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Unit VII Journal

Instructions

Respond to one of the two options:

Option 1: Thomas is a prominent leader in his organization. Over the past several years, Thomas’ weight has fluctuated from morbidly underweight to morbidly overweight and back to morbidly underweight. The organization has given Thomas a performance improvement plan due to attendance issues resulting from concerns of the weight fluctuations. Thomas has consulted with an attorney regarding whether there is possible discrimination occurring by the organization. Do you think the organization is discriminating against Thomas? If you were the employer and you were truly concerned about Thomas, how would you handle this situation? Is a performance improvement plan appropriate here? Why, or why not?

Option 2: Sally and Roger have worked as a team in their organization for several years. Sally is age 64. Roger is age 67. Both are in fair health. Roger has type II diabetes and takes heart medication. Sally is a cancer survivor from 10 years ago with no recurrences. The team has made significant revenue for the company over the last 40 years, independently and collectively. The company does not have a written policy regarding mandatory retirement at age 65. Both Sally and Roger have slowed in their productivity though perform well above expectations by the organizational standard set. At the recent annual performance evaluation, Sally was encouraged by her boss (an owner in the organization) to look to retirement due to her increased health issues. Roger was encouraged to retire due to his work slowing down and increased errors in his judgement. Such issues had never been mentioned before. Do you think there is a viable case for discrimination regarding health and disability? Do you think there is a case of ageism to be considered regarding the organization and the owner? If you were the employer, how would you handle these issues?

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

Unit VII Project

Instructions

Age Demographics, Executive Summary, and Compile Project

The Fig Technologies Executive Leadership Council (ELC) has asked you to compile a report regarding the age demographics within the organization. Your findings are that employees between the ages of 18 to 25 comprise 11% of the workforce, employees 26 to 39 comprise 31%, employees 35 to 55 comprise 34%, employees 56 to 69 compose 18%, and the remainder are age 69 and above. You have been asked to compile a report regarding the advantages and disadvantages of developing a younger workforce in both professional and nonprofessional positions as well as for older employees 65 and above. Be sure to discuss age legislation and how this will affect any decisions the company may face. You must include a minimum of one outside resource for this component. This component of the report should be one to two pages included into the final report. 

The second part of this assignment is to submit the comprehensive research that you have compiled throughout your consulting contract over the past seven units. You are to provide a comprehensive report of the previous studies. Please add an executive summary of the steps for improving organizational diversity to the report being submitted to the ELC. The executive summary should be approximately half of a page. The report is the compilation of the previous project assignments. Please review these assignments, making any corrections based on instructor feedback. Add any transitions along with headers and sub-headers. Specific headings and sections should include the following: 

• Executive Summary, 
• Fair Treatment of Ethnicities, 
• Benefits of Organizational Diversity, 
• Improving Organizational Culture, 
• Gender and Work-Life Balance, and 
• Age Demographics. 

Your comprehensive report should include a title page and reference page. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations. All references and citations used must be in APA style. 

Unit VIII Journal

Instructions

The past eight units have provided a wealth of information regarding diversity within organizations. How will you use this information and knowledge and apply it to your current and future work?

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

Unit VIII Final Project 

Instructions

In Unit VII, the comprehensive report was presented to the Fig Technologies Executive Leadership Council (ELC). You have the option to create a video OR PowerPoint presentation that summarizes your findings based on the comprehensive report. In the presentation of your findings, be sure to describe advances in organizational diversity developed from legislation, and explain paradigm shifts in the Fig Technologies organizational environment from increased diversity legislation. Include citations and references from at least three sources used in your presentation (these may be from the earlier components). 

The video option should be three to five minutes in length, using a YouTube channel or equivalent. Include charts or graphics as necessary to effectively present your findings. If choosing this option, upload a document with the link to your video and a transcript of your video. The document should also include a reference list and citations. 

While sources and information from previous assignments are appropriate sources to inform and guide the development of the video or PowerPoint, this assignment requires original content that demonstrates mastery and understanding of the course material. Do not simply copy and paste any portions from previous assignments.

The PowerPoint option should consist of a 10-12 slide presentation (not including the title and reference slides) with proper APA formatting. Include charts or graphics as necessary to effectively present your findings.

http://columbiasouthern.adobeconnect.com/powerpointbestpractices/

Click here to view a PDF that covers the basics of using PowerPoint.  

. There is a Discussion (minimum of 1-2 full pages with a ref page) needed by Mon 11 NOV 2020, NLT 5PM.

2. There is a Case Paper assignment due Wed 13 NOV 2020, NLT 5PM, 

     3. SLP Paper NLT FRI 15 NOV 2020, NLT 5 PM, 

       (Provide a response of 4-5 pages, not including title page and references)

No Plagiarism of any kind, no paraphrase or word for word….

These papers must be done on time and according to requirements.  You must read the instruction and use the proper formats and references. ” At least” 4-6 or more Ref’s cited on all assignments

I need a very professional paper and will have more for the right tutor.

The problem-solving model was first laid out by Helen Perlman. Her seminal 1957 book, Social Casework: A Problem-Solving Process, described the problem-solving model and the 4Ps. Since then, other scholars and practitioners have expanded the problem-solving model and problem-solving therapy. At the heart of problem-solving model and problem-solving therapy is helping clients identify the problem and the goal, generating options, evaluating the options, and then implementing the plan.

Because models are blueprints and are not necessarily theories, it is common to use a model and then identify a theory to drive the conceptualization of the client’s problem, assessment, and interventions. Take, for example, the article by Westefeld and Heckman-Stone (2003). Note how the authors use a problem-solving model as the blueprint in identifying the steps when working with clients who have experienced sexual assault. On top of the problem-solving model, the authors employed crisis theory, as this theory applies to the trauma of going through sexual assault. Observe how, starting on page 229, the authors incorporated crisis theory to their problem-solving model.

In this Final Case Assignment, using the same case study that you chose in Week 2, you will use the problem-solving model AND a theory from the host of different theoretical orientations you have used for the case study.

You will prepare a PowerPoint presentation consisting of 11 to 12 slides, and you will use the Personal Capture function of Kaltura to record both audio and video of yourself presenting your PowerPoint presentation.

To prepare:

• Review and focus on the case study that you chose in Week 2.
• Review the problem-solving model, focusing on the five steps of the problem-solving model formulated by D’Zurilla on page 388 in the textbook.
• In addition, review this article listed in the Learning Resources: Westefeld, J. S., & Heckman-Stone, C. (2003). The integrated problem-solving model of crisis intervention: Overview and application. The Counseling Psychologist, 31(2), 221–239. https://doi-org.ezp.waldenulibrary.org/10.1177/0011000002250638

CASE STUDY: TIFFANI BRADLEY

                            Discussion 1 Question

 Explain why the four steps involved in the control function are important. How are the various ratios used by accountants and managers differently in the control function? Support your claims with specific examples from required materials and/or other scholarly resources, and properly cite any references. Your initial post should be a minimum of 200 words. 

                                      Discussion 2

Prior to entering into this discussion, review Chapter 8: The Five Management Functions as a Coordinated System. Of the five management functions, which do you expect will experience the most dramatic changes in the next decade? Defend your answer. Which will have the least amount of change? Explain your answer. Respond substantively to two other learners.

Support your claims with examples from required materials and/or other scholarly resources, and properly cite any references. Your initial post should be a minimum of 200 words.

Instructions:

• Research a current event article related to the assigned topic. Students should focus their research on relevant HR trade publications such as HR Magazine and Workforce Magazine. Please note – students may not select articles already provided as resources on the HRM3010 Research Guide.o Topics:▪ Article Review #1 – Strategic HR Planning/Staffing Planning▪ Article Review #2 – EEO Staffing Issues & Regulations▪ Article Review #3 – Recruitment▪ Article Review #4 – Selection▪ Article Review #5 – Job Offer Process• Prepare a two-three paragraph summary of the article.• Explain in an additional two-three paragraphs your understanding of the article as it relates to the assignment topic.• Explain in an additional one-two paragraphs whether you agree or disagree with the author and why.• Explain in the final one-two paragraphs how knowledge of this topic will help you in your future HR career.

Format: The completed assignment must be prepared in APA format, including the title page, reference page, and in-text source citations. The Article Review will consist of 6-10 paragraphs of body – approximately 1000-1500 words total, not including title and reference pages.

Discussion # 1 [3pts for this topic]

1. From the HRM perspective, what are the implications, for both the employees and management, of managing labor relations in the Public Sector? Be specific

2. Initial comments to this discussion topic are due by midnight Saturday and then you must substantively respond to at least TWO student’s comments in this discussion topic no later than 10pm Tuesday. See Discussion Expectations for rules on discussion requirements.

• US Coast Guard Office of Civilian Human Resources Federal Labor Relations
• OPM Labor Management Relations
• U.S. Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA)

ADDITIONAL OPTIONAL READING MATERIAL (NOT REQUIRED):

• Guide to Arbitration Under Federal Labor Relations

Discussion # 2 [No points for this topic]

Since we are at the end of this class, this is the perfect time to reflect upon the achievement of Course Outcomes. 

As the Syllabus states ….  After completing this course, you will be able to:

• identify, interpret, and apply rules and policies governing the labor relations process
• research and prepare background materials to support the labor relations process
• differentiate between unionized and non-unionized environments in order to maintain legal compliance
• identify, analyze, and classify potential labor relations issues in order to support the decision-making process

 Identify what you thought was the most important concept(s), method(s), term(s), and/or any other thing that you felt was worthy of your understanding. 

Also, provide a graduate-level response to each of the following questions:

Performance Management and Appraisal 

Learning Objectives

·  Describe performance management, the performance appraisal, and the performance appraisal process.

·  Explain the uses of performance appraisal and performance criteria.

·  Describe the choice of various performance appraisal methods.

·  Assess the effectiveness and limitations of performance appraisal practices.

·  Explain how to conduct the appraisal interview.

·  Summarize key trends in performance appraisal practice.

After reviewing this week’s text on Performance Management and Dan Pink’s The puzzle of motivation | Dan Pink TedTalk answer the following questions.

1.  What do you feel are the most important aspects of performance management?

2.  How do you feel the changing job market has changed performance management?

3.  How do you feel technology has changed performance management?

Your initial post should be based upon the assigned reading for the week, so the textbook should be a source listed in your reference section and cited within the body of the text. Other sources are not required but feel free to use them if they aid in your discussion

Your initial post should be at least 450+ words and in APA format (including Times New Roman with font size 12 and double spaced). Post the actual body of your paper in the discussion thread then attach a Word version of the paper for APA review

Question 1

HR and Global Ethics

Examine two (2) of the major HR ethical issues multinational corporations face when operating globally. Recommend two (2) preventative actions that HR departments can take in order to lessen the occurrence of these ethical issues. Be sure to provide a rationale for your response.

Question 2

• Sum it Up and Next Steps

Assume you are a HR Business Partner and leader in a full-size HR department for your organization. Based on what you’ve learned and now know about the role of ethics in organizations, what 3 concepts, tools, methods, or practices would you recommend as important best practice approaches that would help organizations focus on creating ethical cultures or work environments? Be sure to explain why you selected your choices.

 Measure of Success

Purpose of Assignment: This reviews the SMART goals model and challenges students to apply their knowledge by creating SMART goal scenarios and responses. 

Transferable skill: Digital Fluency

Effectively employing and understanding digital tools to express ideas in appropriate contexts. In the human services field, digital fluency manifests through mastery of apps and software that can help a worker organize data, locates services and track client progress.

Instructions:

You now have an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge of the SMART goals model. Respond to the following scenarios and include the following in your submission:

• Write a goal for each scenario.
• Using each part of the S.M.A.R.T goal acronym explain how the goals you have established for the client to fit the SMART model.
• Use clear and concise grammar.

Scenario A:

Sally is ten years old and has outbursts at school that include verbal aggression towards teachers and the destruction of physical property. This behavior occurs daily.

Scenario B:

Marion is 50 years old and is socially isolated. She does not work and rarely interacts with other people. She feels lonely.

Scenario C:

David is 40 years old and recently divorced. Three weeks ago, he was laid off from his job of ten years. He is looking for work and struggling financially.

 Explain what a Human Resource Information System is and explain how it can be used for succession planning and what benefit it might have in a challenging time like this (Corona Virus).  Post a reply to one other student either adding to his/her thoughts or politely challenging his/her thoughts. Please use academic references and APA Format.   Post one reply to one other student either adding to his/her thoughts or politely challenging his/her thoughts. There should be 2 Post on this topic 200-300 words each.