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Should a company pay for its employees’ education?

from the portfolio I(file attached). go back and isolate 3 values that seem to “hit you in the face”—and write a full page on each of them (double-spaced, of course).  If you can’t get a full page on the value, it wasn’t much of a value!  This will be another 40% of your portfolio grade.  Then, write a full page on what you think abut each of these values.  This will be the last 20% of your portfolio grade.  You will submit them via Blackboard. 

Instructions:

Part 1 write a page with reference in APA.

Locate a case or article about employment discrimination (you can start at www.eeoc.gov and www.shrm.org). Pick one and share the story.

Was there a lawsuit filed? If so, what was the outcome?

What can be learned from the issues in light of your own employment and/or professional career?

Part 2 write a page with reference.

Discuss how business owners and corporations can protect themselves from illegal discrimination practices.

Based on what you have learned thus far in the course, do you feel that your place of employment or business organizations has a sound policy to help curb possible discrimination issues? Fully explain.

For this assignment, imagine that you have been tasked with creating a proposal for the new CEO of your organization. You have been asked to create a proposal that establishes an ethics program, as well as develop a training plan, and develop a plan to conduct compliance auditing. Your proposal must include the following:

Describe an emerging global risk that is either economic, environmental, geopolitical, societal, or technological.

Identify all countries that might be associated with the risk.

Describe the effects of the risk on each country.

Evaluate the role of ethical decision-making in business organizations as the role pertains to your global risk.

Analyze the impact of business ethics on stakeholder relationships.

Analyze why it is necessary to create an ethics program, conduct training, and engage in compliance auditing.

Design a training plan for ethical considerations and social responsibility as it relates to the key risk area and the countries you have selected. The training plan must include the following:

The goals of the training program

The objectives of the training program

The learning methods/activities of the training program

How the training program will be evaluated

Describe how the training will be conducted

Describe how compliance auditing will be conducted.

Summarize the key findings

The assignment:

Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length (not including the title page and references page) and and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Must include a separate title page with the following

Title of paper

Student’s name

Course name and number

Instructor’s name

Date submitted

Must use at least three scholarly and/or credible sources in addition to the course text and the Usnick and Usnick (2013) article.

The Scholarly, Peer Reviewed, and Other Credible SourcesPreview the document table offers additional guidance on appropriate source types. If you have questions about whether a specific source is appropriate for this assignment, please contact your instructor. Your instructor has the final say about the appropriateness of a specific source for a particular assignment.

Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

 How Should I Respond?

Purpose of Assignment:

A case scenario that requires professional response and recognition of ethical obligations, including ethical treatment services.

Transferable skill: Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Understanding and exhibiting principles of conduct and professional behavior that impact a greater good in the world and workplace, understanding and applying ethical and professional principles of conduct. The human services profession is managed and guided by a code of ethics. Adherence to these codified standards keeps workers in bonds and hold professionals accountable for the maintenance of professional client-worker relations.

Instructions

Consider the following scenario:

Sally was recently hired as a caseworker with a local organization that provides services to disadvantaged teenagers. Sally has become especially close to a 15-year-old girl who is pregnant. She says that the girl reminds her of what she was like at that age. She spends more time than a worker usually would with this client. Sally says that the other day when she was a garage sale, she saw some cute baby closes that were inexpensive, so she purchased them for the client.

You are Sally’s coworker and you are concerned about her attachment to this client. You have discussed this issue with your supervisor who says, “Well, that’s just Sally. You know how she is.” Later that evening you visit a local club and see your supervisor there. She is on a date with one of the other caseworkers. You also see Sally there. You are a competent human services worker who is familiar with ethical boundaries and violations. Something needs to be done

In a two-page APA formatted paper address the following:

• Identify the ethical issues and boundary violations in this scenario.
• Propose solutions to resolve these violations including an ethical response to the client.
• List potential persons or governing entities whom you could notify of the violations.
• Use clear and concise grammar and writing mechanics.

Powerpoint presentation on winery 

https://www.spellwine.com/ 

You have determined a project idea and are ready to begin the research to find the RFP that is the best match for your project.

There are many viable approaches to searching for and locating project funding, but the most effective are those that utilize appropriate technologies. With the specifics of your project in mind, look for RFPs using the state, federal, and foundation grants databases/search engines listed in this week’s Learning Resources. This is an important step, so take your time in identifying grant providers that issue grant awards that align to your organization’s specific cause or need. Bookmark these websites and keep notes in the Process Development Template. Each website offers a wealth of varied information for grant seekers that can greatly enhance your developing understanding of grantsmanship.

When reviewing RFPs, look specifically for the following information:

• Who is eligible to apply?
• How many awards/grants are being given?
• What is the dollar amount of the grant/award?
• What are the collaboration/partnership requirements?
• What is the length of the grant period?
• For private funders, who is on their board and does the applicant have any existing relationships with anyone?

Keep in mind:

• RFPs that refer to online applications may tend to be less complicated.
• RFPs for multi-year projects will be more complicated than those for a 1-year period.

Note: For purposes of this course, please adhere to the following parameters:
• You may use RFPs from federal agencies.
• You may use RFPs for a research project.
• Do not worry about submission dates that appear on the RFP.

As you examine various sites, document where you searched and the keywords you used. Keep in mind that if you do not find an appropriate and applicable RFP (there isn’t always a funder for every project), you may need to adjust your project or your project plan. Assess your project honestly to determine whether you need to explore another course of action.

For this Discussion, analyze your search results for state, federal, and foundation grants, and select the RFPs that best match your project.

By Day 3 of Week 2

Post a link (URL) for each of the three RFPs that best align to your project. Include a summary that provides a rationale for each of your choices. The rationale should address the alignment of the RFP to your project idea as well as alignment of the funder itself. Why is this a good match?

Be sure to support your analysis and conclusions with citations and references in APA format from the Learning Resources and your own research.

Outline the difference in responsibilities of a local union representative, a shop steward, and an international or national union representative.

• How do their roles differ in the labor relations process?
• This essay needs to be one page in length.

Each assignment should be done on its own word document. Please read all instructions and follow all guidelines. Information for Ebook is posted also link to CSU Library is posted. If you have any questions please let me know. 

Unit III Journal

Instructions

Diversity has many advantages and disadvantages within an organization. In regards to gender identity and embracing diversity in the workplace, do you consider yourself an accepting person? How important is it to you to accept diversity? Remember that there are no right or wrong answers; this is simply a reflection.

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

Unit III Project

E-BOOK  Diversity in Organizations, 3rd Edition

https://online.vitalsource.com 

[email protected]

Jamal2013!

YOU MUST USE THE EBOOK AS ONE OF YOUR SOURCES.

Instructions

Improving Organizational Culture: Acceptance of Religion and Orientation

Fig Technologies has identified concerns at several of their offices globally. Division has been noted on key teams based upon religion and sexual orientation. Several team members have complained that the non-Christian holidays and LGBT celebrations are not recognized by the established company celebrations or paid time off for observance. There have been complaints with regard to coworkers making harassing comments to this effect. The Executive Leadership Council has asked for you to draft an assessment of these concerns and then to propose a plan of action for addressing these concerns. Further, include a preliminary draft of policy to be included as an addendum to the organizational policy on discrimination and harassment. In your report, be sure to address the following: 

• Compare the impact of different religious beliefs and practices (choose three to four different religions) and how these affect the organizational culture, and describe how your new plan and policy will improve organizational culture through inclusion of different religious beliefs and practices. 
• Compare how belief systems of different gender orientations and sexual orientations may impact the organizational culture, and describe the effects of discrimination against any of these. In your plan of action, address how inclusion and assimilation of different orientations will improve organizational culture. 

Support your recommendation through the use of at least two sources, one of which can be the textbook. Content should be two to three pages in length. Length does not include an assessment tool, if used, though it may be added as an addendum (recommended, not required). 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. 

Have some fun with the assignment. Use your creative thinking along with your critical thinking to include your perspective of the findings and how to address the issue.

Unit IV Journal

Instructions

Please respond to questions from both of the following scenarios:

• An individual who looks different than you (color, age, ethnicity, disability, or orientation) comes into your favorite dining establishment. Some of the restaurant staff treat him or her poorly, providing lesser service to the individual. You hear snide (off-color) remarks being made by staff and fellow patrons. What action do you take?
• Similar scenario, though instead of a restaurant, it is coworkers mistreating a coworker who is visibly different than they are. What actions would you take, and why? Please explain.

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

Unit IV Assessment 

E-BOOK  Diversity in Organizations, 3rd Edition

https://online.vitalsource.com 

[email protected]

Jamal2013!

YOU MUST USE THE EBOOK AS ONE OF YOUR SOURCES.

QUESTION 1

1. The blending of cultures is becoming increasingly prevalent as individuals of different races or cultures intermarry. As a manager, how would you address an individual’s cultural needs that are broad-based across several different cultures? Also, how would you address integration into the organizational culture to prevent any misconceptions in the workplace?
   Your response must be at least 500 words in length.

QUESTION 2

1. Fig Technologies has acquired a network services firm that has several Native American workers. The events team in the local office is putting together the calendar of events for the next year. How do you educate, inform, and assimilate Native American culture and traditions into a self-described White Anglo-Saxon Protestant workplace environment?
   Your response must be at least 500 words in length.

Write a short paper addressing job analysis and job evaluation as they relate to employee compensation. Begin by thoroughly reading Chapter 6 the case study “Internal Consistency at Customers First” at the end of the chapter. 

Internal Consistency at Customers First Case Study : 

After 3 months in her new role as Director of Human Resources (HR) at Customers First, Deborah Ketson feels confident she has identified the significant HR issues at the company. She has prioritized the issues and is meeting with company president Joan Bates to make her recommendations. Deborah is prepared to discuss her top priority, which is to conduct an organization-wide job analysis and job evaluation project in order to start building a more internally consistent pay structure.

Customers First is a company that provides customer service for other companies. Small-to-medium-sized companies outsource their customer service function to Customers First, which manages all customer service for their clients through a call center and also via an online customer service center. The company works with a diverse group of clients ranging from small retail stores to larger online retailers. Customers First has grown quickly in the 5 years since Joan started the company, and now employs more than 150 customer service representatives (CSRs) and other support staff.

The company’s quick growth has led to several problems with its compensation structure. Much of the company’s hiring has occurred in response to a new contract, and pay was set based on the current market rate for CSRs in order to attract the right talent. For example, an early client was a small retail store that needed fairly simple customer support. Four CSRs were hired and their pay was set at just slightly above minimum wage. In comparison, a more recent client required hiring 18 CSRs. The labor market was competitive at the time, and the company hired these 18 new employees at a pay rate well above what others at the company were paid. Such variance has occurred often in the hiring process, resulting in groups of CSRs at much different levels of pay for doing substantially similar work.

Deborah has heard many complaints from the supervisors about inequities in the pay of the CSRs. The supervisors are concerned that the inequities may lead to turnover among some of the staff. Deborah has examined the pay rates of the CSRs across the organization and agrees with the supervisors that there are some concerns. One particular concern is that the lowest paid group of CSRs is primarily female, while the highest paid group includes all male employees. By talking with the supervisors, Deborah has learned that there are some CSRs with different levels of responsibilities and skills, but they all hold the same job title. Deborah believes that an organization-wide job analysis and job evaluation is necessary to build an internally consistent compensation structure.

However, when she shared her recommendation with Joan, she did not receive the response she expected. Joan is resistant of the job analysis and job evaluation process as she thinks that having such a structured compensation system will limit the company’s ability to be flexible in the marketplace. Often hiring happens quickly in response to a new client contract, and they must hire the right skill set, which might vary based on the current market rates. Further, Joan suggested the entire project would be too time-consuming for Deborah and the other staff that would need to be involved. She felt their time would be better spent on other concerns such as recruiting new staff.

Then write a short paper that adequately answers the following questions:

1. Do you think that job analysis and job evaluation will benefit Customers First? Why or why not?
2. What is your opinion of Joan’s view on job analysis and job evaluation?
3. What do you recommend that the compensation professionals at Customers First do? Why?

Guidelines for Submission: Your paper must be submitted as a 2- to 3-page Microsoft Word document (in addition to a cover page and references) with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and one-inch margins. Use at least three sources, which should be cited according to APA style.