Introduction The process of managing people within organisations is a key part of present-day human resource functions. Recognising the value of people has prompted companies to invest in human capital management as a mechanism for building their competitive advantages. Considering the role of people in influencing business success, the concept...
Employee engagement is a crucial concept in human resources management, as it contributes to organizational performance, employee motivation, and customer service. A thorough understanding of employee engagement could thus assist managers in ensuring the success of their company. The present report will seek to investigate the concept of employee engagement...
Introduction H&M is one of the leading manufacturers of men and women clothes in the world. With a population of about 116,000 employees working across 53 countries, the human resource management unit has an important role in ensuring that all employees have the right training that is required in their...
Introduction Global strategic development of any commercial joint must recognize the significance of human resource personnel (Purushothama, 2012). Staff training and development are an effective tool for inspiring commercial growth. A concise development strategy must not be based on expansion only but must be focused on the need to endow...
Abstract The hospitality industry is a highly profitable area that lends over 550 billion dollars in revenue in the US alone. At the same time, it has one of the highest employee turnover rates, with less than 30% retention rate. Reducing turnover will lend greater returns of investment and facilitate...
Group Dynamics Human beings form groups to achieve outlined goals much faster or solve existing problems. When two or more people come together, various psychological processes or behaviours will emerge. Researchers, sociologists and psychologists consider these attributes when focusing on group dynamics. My seminar group exhibited a number of dynamics...
Introduction In all organizational operations, processes, and structures, leadership and teamwork are necessary for enhanced success. Leadership and teamwork are vital to organizations, especially in the current times marked by increased uncertainty, modification, and transformation in the business environment. Leadership, the mobilization of individuals towards the achievement of set organizational...
Human Resource management High- Performance Work System Practices should have main aspects to attain, in this context explain such aspects with short examples High-performance work system practices refer to the activities or actions that organizations will adopt to attain outstanding levels of performance. This is usually in the context of...
Identifying Physical, Human, and Financial Resources This study uses Wal-Mart’s human resource department, which is responsible for the management of all human resources within the organization. The department has formulated its strategic objective, which is to manage Wal-Mart’s human resources effectively and in a sustainable manner that guarantees optimal support...
An investigation into a relationship between job satisfaction and employee performance in the organizations in the United Arab Emirates. Introduction Today, more and more researchers show interest in understanding the main factors that define the financial performance and success of the organization. The hypothesis that there is a vehement connection...
Executive summary The workplace environment is faced with the challenge of ensuring high productivity and performance levels in the employees amidst the growing cases of depression and anxiety. Managers are, therefore, left to handle this challenge of addressing anxiety and depression in the workplace. Adrien (2006) describes depression as a...
Introduction People differ in many ways both visible and invisible. The differences are mainly in the age, marital status, sexual orientation, culture, personality, disability and religion. These factors present diversity in the human resource management. Thus, it is the requirement for human resource managers to acknowledge the reality about the...
Executive Summary Promoting change and the improvement of quality standards is essential for a company aiming to become a global leader. The given objective, however, often requires the reconsideration of the leadership strategy adopted by the company managers and its further adjustment to the requirements of the global market. However,...
Abstract Strategic human resource management (SHRM) is regarded as a management strategy employed to manage the employees in order to achieve a strong competitive advantage. Basically, SHRM entails the management of the employees’ contributions to the firm so as to achieve the desired goal. Talent management is an essential aspect...
Introduction Evidently, the majority of the companies have embraced new aspects of Human Resource strategies, such as the Management Information System, to have a better style of conducting business. The competition calls for total integration of technological change in the human resource departments to reshape the pattern of conducting business...
Abstract Choosing an appropriate person for primary scanning was a challenging process. Thus, it is essential to establish reliable procedures and techniques for reducing and eliminating the high costs associated with re-training and re-hiring. The study aims to find a correlation between candidate effective initial scanning (CEIS) and actual processes...
This paper will help you to identify the actions Apple employee training and development includes. In relation to the Apple Incorporation, there is a very strong talent management strategy to provide employeesâ growth and motivation to perform optimally. Executive Summary Apple is one of the leading American electronic manufactures that...
Introduction Employees are a huge element of success within every organization. They form the basis upon which an entity sets its goals and an implementation strategy towards achieving them (Bruce, 2012). Organizational leaders often use the employees at their disposal to get things done. In order to achieve this feat,...
Definition of terms Workgroups: A collaboration of workers established by high-ranking decision-makers in an organization for purposes of improving coordination in different departments of an organization. Members of a workgroup work together for purposes of formulating strategies, developing action plans, and clarifying issues. They also share a commitment that is...
Primary findings for each case The organization is poised to remain profitable throughout the current period of operation up to the year 2017, with a marginal increase in profitability in successive years. The rise in profitability will be due to projected increases in the number of clinical patients attended and...
Introduction HRM officials have turned to intervention measures that ensure employee engagement such as empowerment, teamwork and working relationship, effective management, performance management, training and development, provision of good working conditions, and good work-life balance. To ensure employee commitment, HRM measures such as the development of organisational values, involvement of...
Introduction The modern business environment is characterized by increasing competitiveness, growing global markets, and constant demand for lowering costs and enhanced productivity. Therefore, the investments to training are aimed to increase employee performance, job satisfaction, and company revenue. Employee training is one of the key components that might influence the...
Introduction An employee reward system consists of a firm’s integrated approaches, procedures, and practices for rewarding its workers by their performance, qualification, proficiency, and their market value (Gratton 1999, 71). An employee reward system is developed within the framework of the organization’s reward philosophy, strategies, and policies and contains arrangement...
Concepts Definition Power and Behavior-Inappropriate behavior There are misconceptions about the association between power and inappropriate behavior. In most cases, inappropriate behavior is considered an element of power even though this is not the case. Often, personsâ action-oriented skills enable them to act based on their volition, even though the...
Understand how the strategic management of human resources contributes to the achievement of organizational objectives Explain the importance of strategic human resource management in organizations In a fast-changing world that is characterized by a highly competitive business environment, firms must operate efficiently by applying the best strategies that will ensure...
Abstract This paper aims at discussing major challenges to conflict management in the work place. Throughout, the paper will discuss the topic of conflict management in the work environment as we seek a solution to the problem presented. Because conflicts are common in the work place, this paper will recommend...
Introduction Leadership is the process of influencing other people in a certain organisational setting to achieve certain set goals. According to Ram and Prabhakar (2010), leadership is an aspect that largely influences the performance of an organisation and the attitude of employees and managers. A leader is someone who pushes...
Introduction The amount of the anticipated pay is crucial while making a decision to join an organisation. It determines customersâ buying power. It is also equally important to employers. When running a business, salary comes in as a cost of encouraging human resources to execute their designated tasks. In every...
Introduction Job satisfaction has become a major issue among employees as workers struggle to find working environment where they can feel comfortable. According to Allen and Wilburn (2002), most of the employers in both public and private sectors have ignored the need to ensure that employees are satisfied with their...
Summary of the key issues The research article written by Kevin Baird and Haiyin Wang (2010) has been aimed at determining the extent to which employee empowerment is promoted In Australian companies, in particular in manufacturing business units. The researchers examine the influence of various organizational and cultural factors on...
Abstract Organizations look for strategies for increasing employee retention. The current paper is part of a research project on the effects of work-life balance (WLB) on employees’ turnover. It presents a literature review of the impacts of work-life balance on the retention of employees. It identifies job satisfaction as an...
Briefly describe the major features you would expect to find in an HR function, which has adopted the ‘Ulrich Model’ as the basis for its structure Explain the thinking behind this approach to the organization of an HR function. In what types of organization do you think it works best...
Abstract A systematic employee-performance appraisal system needs to be in place for the successful achievement of stakeholdersâ goals and approaches in the hospitality industry. This study will have a spotlight on the highly spirited high-quality hotel market category. International hotel chains such as Four Seasons, Hilton Hotels, and Marriott have...
Introduction Effective team and performance management is a pivotal instrument that impacts positively on project accomplishment, as well as a teamâs productivity (Aguhar, 2003). Participation in a project as a team is not always very easy whenever effective strategies are not implemented. At the same time, the team’s success is...
Background of the James River Air Conditioning Company For the purpose of this task, I chose the human resource department at the James River Air Conditioning Company. The company specializes in commercial and home comfort air conditioning systems in addition to building automation systems. The company stands upon the philosophy...
Revised HR Guide for Line Managers Organizations capable of setting clear processes and cultural values have higher chances of outperforming their immediate competitors. Organizational leaders should embrace new practices depending on the changes experienced in their respective business environments (Ponnu and Hassan 3). This guide outlines the major stages of...
Introduction Payroll costs refer to the costs that an employer incurs for services provided to an employee (Bratton 2007). This includes the amount paid to an employee as salary and benefits and the amount deducted by an employer and paid as tax to the relevant authorities (Brown 2001). If the...
Executive Summary This paper will discuss human resources strategies that will be adopted by a joint venture between Emirates Airlines and British Airlines. Primarily, the operations of the joint venture will be based in the UK. Generally, human resource is an important asset that drives an organisation forward. Therefore, proper...
Strategic Human Resource Management Strategic human resource management (SHRM) is a tactical method for the management of an organization’s human resource function in line with organizational goals and objectives. SHRM enhances these functions by linking the traditional human resource practices to business strategy and the realization of organizational goals to...
Introduction of a New Performance Management System Purposes of performance management Performance management is a continuous process established by organisations to help them in achieving their objectives. Its achievement is through maximisation of individual employee, a team or the entire organisation. Purpose of performance management and their relation to business...
Introduction Since work is accounted for taking up a major part of a personâs life, it is important to understand the norms and regulations regarding the rights of employees. They are determined mostly by employment status and to some extent, by the type of work. People make a career to...
Abstract This study recognizes that training and skills development are the main forces that drive the social and economic development of any nation. Moreover, it is apparent from the bitter experiences of the global financial crisis of 2008 that countries having higher levels of skills development opportunities are more effective...
âAbstract The purpose of this project is to examine the application of the performance appraisal program as a tool for promoting employee and organizational development. The study is based on a case study of FERMA to gain a realistic understanding of the application of the performance appraisal program. The choice...
Introduction Background of the Study SEHA, which is health in Arabic, is one, of the organisations today that wants to improve the performance of their employees to increase productivity, service delivery, competitiveness, and to achieve the performance goals and objectives that have been set through the training and development functions...
Executive Summary This report evaluates the relationship between employee turnover and the long term survival of organisations. The report recognises the various forms of employee turnover which include voluntary and involuntary turnover. However, the report mainly focuses on the dysfunction component of employee turnover. The various categories of factors that...
About FERMA An efficient transport sector is critical in a country’s socio-economic development. As one of the government agencies in the Nigerian transport sector, the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency [FERMA] is charged with the responsibility of maintaining over 32,000 kilometers of the federal roads. The agency was instituted to minimize...
Introduction Background of the research Human resource forms a very important part of any workforce. According to (Abdullah, Rose & Kumar, 2007), employees are the most important assert that any organization can ever have. Success of an organization always depends on the quality of the workforce. This research was focused...
Introduction Talent Management has become a dominant theme driving strategic HRM over the recent past. According to a study conducted by Sandler (2006, p. 13), over three-quarters of the respondents identified talent management as a top subject in HRM today. Organizations are increasingly becoming aware of the fact that they...
Introduction The scope of the research In this research project, the proposal will dwell on the strategies that Sleepy Hollow uses in its bid to ensure optimal employee performance. In the beginning, the paper will provide an intrinsic proposal, after which it presents the research problem. After this, the research...
Executive Summary Strategic training and development is an important construct in the human resource part of business management. The current study examined this element with reference to Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation. The study sought to outline the benefits of strategic training and development in comparison to operational model. The study...
Executive Summary The following dissertation is related to the study of evaluating the role of leadership and employee empowerment to achieve Total Quality Management and the company chosen to be the case study is General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. TQM is basically the...
Introduction Organizations that need to stand firm in this competitive market have come up with training programs as a strategy of ensuring that their employees are well equipped with every bit of information that they need to perform well in their workplace. The strategy has proved to be effective, with...
Abstract Provision of to date and a comfortable work environment is one of the determinants of employee motivation and performance in the present-day business context. Organizations strive to improve the physical work environments to enhance employee satisfaction leading to enhanced overall organizational performance. Failure to provide a conducive work environment...
Abstract In an environment of fierce competition, a shrinking number of customers, declining revenue, and the adverse effects of the global economic recession, the HR department play the significant role of defining the policies to adopt and the strategic direction to follow. Policy changes were the best practises of optimising...
Introduction: The United Kingdom, Post-Brexit: Challenges and Opportunities Context of the Assessment: What Brexit Means for the United Kingdom On 23 June 2016, Great Britain made the decision that was unanimously considered controversial all over the world. Termed as Brexit (a portmanteau word made of âBritainâ and âexitâ), the said...
Abstract The main aim of this research study is to analyse the effect of the motivation of the workforce and its impact on the performance of the employees. In this research study, a number of hotels in Hong Kong have been used as a case study to underline the main...
The definition of motivation hinges around words like drive, inspiration, and impetus. It is about what makes a person interested in performing a certain task or engaging in a particular activity. Pepitone and Bruce (1998) defined motivation as the reason why individuals participated in certain endeavors. This view of motivation...
Principles of effective workforce planning and tools used to carry it out Workforce planning is a process of identifying and addressing the current skilled labor as well as the skills needed in an organization. When carrying out workforce planning, there are key principles that the organization management takes into consideration,...
In recent years, talent management has grown into a global concern for companies seeking to compete effectively in the global marketplace, particularly as the economy becomes more and more knowledge-based. The search for top talent now comprises a significant majority of the competition between companies in addition to competition for...
Introduction Efficient management in an organization is a crucial tool towards the companyâs growth as it ensures that the growth and businessâ life cycle are sustained in the end. This assertion underscores why a company should invest in strategies that will work out well for it to achieve the set...
Nature of the Job and the Organization The nature of the job is the Chief Finance Officer in JPMorgan Chase Company in the United States of America. The Chief Finance Officer is a very important position in an organization and so to JPMorgan Chase. Traditionally, Chief Accountants performed several tasks...
Executive Summary Professional Training Group presented the following training and development proposal to MOA Logistics based in the Middle East region. The training and development program for the newly hired managers inculcates the ADDIE Model and concepts of adult learning. The proposal indicates that the company will benefit from training...
Abstract The banking industry in the United States is encountering some enormous challenges in retaining its competitiveness internationally. This research project seeks to determine the way in which human resource activities could successfully foster the possibility of augmenting diverse workforce to receive positive results for employees and the institution at...
Abstract The role of work has dramatically changed throughout the world due to harsh economic realities and shifting social requirements. The economic turmoil has placed incredible pressure on workers to perform for purposes of securing their jobs on a long-term basis. Employees are reacting by searching for organizations that offer...
Introduction The role of human resource management is very important to various organizations because it is the duty of this functional department to ensure that reward practices are directly linked to the performance of employees who work for an organization (Baron & Armstrong 2007, 122; Marchington et al. 2002, 133)....
Project Abstract The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between training and career development and employee performance. Studies associate on-the-job training with the acquisition of practical knowledge and skills essential in that profession or position. On-the-job training is not only essential for improved performance, but it is...
The profession of a Human Resources Consultant is crucial for any organization because it aims at improving the already developed system and formulating a strategic human resource plan with the help of which a company may achieve better results and open new perspectives. In this report, the evaluation of the...
Abstract Modern times require advanced practices and initiatives to empower employees. Maslowâs hierarchy of needs is a powerful framework that has been utilized in different companies to compensate and reward workers. Although some firms have recorded positive results, researchers have acknowledged that certain aspects make this model inadequate for empowering...
Introduction Problem Statement The emergence of the concept of Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) can be ascribed to scholarly research in the field of Human Resource Management. Several scholars stress the significance of SHRM, which integrates Human Resource Management with a business strategy to support effective organisational performance (Pynes 2008;...
Activities in training and development represent a crucial function in organizations. This constitutes exploring the wide range of technical knowledge and resources the organization has at its disposal and translates into technical skills that can lead to increased organizational performance. Training is one of the many processes influencing organizational success....
Abstract Job satisfaction is a crucial phenomenon that allows maintaining high performance levels and contributing to the further development of a companyâs competitiveness, as well as spurring its overall progress. However, measuring job satisfaction levels is a rather challenging task, mostly because of the vast number of factors shaping it....
Giant corporations embrace the use of adequate human resource (HR) practices in order to realize their goals. HR practices are complex in nature and focus on the best measures to empower the targeted employees (Kinicki & Fugate, 2015). The approaches make it easier for organizational leaders to mentor their followers,...
Executive Summary Organisations that operate in the hotel sector encounter difficulties when it comes to retaining workers since they do not have sufficient information on the factors that contribute to employee loyalty, satisfaction, and hence their motivation. This situation is challenging for luxury hotels in China since the industry is...
Rationale Document Title of the Project The title of the proposed study is âThe Impact of Human Resource Bundles on Change Management Processes in Qatar National Bank.â As the title suggests, the proposed study will focus on investigating how the configuration of human resource management practices in bundles is applied...
Abstract The main focus of this paper is to assess whether planning for HR leads to the accomplishment of tangible results in an organization. This assessment was done through four main hypotheses: âplanning for training leads to the accomplishment of training goalsâ, âplanning for training causes companies to identify the...
Introduction In terms of employee motivation, Google Company stands out. The Institute of Great Place of Work and Fortune Magazine established the company as the best in terms of employee satisfaction in 2014. This ranking was the fifth time the company topped the list compiled by the two organizations (The...
Introduction Emirates Airlines is a Dubai-based international airline that is famous for its network of worldwide destinations, commitment to international competition, influence on the economic development of the UAE, and first-class services. Despite the company’s focus on quality customer service and management, as well as extensive training of employees and...
The problem case study looks into Uberâs organizational behavior using theoretical background and presents recommendations to improve organizational functioning. Discover Uberâs work culture in 2021, theoretic aspects of the research, and workplace strategic decisions. Uberâs Background Organizational behavior is critical in determining the success and failure of a company. How...
Introduction Employees are inspired by a set of factors that can exist extrinsically or intrinsically in themselves or their organizations. Performance in an organization depends on the product of motivation, ability, and environment of employees. Thus, motivation plays a major role in performance and is relevant for realizing goal-oriented behavior....
Introduction This paper discuses Lincoln Electricâs incentive reward system which has been studied and duplicated by many companies all over the world. The incentive system involves worker compensation through piece work rate where employees are paid according to the quality and quantity of products produced. Employees earning power is determined...
Abstract Human resource management (HRM) forms a fundamental component in a countryâs quest to achieve sustainable economic growth. However, the application of HRM practices varies across countries due to national cultural differences. Thus, it is imperative for multinational companiesâ HR managers to develop a comprehensive understanding of the national culture....
Recruitment and performance monitoring Legislative and employment requirements Staffing, in general, involves the process of linking human knowledge, skills, abilities, and dispositions to the demands of the work setting (Krausert 2009). When staff is incorporated in any organization, its role is to perform numerous job assignments and hold numerous positions...
Introduction to the Company: Mubadala Investment Mubadala Investment is a company that works in the sphere of global investment to boost economic growth and achieve the long-term prosperity of Abu Dhabi, for which it is the key strategic investors. Moreover, Mubadala operates in more than thirty countries across the globe...
Executive Summary Employee assessment is a must for each and every organisation. Appropriate and impartial assessment of employees is essential in order to get maximum output from them. Human resources department is extremely critical for organisations because effective achievement of human resources policies can be helpful in realising organisationsâ goals...
Introduction The modern world of employment continues to put a lot of emphasis on employee motivation as a considerable factor in the growth and ultimate success of the organizations. Most organizations nowadays consider training as one of the most imperative initiatives that promote sustainable professional development and corporate growth (Van...
Executive Summary This is a training and development proposal presented to Dubai Ports World (DP World) by Talent Consulting Inc for its newly hired mid-level managers. Talent Consulting Inc has over 30 years of experience in training and human capital development in both the private and public sectors globally. The...
Introduction The Ashargia Chamber is one of Saudi Arabia’s oldest and well-established service organizations. Its operations are devoted to the cause of promotion of the welfare of private sectors so that they are best positioned to contribute to the economy. The chamber is dedicated to helping the private sector to...
Executive Summary Human resource management is one of the most formidable tools for improving organizational performance. Many researchers have underscored its importance by demonstrating its relationship with the accomplishment of organizational goals. However, depending on the nature of business a firm is engaged in, getting the right type of human...
Background In any organisation, career training equips employees with the requisite skills and knowledge that enable them to do their present job competently and achieve high performance. Investment in training is often associated with improved productivity and a better competitive advantage for a firm operating in a particular industry (Tobias...
Introduction Definition of HRM Human resource management (HRM) is a broad concept that focuses on developing human capital for the attainment of organizational objectives. Kleynhans (2006) uses a different analogy to explain the concept by saying it involves valuing people at work and developing their talent. Many organizations have adopted...
This paper thoroughly investigates Starbucks human resources strategy. Read it to learn more about the Starbucks HR department, its main strategy, and issues. Discover what the main Starbucks jobs requirements are. Human resource management (HRM) is a field that supports the performance of many business organisations. Corporations that implement a...
Executive Summary HighChem is a company that is in the business of manufacturing pharmaceutical products. Although it is based in Texas, its products are distributed around the globe. The company has experienced significant growth over the last 20 years of its operations. However, it has been experiencing mass exodus of...
Background Fazza Galleria is a mega project that is set to be one of the leading prestigious shopping galleries in the city of Dubai. The project is already underway, and at this stage, the focus is to have the right performance management and employee engagement strategy. In the previous section,...
Introduction Human Resource Management (HRM) is a way of managing human resources in a firm. HRM is important because it recognizes the contribution of employees to organizational strategic objectives. HRM has many areas of focus to ensure that an organization utilizes its human resources effectively for the benefit of the...
Introduction The organizational behavior entails the organizationâs structural design, intergroup relations, organizational concepts, and the organizationâs environment interactions. Gordon (1991) defines the organizational behavior as the study of the individuals or the groupâs acts in organizations. The paper will look at the people relationships in any organization; this will include...
Introduction A reward system is an official or informal program that organizations utilize in recognizing the achievements of workers, including successful completion of corporationâs aims or missions. Additionally, an organization might decide to recognize a member of staff for submitting an ingenious idea that contributes to the development of a...
Introduction In the present day, businesses are no longer restricted by national borders. The bulk of the worldâs largest companies carry out a considerable share of their operations outside their home countries (Berdrow and Lane, 2003, p. 16). As many companies continue to set up and fortify their presence overseas,...
Gender KND Corporation is a clothing manufacturer set in Fall River, Massachusetts. The company was founded in 2011 by Kevin Smith, who had extensive experience in production after having spent most of his life working at a factory. Over the years, the company has grown from 20 to 400 employees,...
Introduction Job satisfaction commonly refers to the measure of the extent to which the employees are contended with their work. Although different people find not the same aspects of the professional life important, there are a number of the factors defining the concept of the job satisfaction. Given the fact...
Abstract Employees’ resistance to change in the banking sector is still considered to be a sophisticated exhibition because it has both positive and negative dimensions of the bank at large. Managing employees’ resistance is very important to the continuity of business in the banks. Successful implementation of the change implies...
Abstract Different theorists have put forward motivation and job satisfaction as important factors of employee performance in an organization. Out of the many theories that have been established to address these two aspects, need-based theories and process theories feature prominently in terms of guiding organizations on how to foster motivation...
Abstract Influencing employees means to change their working behavior. The ability to influence employees is essential to human resource managers. This influence inspires employees to function optimally. Human resource managers can use various tactics to influence employees. These tactics include logical persuasion, inspirational appealing, consultation, collaboration, employee personality, perception, and...
