OMM618 Week 1 Discussion 1&2

OMM618 WEEK 1 DISCUSSIONS 1 &2

DISCUSSION 1  

•  In your opinion, who is responsible for HR not reaching its full  potential in general? Who is responsible for HR not reaching its full  potential in your organization (if applicable)? 
•  Based on what you have learned so far, how can HR act as a strategic  business partner in general? How can HR act as a strategic partner in  your organization? 
•  Is there more to HR than its predecessor, PA? Discuss the arguments for and against this notion. 
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•  Use at least one additional scholarly source and provide the link within  the body of your initial post to further support your analysis. 

DISCUSSION 2  Select two case studies and present a defense strategy as if you were  the HR representative for the company that potentially violated EEOC  guidelines. Try to explain why the company may be in compliance, or  defend the company in lieu of a potential lawsuit. In order to provide a  thorough analysis, please use at least two other sources.