Human Resources

Just as the human body needs to accomplish certain activities to live and maintain health, companies need to engage in primary business activities to survive—and thrive. In this LAP, students will discover the core business activities of financial analysis, human resources management, information management, marketing, operations, and strategic management. Students will also learn about the interdependence of these activities and how they shift and adapt during changing circumstances. LAPs...

Human resources management is a lot more than just interviewing and hiring! HR managers administer benefits, oversee training and development, ensure compliance, and more. This LAP shows students just how influential the HR function is in every business. LAPs (Learning Activity Packages) are comprehensive instructional packages that include all elements of a performance-oriented lesson plan. This LAP includes a student handout (with CopyIT! permission) that includes information about human...

From handling sensitive issues such as discrimination and harassment to determining compensation plans and reward systems, HR managers often face serious ethical dilemmas. In Moral Mediators, students will delve into the issues facing human resources professionals in today’s modern workplace, gaining an in-depth understanding of how ethics play a role in HR management. LAPs (Learning Activity Packages) are comprehensive instructional packages that include all elements of a performance-oriented...

Teach your students how effective leadership can help a business be more productive, its employees be more creative and skilled, and its leaders enjoy both internal and external rewards. LAPs (Learning Activity Packages) are comprehensive instructional packages that include all elements of a performance-oriented lesson plan. This LAP includes a student handout (with CopyIT! permission) that includes information about leadership in organizations, a (So What?) discussion of why it's important to...

Staffing is one of the five functions of management that are essential for organizational success. This LAP explores the staffing process and takes a deeper look at how managers develop human resources management strategies. LAPs (Learning Activity Packages) are comprehensive instructional packages that include all elements of a performance-oriented lesson plan. This LAP includes a student handout (with CopyIT! permission) that includes information about staffing, a (So What?) discussion of...