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Readings

Hayward, S. (2006). Transforming HR for strategic impact at AstraZeneca. Strategic HR Review, 5(2), 16-19. Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/217180220?accountid=8289

Klein, H. J., & Weaver, N. A. (2000). The effectiveness of an organizational-level orientation training program in the socialization of new hires.Personnel Psychology, 53(1), 47-66. Retrieved fromhttp://search.proquest.com/docview/220143067?accountid=8289

Orientation: A healthy start to training. (2002).Canadian HR Reporter, 15(20), 1. Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/220813084?accountid=8289

Porter, G., & Tansky, J. W. (1999). Expatriate success may depend on a "learning orientation": Considerations for selection and training. Human Resource Management, 38(1), 47-60. Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/222067243?accountid=8289

Sheppeck, M. A., & Militello, J. (2000). Strategic HR configurations and organizational performance.Human Resource Management, 39(1), 5-16. Retrieved fromhttp://search.proquest.com/docview/222112732?accountid=8289

Weatherly, L. A. (2005). HR technology: Leveraging the shift to self-service-it''s time to go strategic.HRMagazine, 50(3), A1-A11. Retrieved fromhttp://search.proquest.com/docview/205243070?accountid=8289

Williams, A. V. (2004). Effectiveness of online orientation and peer mentoring on new employees: Increasing organizational commitment and employee retention. (Order No. 3146227, Clemson University). ProQuest Dissertations and Theses, , 112-112 p. Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/305202041?accountid=8289. (305202041).

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Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Defend your answer: "Money is the most important tool that a manager has for motivating employees.