Davenport HRM700 week 1 discussion

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1. Exhibit 1.2 in theManaging Human Resourcestextbook provides an integrative framework for managing human resources effectively. For your initial post, in your own words describe what an integrative framework means for managing human resources? Describe the major components of the framework and provide two or three examples of the relationship or inter-connections among the various components of the framework.

Be sure to cite your sources in APA style.

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2. Imagine that you are working at a local bank in a mid-level management position. You learn on the evening news that your company has agreed to a merger with a competitor. The rationale that’s given for the merger is, “There are many synergies that a merger will allow us to exploit. This merger is about becoming more efficient—this is the way of the future for our industry.” Assuming this statement is true. Research current articles about the topic and describe three significant HR issues for the new organization.

Be sure to cite your sources in APA style.