Amazon’s COVID-19 responses

*Please see the attached instructions *
– You may use other sources online, but I recommend checking this site as well https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/company-news/amazons-covid-19-blog-updates-on-how-were-responding-to-the-crisis
– In the paper, please explore Amazon’s actions taken for COVID-19 while running the operation in the pandemic (take a position as Human Resources team and also why Amazon should have closed during the pandemic.

Position
Paper Assignment

Purpose
The purpose of this project is to build
the skills and knowledge required for future success in the field of human
resources or the function of managing people.
The final
project is tied to the following course learning outcomes:

Interpret
impact of HR regulations and practices in a wide variety of workplace contexts.

Define
the field of human resources, current laws/regulations, and the role of
management in developing effective HR strategies to support organizational
success.

Communicator
Evaluates
Information
Listens
Actively
Builds
Relationships
Conveys
Ideas Effectively

Problem
Solver
Thinks
Critically
Analyzes,
Synthesizes, and Evaluates

In
2011, SHRM (Society of HR Management) began a program of research involving
thousands of HR professionals to identify the critical competencies needed for
success as an HR professional. This
research led to the development of the SHRM Competency Model, which defines
eight key behavioral competencies (Ethical Practices, Leadership &
Navigation, Business Acumen, Relationship Management, Communication, Consultation,
Critical Evaluation and Global & Cultural Effectiveness) and one technical competency
(HR Expertise). The SHRM Competency
Model provides HR professionals with a comprehensive roadmap for developing the
capabilities they need to advance their careers and improve their effectiveness
in the workplace. For more information
on the SHRM Body of Knowledge, visit www.SHRM.org. This project builds knowledge in the Ethical
Practices, Leadership & Navigation, Communication, Critical Evaluation, and
HR Expertise domains. Specifically, under
the HR Expertise domain the project will increase awareness of the following HR
functional areas:
US Employment Laws and Regulations
Employee and Labor Relations
HR Strategic Planning
Diversity and Inclusion
Workforce Management

Tasks

1. In order to better understand
conflict and controversy surrounding topics in HRM, you are to focus on a human
resource issue with conflicting perspectives.
You are to present an argument with the intent of providing background
for the issue and making your case. This
project models what an HR professional will do before making a case to business
leaders.

2. Research the selected topic to
get an overview of potentially conflicting viewpoints. Find at least 4 credible references. Try to find 2 references to support you
viewpoint and 2 references opposing your position. Describe the circumstances and start to frame
your topic. Dont forget to update your
mind map.

3. Take a position. You can agree or disagree. You can take a position that what happened is
right or wrong, good or bad, or should have been handled that way or not. This week turn in your position statement on
your topic and your updated mind map identifying your position and the opposing
view.

4. Defend your position. Why do you feel your position is correct and
accurate? Include your research. Your
position must be supported with research and facts. Keep in mind that the CEO will value your position
if you support it with facts and best practices, not just your opinion.

5. Discuss the opposing view. Why would someone disagree with you? What would their reasoning be? It is important to be able to listen and
knowledgeable in the counter argument to your position. This week turn in at least one paragraph
defending your position and at least one paragraph addressing the opposing
view.

6. Summarize and conclude your
paper.

7. Your paper should be at least 3
pages, no more than 5 pages. Doubled-spaced,
12-point font. A title page and
reference page should be included but does not count toward the 3 pages. Use APA format.

Criteria for
Success

Issue
clearly identified and relevant to human resource management.

Issue
is clearly framed and defined.

Position
is clearly stated and supported by research.

Opposing
view is clearly stated and supported by research.

Strong
conclusion and wrap up to position is included
Conventions: Paper is 3-5 pages, has title and reference
pages, and is written in APA format.
Paper contains no grammatical errors.

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