Questions from Human Resource Management

Q: Why is the departure of women an issue for organizations?

Why is the departure of women an issue for organizations?

Q: When trying to re-enter the workforce, women often find

When trying to re-enter the workforce, women often find that they have to take a lower pay rate to “get back in the game.” Do you think this is fair? Why or why not?

Q: What alternatives to electronic monitoring could an employer use to effectively control

What alternatives to electronic monitoring could an employer use to effectively control employee theft?

Q: If a corporation restricts its employees from displaying visible tattoos in the

If a corporation restricts its employees from displaying visible tattoos in the workplace and faces a court challenge of employment discrimination under EEOC regulations, on what basis can the corpora...

Q: Assume that you have chosen to work in a field that is

Assume that you have chosen to work in a field that is highly vulnerable to future job loss due to automation. What are a few strategies you can use to keep yourself employed in this field as long as...

Q: A company’s sales representative obtained a highly visible tattoo on her neck

A company’s sales representative obtained a highly visible tattoo on her neck after being employed at that company. The company has a dress code policy that restricts the display of visible tattoos fo...

Q: Do you think employees are more likely to react positively or negatively

Do you think employees are more likely to react positively or negatively to office romance policies?

Q: If a lower wage discourages the re-entry of women,

If a lower wage discourages the re-entry of women, what, if anything, can be done about it?

Q: Would you like to work for a company that offers the sorts

Would you like to work for a company that offers the sorts of programs that are described in the case? Would this be an important enticement for you to accept a job in such a company and remain employ...

Q: Some skeptics argue that most sustainability programs (such as the ones

Some skeptics argue that most sustainability programs (such as the ones discussed above) represent an insincere attempt to create a positive company image at a low cost. Do you agree or disagree? Do y...