Discussing Human Resource Management

1. Unions often demand more benefits than they expect to win during contract negotiations. Assuming that during a recession money for benefits is very limited, what would you, as an HR representative on the negotiating team, present as a counter offer? Be specific. Think in terms of benefits that don't cost as much as healthcare or bonuses. Why would you make this proposal? In other words, why would you offer this benefit instead of others you might have considered? What arguments would you use to persuade the union to accept your offer?

2. How has globalization affected benefits offered by employers to American workers? Why?

3. What effect do you expect the new federal healthcare law will have on the benefits offered by large corporations? Will smaller employers be more positively or negatively affected by the law than large corporations?