resource management, line managers, employee empowerment,
C/HR/1175. HRM strategies in Wal-Mart
- WORDS:
- 1400
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
The paper examines HRM strategies used by Wal-Mart describing the company’s background, current business strategy, HR strategy, and the approaches used to improve their HR practices.
KEYWORDS: HRM strategies, Wal-Mart,
C/HR/1174. HRM in theory and in practice: case studies of Dell and HP
- WORDS:
- 2800
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
The paper looks at the practices of human resource management (HRM) in Dell Inc and Hewlett Packard (HP) highlighting the key concepts and theoretical underpinnings of HR training and development (T&D), employee motivation, performance management, and recruitment and selection (R&S). Respective HR practices used in Dell and HP are described and evaluated.
KEYWORDS: HRM, human resource management, Dell, Hewlett Packard, HP, training and development, motivation, performance management, recruitment and selection,
C/HR/1167. Presentation. Short-Term, Commuter and Frequent Flyer Assignments Vs. International Relocation
- WORDS:
- 0
- ADD-ONS:
- 13 slides
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
This is a presentation of the report on the approaches of human resource management (HRM) to employees involved in various types of assignment, i.e. International relocation (long-term), short-term, International commuter and Frequent Flyer assignments. HRM deployment approaches for each assignment are characterised highlighting their advantages and disadvantages, related HR issues and practices are pointed out.
KEYWORDS: Presentation, International Relocation, Short-Term assignment, International Commuter, Frequent Flyer, HRM,
C/HR/1165. Staff's attitudes towards human resource management at O2
- WORDS:
- 2600
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the performance of front line employees at the UK mobile service provider O2. Primary research is conducted using interviews. Conclusions are made on the basis of the research findings about the areas of human resource management (HRM) at O2 that need improvement including employee training, motivation, etc.
KEYWORDS: human resource management, HRM, O2, interviews,
C/HR/1158. Contributions of HRM to Humphrey Group CSR
- WORDS:
- 1400
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
The paper examines the contribution of the human resources (HR) department to the policy of corporate social responsibility (CSR) pursued by Humphrey Group. The practices of HRM are detailed and evaluated with regard to the development, implementation and promotion of organisation’s CSR values and goals.
KEYWORDS: Contributions of HRM, Humphrey Group, CSR, corporate social responsibility,
C/HR/1146. Human resource management at Apple Inc
- WORDS:
- 2150
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
This paper discusses human resource management (HRM) at Apple, and begins by providing an overview of HRM. The HR strategy at Apple is discussed, as is the people performance framework there. Ability, motivation and opportunity (AMO) is examined, along with the managerial style there. Different intermediary measures of performance in the people performance framework are also discussed. The second section focuses on Steve Jobs, founder of Apple Inc. The success of Apple is detailed, along with the role Jobs played. His key leadership traits are outlined, and the paper then evaluates the trait theory of leadership. This paper does not contain a reference list.
KEYWORDS: Human resource management, HRM, Apple Inc, HR Strategy, people performance framework, Ability, motivation and opportunity, AMO, managerial style, Steve Jobs, leadership, trait theory,
S/HR/332. The Olympic Delivery Authority and human resource management
- WORDS:
- 3950
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 39.99 GBP
This paper discusses the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) in relation to human resource management. The paper begins by detailing the differences between the traditional and contemporary view of human resource management. The role of the HR director at ODA is detailed, and the paper then analyses the recruitment and selection strategies that ODA have and compares it to that of the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games (LOCOG). The paper evaluates the use of the interview technique in detail. Ways in which employees at ODA are monitored and rewarded is discussed, and the impact that this has on employee performance is evaluated. The motivational theory and reward systems are assessed, and the paper also examines employee redundancy.
KEYWORDS: Olympic Delivery Authority, ODA, human resource management, London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games, LOCOG, interview technique, employee performance, motivational theory, reward systems, redundancy,
C/B/4173. Unilever's policy of Corporate Social Responsibility and HRM
- WORDS:
- 2600
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the issues of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) associated with Unilever’s policy of introducing automation in their Saudi Arabia plant. The background of the company is described, theoretical underpinnings of CSR are reviewed, Unilever’s CSR and HRM policies are evaluated discussing the link between employees, stakeholders, psychological contract and CSR.
KEYWORDS: Unilever, Corporate Social Responsibility, CSR, HRM, psychological contract,
C/HR/1127. An analysis of HRM policies within multi-national organizations
- WORDS:
- 2450
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
This paper examines the convergence of HRM policies and procedures within multi-national organizations. The paper aims to discuss whether this convergence is due to globalization, and conducts thorough research. The paper examines a range of theories and literature in order to come to a final conclusion.
KEYWORDS: HRM policies, HRM, multi-national organizations, convergence, globalization,
C/HR/1125. An examination of strategic human resource management at JD Wetherspoons
- WORDS:
- 4300
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 49.99 GBP
This paper examines strategic human resource management (SHRM) at JD Wetherspoons. The paper begins by presenting the background to JD Wetherspoons, human resource management, and the current HR practices at Wetherspoons. The paper assesses strategy formulation, implementation and evaluation. These concepts are then examined in reference to Wetherspoons, and the HR issues found are identified. The recommendations for the solution to these problems are discussed.
KEYWORDS: strategic human resource management, SHRM, JD Wetherspoons, human resource management, HR practices!,
C/HR/1123. Literature review. An examination of the development of e-HRM
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- 2450
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
This literature review examines the concept of e-HRM, and aims to discuss its development. The paper begins by outlining existing HRM models, and assesses how e-HRM has grown from these models. The evolution of IT and technology is assessed in relation to e-HRM, and the paper also analyses the effects of the implementation of the concept. A wide variety of literature and theoretical view points are evaluated, and the paper also discusses the issues that future research should focus on. The importance of e-HRM in relation to organisational change and behaviour is examined, and the paper also assesses the expansion of organisations on a global level.
KEYWORDS: Literature review, e-HRM, HRM, IT, technology, organisational change, organisational behaviour, web based HRM,
S/HR/324. HRM strategies in Ayala Corporation
- WORDS:
- 4570
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 49.99 GBP
The paper examines the strategy of human resource management (HRM) used in the Filipino company Ayala Corporation. The history of the company’s foundation is reviewed, their organisational profile and objectives are presented, HRM strategies are analyzed with reference to various HRM models. The company’s HR practices of planning, recruitment and selection, training and development, compensation, etc. are discussed identifying the ways to improve HR performance levels. Recommendations are suggested about possible approaches to the maximization of HRM effectiveness.
KEYWORDS: HRM strategies, Ayala Corporation,
C/M/2263. Organizational behaviour of Virgin Group
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- 2750
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
The paper looks at the organizational behaviour of Virgin Group analysing their structure, the leadership of Richard Branson, HR approaches to employee motivation, team work dynamics, organisational culture, etc.
KEYWORDS: Organizational behaviour, Virgin Group, Richard Branson,
C/HR/1091. Dissertation. Implementation of redundancy programme and its impact on employees
- WORDS:
- 9600
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 99.99 GBP
The dissertation addresses the issues associated with redundancy programs examining their planning, implementation and effects on employees. Literature is reviewed on the challenges of redundancy planning and implementation, support needed by employees to boost their morale, effects of redundancy on survivors, etc. The methodology of the research includes primary data collected from interviews with employees of different demographic groups. Conclusions are made about the effectiveness of practices aimed at dealing with redundancy and ‘survivor syndrome’. Recommendations are suggested about factors that need to be taken into account while implementing redundancy.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, redundancy, employees, survivor syndrome,
C/HR/1077. HR Approaches to Managing Change. Case Study of Liveco
- WORDS:
- 3050
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 39.99 GBP
This paper focuses on finding a suitable HR strategy for Liveco in order to facilitate the recent organisational changes. The study begins by providing background information on the subject, and aims to find out the relevant HR models for change (both diagnostic and change), to determine the most efficient HR measures and practices for Liveco, and to develop practical and academic recommendations for HR departments. The review of literature is then provided and discusses topics relating to HR Approaches, HR Functions, and the role of professionals in the change process. The methodology for the study is presented which is followed by an analysis of the findings, recommendations and conclusions.
KEYWORDS: HR Strategy, Liveco, organisational changes, HR models!,
C/HR/1073. HRM practices in Apple Premium Resellers
- WORDS:
- 1900
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
The paper looks into the functions of human resources management (HRM) at Apple Premium Resellers (APR) UK examining their responsibilities, benefits and requirements, and discussing the costs of the compensation packages and recruitment funding. Tuckman’s theory is reviewed outlining the stages of group development and performance, and assessing the validity of the theory with regard to HRM. The paper has no references.
KEYWORDS: Apple Premium Resellers, APS, HM, human resource, group work,
C/HR/1070. Management Style, Motivation and Recruitment in Google Organisation
- WORDS:
- 1550
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
The paper examines the organisational culture and management style of Google reviewing the history of the company and analyzing the effects of the democratic management style on employee motivation within the company. Google’s approaches to recruitment and selection (R&S) are examined discussing their use of alternative R&S techniques.
KEYWORDS: Management style, motivation, recruitment and selection, Google,
C/HR/1063. Review of “Distributing HRM responsibilities: a classification of organisations” by Valverde and Ryan, and discussion of HR practices devolution
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- 2550
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
The paper addresses the devolution of human resource activities and involvement of line managers in HRM. The first part offers a review of the article: “Distributing HRM responsibilities: a classification of organisations” by Mireia Valverde and Gerard Ryan, the second part discusses the distribution of human resource activities between HRM, line managers and top management.
KEYWORDS: Review, Distributing HRM responsibilities, Valverde and Ryan, HR practices devolution, line managers, top management,
C/HR/1060. Review. People Management Fiasco in Honda Motorcycles and Scooter India Ltd, Asia Case Research Centre: University of Hong Kong
- WORDS:
- 1400
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
This paper reviews the (2006) article “People Management Fiasco in Honda Motorcycles and Scooter India Ltd, Asia Case Research Centre: University of Hong Kong” by D. S. Sani. The main points of the article are analysed, namely the importance of understanding employees and their needs. The paper presents information on the article, and follows this with an analysis of the actual Honda case study.
KEYWORDS: Review, article, People Management Fiasco in Honda Motorcycles and Scooter India Ltd, Asia Case Research Centre: University of Hong Kong, employee, Honda,
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