Legal Issues in Human Resource Management

Assessment 2

Write a 3-4 page analysis in which you examine the different categories of employment. Analyze the pros and cons of each type of worker from an employer's perspective and then describe the ideal proportion of workers for a business type of your choosing. Provide a supporting rationale for your description.

For this assessment, write a 3–4 page analysis in which you complete the following:

· Describe each category of worker (full- and part-time employees, independent contractors, temporary employees, interns, students, volunteers, and partners).

· Include an analysis of the pros and cons of each type of worker, from an employer's perspective.

· Select and describe a type of business. Describe the ideal proportion of workers (full- and part-time employees, independent contractors, temporary employees, interns, students, volunteers, and partners) and include a supporting rationale.

Competencies Measured

By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:

· Competency 1: Examine the effect of the employment process on current work environments.

1. Describe important issues in the case.

1. Discuss the outcome of the case.

1. Competency 2: Analyze trends and changes in the laws on diversity, gender, and harassment.

2. Discuss the evidence of discriminatory effects.

1. Competency 3: Apply the laws and safety issues in the workplace.

3. Discuss court distinctions.

1. Competency 4: Implement the mission, vision, and values to impact organizational culture.

4. Discuss personal opinion on the outcome of the case.

1. Competency 6: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the human resource profession.

5. Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the human resource profession.