Questions from Human Resource Management

Q: This case describes the problem facing a new department supervisor when HR

This case describes the problem facing a new department supervisor when HR policies and discipline have been handled poorly in the past. (For the case, go to www.cengage.com/management/mathis or visit...

Q: This case discusses the stringent noncompete clause that must be signed by

This case discusses the stringent noncompete clause that must be signed by every Jimmy John’s employee. 1. Based on your understanding of this case, what possible reasons could Jimmy John’s management...

Q: This case explores the problems that occur when “bullying” bosses

This case explores the problems that occur when “bullying” bosses or employees are present in the workplace. (For the case, go to www.cengage.com/management/mathis or visit the instructor companion we...

Q: HR can become more valuable in helping organizations meet their strategic goals

HR can become more valuable in helping organizations meet their strategic goals by getting involved with performance consulting. At Ingersoll Rand’s Climate Solutions, the HR group worked with manager...

Q: This case discusses a California court ruling on terminating a female for

This case discusses a California court ruling on terminating a female for her personal appearance. (For the case, go to www.cengage.com/management/mathis or visit the instructor companion website.) 1....

Q: Management is developing a company workplace monitoring program to track compliance with

Management is developing a company workplace monitoring program to track compliance with safety procedures at an offshore oil rig platform in the Gulf of Mexico. The monitoring program is expected to...

Q: Discuss the impact on an individual employee and work unit if organizational

Discuss the impact on an individual employee and work unit if organizational justice is not honored by managers. Recall any past work experience you may have in which a supervisor “played favorites.”...

Q: Assume that as the HR Manager, you have decided to prepare

Assume that as the HR Manager, you have decided to prepare some guidelines for supervisors to use when they have to discipline employees. Gather the information needed, using Internet resources, such...

Q: Identify how overreliance on the employment-at-will doctrine can

Identify how overreliance on the employment-at-will doctrine can create problems for supervisors and employees. What are the ramifications if companies default to EAW rather than dealing directly with...

Q: Give some examples of how technology is creating employer–employee rights

Give some examples of how technology is creating employer–employee rights and policy issues. Then suggest some possible actions that may be needed.