Archive for month: January, 2019

Your Final Paper should include a problem statement or description of the social problem you have selected, a discussion of the scope and consequences of the problem, and an assessment of society’s responses to the problem (including public policies and other less formal responses). Papers should also present a clearly reasoned alternative that is supported by scholarly research.

While the following example can be modified to suit your needs, using this outline as a guide will likely result in a high quality final paper:

1. Title
2. Describe the social problem.
3. Explain why this problem qualifies as a social problem.
4. Indicate the sociological theory or theories that may explain this social problem.
5. Discuss the individual and social implications of this problem. Your discussion of implications should be supported by accurate research data.
6. Summarize what social science experts have to say about this social problem. Are their conclusions methodologically sound?
7. Explain what we, as a society, have done about this problem, considering public policies and other less formal responses.
8. Explain how well societal efforts to solve the social problem are working.
9. Describe an alternative.
10. Discuss why the alternative is, or can be, an effective response to the problem. Remember to consider negative consequences of the alternative response.
11. Conclude with reflections and thoughts about your chosen social problem.
12. References

Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:

1. Must be five to seven double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
2. Must include a title page with the following:
   1. Title of paper
   2. Student’s name
   3. Course name and number
   4. Instructor’s name
   5. Date submitted
3. Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
4. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
5. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
6. Must use at least five scholarly resources, including a minimum of three from the Ashford Online Library.
7. Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
8. Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style

Assignment 1: Alignment of HRM and Business Strategies

Due Week 3 and worth 100 points

Select a publicly traded company to research and evaluate its Human Resource (HR) and business strategy, HR department job positions, and ways it markets its company regarding human capital. Some company Websites that provide this information are listed below:

• Marriott: http://www.arubamarriottcareers.com/JobDescriptions.html
• Allstate: http://www.jigsaw.com/id209321_d40/allstate_insurance_human_resources_business_contacts.xhtml
• State Farm: http://www.statefarm.com/about/retirees/news_articles/hr_serv_assist.asp
• Ford Motor Company: http://corporate.ford.com/careers/career-paths/human-resources?&ccode=US

Write a two to three (2-3) page paper in which you:

1. Propose how you would ensure the HR strategy is in alignment with the business strategy.
2. Describe the HR job positions and the responsibilities listed for that HR department.
3. Determine which HR job positions you would prefer and explain why.
4. Analyze how the selected company can establish HRM strategies to improve competitive advantages.
5. Propose three (3) ways that the company can increase diversity.
6. Use at least three (3) quality academic resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and other Websites do not qualify as academic resources.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

• Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
• Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

• Examine the role of human resource management (HRM) in organizations and how it supports the organization’s business strategy.
• Evaluate human resource strategies and how these strategies align with business strategies.
• Create a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
• Formulate HRM strategies and policies to recruit, select, place, and retain the most efficient and effective workforce.
• Use technology and information resources to research issues in strategic human resource development.
• Write clearly and concisely about strategic human resource development using proper writing mechanics.

Click here to view the grading rubric for this assignment.

Totally 2 page all four discussion question one paragraph for each.

Week 3 Discussion 2

“Ethics in the Workplace” Please respond to the following:

• Discuss      the varying degree of ethics found in organizations you have worked for      and how these cultures affected you and / or your work. Then, discuss how      you know you are part of an ethical organization.
• You have completed a report      for your supervisor that outlines a problem that cannot be solved easily      or quickly. About one week later the same report is circulated throughout      the company that has been altered significantly. You suspect your      supervisor made changes to undermine the severity of the problem. Do you      have an ethical obligation to speak up? Discuss how you would handle this      situation.

Week 4 Discussion 1

“Graphics” Please respond to the following:

• Describe two common types of graphs, tables, or      charts that you see used in your work or school.  Discuss whether or      not they effectively communicate the purpose, and what other graphics      might be more effective for the intended audience.
• From the e-Activity, describe what      makes each graphic a good or bad example of a graphic. For each, identify      at least two more ideas to make each better.

Week 4 eActivity

• Research the Internet for one example of a well-designed graphic and one example of a poorly designed graphic. For on-ground classes print the graphic and bring to class. For online students record the URL. Be prepared to discuss.

Week 4 Discussion 2

Top of Form

“Writing for the Web” Please respond to the following:

• You have likely seen hundreds of thousands of Web      pages over the span of your lifetime. Generalize how well you feel the      audience and purpose overall of all the Websites you have viewed are      aligned. Speculate to the reason behind your generalization.
• Having summarized your      general observations about Websites, discuss what you feel is the most      common error you encounter in poorly written or displayed Websites.

Discreet Math 311 Week 4 Discussion

“Graphs, Functions, and Trees” Please respond to the following:

• Examine two to three of the challenges involved with      using graphs, functions, and trees when modeling relationships. Provide  examples with your response Of the topics presented in this chapter, determine   which is the most important for solving relational thinking problems.      Discuss your reasoning behind your selection.