Mr. C., a 32-year-old single man, is seeking information at the outpatient center regarding possible bariatric surgery for his obesity. He reports that he has always been heavy, even as a small child, but he has gained about 100 pounds in the last 2–3 years. Previous medical evaluations have not indicated any metabolic diseases, but […]

Discuss the relationships among KSAs (knowledge, skills, and abilities), job analysis, organizational strategy, and HR activities. What are the KSAs needed by the firm to achieve the strategy and what KSAs are currently resident? How does the firm grow its KSAs you selected in Week One to meet the strategic challenge? Support your post with […]

Evaluate the following methods for establishing base pay in international assignments:  home country-based pay, headquarters-based pay, and host country-based pay. Include within your discussion the strengths and weaknesses of each method and factors that should be considered when determining the appropriate international pay strategy. How should organizations balance host-country income tax differentials?  How do compensation […]

Contingent workers are assuming a greater role in today’s organization. With that as a background, discuss compensation and benefit issues associated with the following workers: part-time, temporary, independent workers, and flexible/telecommuting. What impact may these changes have on an organization’s compensation plan? Respond to at least two of your fellow students’ postings.

Contrast the principle difference between executive pay and non-executive pay, including a discussion on controversies associated with the growing disparity between executive and non-executive compensation packages. Respond to at least two of your fellow students’ postings.

Discuss the following scenario: Staff members from the marketing department of your firm are doing a splendid job selling products to customers. Many of the customers are so pleased that they are also buying shares in the company’s stock, which means that they receive a copy of the firm’s annual report. Unfortunately, questions sometimes arise […]

Recruiting and Staff Plan Assess the opening case study from Chapter 6: “Amazon is Hiring…Big Time!” In a three- to five-page paper (not including the title and references pages), create a recruiting and staffing strategy for Amazon, and select one position from the given list to write a recruiting and staffing plan; consider how many […]

Some organizations set up a selection process that is long and complex. In some people’s opinion, this kind of selection process is not only more valid but also has symbolic value. In your post, address the following questions: What can the use of a long complex selection process      symbolize to job seekers? How do you […]

List at least three jobs and research the organizations’ recruiting practices. The jobs could be positions you have held or of those you want to hold. In your post, address the following questions: How were you recruited for each position (or how is the      typical employee recruited)? From the organization’s perspective, what are the pros […]

Analyze OCBC Bank after reading this article (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. In a three- to five-page paper (not including the title and references pages), address the following: a. Describe OCBC’s unique approach to talent management and development. b. Compare OCBC’s approach to talent management and development to other organizations you are […]