Assignment 2: Total Compensation/Pay Model

Assignment 2: Total Compensation/Pay Model

Research forms of total compensation using the Argosy University online library resources and the internet to familiarize yourself with current issues concerning total compensation. Based on your research, answer the following questions in your 3-4 paragraph initial response in the discussion forum.

• What forms of total compensation—base pay, benefits, or incentives—are most important to you in an employment relationship?
• Can an organization deliver all your priorities? Explain and give examples.
• What are some alignment issues related to compensation and benefits? Why is alignment a key issue for compensation professionals?

Give reasons for you answers. Be sure to use authoritative sources to support your position.

Write your initial response in 3–4 paragraphs.

By Saturday, March 19, 2016, post your response to the appropriate Discussion Area. Through Wednesday, March 23, 2016, review and comment on at least two peers’ responses.