Wk 8 – End-of-Course Reflection
Assignment Content
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Create a reflective and applied statement describing how the material from Weeks 5–8 has affected your thought processes, development, and professional disposition. This statement should reflect your personal learning process (challenges, moments of discovery, life experiences, and interactions). You may also include questions for your faculty member about material that may still be unclear. Ideally, you will use these reflections throughout the course and the program to document your development as a scholar, practitioner, and leader, and to reflect critically on the changes that occur during this process.
Format any citations and references in your reflective statement according to APA guidelines.
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This is what was covered in weeks 5 remote employees and virtual organizations are becoming more prevalent. As organizations allow more employees to work remotely, leaders and managers are finding it difficult to address conflict.
Based on the literature, discuss the unique challenges that remote conflict management raises. Recommend strategies to manage conflict among remote employees.
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This is what was covered in weeks 6 there is not a single, correct way to conduct a job analysis and collect data. Strategies for retention should align with organizational goals and objectives.
Read Clifford (1996), “Manage work better to better manage human resources: A comparative study of two approaches to job analysis” from the University Library.
Explain how the results of this study impact the type of data you would collect as an HR Manager for an upcoming job analysis. Describe how the choices you make affect job retention strategies within the organization.
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This is what was covered in weeks 7 affirmative action programs have had mixed results in terms of successful outcomes. Explore available literature that is both supportive and critical of affirmative action.
Explain your position on affirmative action programs. Provide an argument for and against these efforts. Include recommendations for developing an effective affirmative action program.
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This is what was covered in weeks 8 in the modern work environment, even entry-level employees are required to understand and work toward managing the company’s bottom line.
Explain how organizations can use technology to give all employees a strong sense of corporate financial responsibility. Recommend strategies for motivating employees to help contribute to a healthy bottom line.