1. Discuss at least one advantage and one disadvantage of using a pay grade levels system.
2. Assume that "Norman Enterprises" (NE) is a conglomerate based in Pennsylvania. The organization follows a market minus philosophy. Based on theoretical concepts from human resource management, what impact is that likely to have on employee satisfaction, organizational commitment, and job performance? Explain.
3. Assume that "Kailua Technologies" (KT) is a small Internet startup based in Hawaii. KT plans to eventually go public with a listing on the NASDAQ. Discuss whether or not KT should offer stock options to its employees.
4. Personally, would you rather work for a Theory X manager or a Theory Y manager? Explain your preference in detail.
5. Assume that "Balnine" is a magazine publisher based in California. Balnine wishes to implement exit interviews. How exactly should they be used? Explain in detail.
6. Assume that "Hexa-Altlantic Airlines" (HAA) has its global headquarters in New York. The airline will begin flying from its West Coast hub ofSeattle-Tacoma to Haneda in 2019. This will be POA's first destination in Asia. Some American employees will be relocated to Tokyo as a part of the process. POA plans to provide international assignment training for them before they depart for Japan. Based on both concepts from human resource management and your own understanding of Japanese culture/society, what precisely would you recommend covering in such training?
7. Discuss at least one advantage and one disadvantage of mentoring.
8. Web-based training has become increasingly popular in the United States. Arguably, such training is suitable for some topics, but not for others. Explain.
9. Pay is not the only reason for employee dissatisfaction at many organizations. Indeed, it might not even be the main reason. How could that be?
10. Assume that "HPD Hotels" (HPD) is a national chain of 5-star hotels with its corporate headquarters in Chicago. Top executives at HPD want to empower employees at all levels in the organization. How can "employee empowerment" be more than just a buzzword at HPD?