Binus International University International Business International Human Resource Management Mid Exam Revision 1 – Introduction IHRM Definition • Covers all issues related to management of people in an international context. • IHRM covers a wide range of HR issues facing MNCs in different parts of their organizations and include comparative analyses of HRM in different countries. HRM Activities • Human Resource Planning (Ensure best fit between employees and jobs) • Staffing (Includes
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A case study of organizational structure at Beijing EAPS Consulting, Inc. 1. Discuss the implications of co-conducting a project plan from the project and department managers’ points of view. Beijing EAPS Consulting Inc. (BEC) is a growing consulting company that specializes in providing psychological assistance to employees of BECs client firms. BEC started with six employees in 2001 and has increased to 20 employees in six years short years. When the company first started it was
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1. The structure of a simple organization • A. limits the owner's(s') control • B. correct maximizes the owner's(s') control • C. minimizes the owner's(s') control • D. slightly increases the owner's(s') control Correct : Since simple organizations tend to be made up of one or a few owners and just a few employees, the owner’s(s’) level of control is extremely high. Materials • Simple Organizational Structure 2. This structure is one in which a set of relatively autonomous
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as is evident from the following points :- 1. Efficient working of the business Communication is essential for successful and smooth running of an enterprise. It is through communication that healthy and conducive environment is created, organizational goals and policies are conveyed to the employees. 2 Communication failures : Costly The communication failures often prove costly for an organization, They directly result into stoppage of production and loss of time and indirectly create
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was not going to work. ---Constant lowering of computer prices ---They can have many competitors Alternative course of action 1. In order to be successful, it is pertinent that Cyberplay reduce its expenses to the lowest possible levels. Advantage: In order to give it a fighting chance at survival without endangering its
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Benefits and Costs of Concentration A. Benefits (Advantages): 1) Firms can master one industry environment (top managers acquire an in-depth knowledge of the industry) 2) All resources are put back into the business (creates sustainable competitive advantage) 3) There are typically lower overhead costs and fewer “layers” in the organization which leads to reduced “bureaucratic costs” B. Costs (Disadvantages): 1) There is a total dependency on the industry
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Specialized or Broad? Adam M. Prins Saint Leo University Case Summary The Bagby Copy Company is at a crossroads in terms of its organizational architecture moving forward. The company produces an array of copy machines and sells them worldwide. Currently, Bagby is deciding whether or not to specify production and sales by type of copy machine produced or by the country in which sales are to be made. Additionally, Bagby is deciding how to best group the makers of its wire harness assemblies
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一 1，type：Tesco is one of Britain's leading food retailers, with 519 stores throughout England, Scotland and Wales. There are also 105 stores in France operated by Catteau, and 44 in Hungary operated by Global. Tesco is committed to: • offering customers the best value for money and the most competitive prices • meeting the needs of customers by constantly seeking, and acting on, their opinions regarding innovation, product quality, choice, store facilities and service • providing shareholders
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organization can get where it wants to go. The fundamental purpose of planning is to help the organization reach its objectives. Advantages of planning include: (1) an emphasis on the future, (2) coordination of decisions, and (3) a clear focus on the objectives. If done incorrectly or excessively, planning can be disadvantageous, but its benefits outweigh its disadvantages. The six steps of the planning process are: (1) stating objectives, (2) listing alternatives, (3) developing premises
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right. This allows you to take notes on the right-hand side of the page leaving space on the left to summarize the main point with a cue word or phase. When the instructor moves to a new topic, skip a line. It is also a great idea to use some organizational structure to your whole page. Use bullets! Use an indented system – kind of like outlining You can underline important words. If you aren’t able to completely write down an idea before the instructor moves on to a new topic, fill it in after class
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