Module 3 SLP 511

Prepare 10 slides and add a voice-over component (in PowerPoint). Be sure to present a list of references at the end of presentation. References must be verifiable though a reputable database such as:

Academic Search Complete (EBSCO)

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• EBSCO eBook Collection Contains over 175,000 multidisciplinary eBook titles representing a broad range of academic subject matter including titles from leading university presses. Also contains specialty collections in business and education. Updated regularly.
• Ebook Central – Academic Complete With coverage across all academic disciplines, Academic Complete offers more than 150,000 foundational scholarly ebooks from leading university presses and others. Updated regularly.
• Business Source Complete (EBSCO)Comprehensive coverage of peer-reviewed, business related journals. Includes company reports, case studies, country economic reports, market research reports, SWOT analyses, trade journals and more. Updated daily.
• Business Source Complete – Business Searching InterfaceThe Business Searching Interface provides an easy way to both browse and search for country and economic data, company profiles, industry information and market research.
• IBISWorld IBISWorldIndustry Market Research and Industry Risk Factors provides both current and forecast industry information including trends, operating conditions, structural and revenue risks and more. Reports are updated frequently.
• Skillsoft Books (BusinessPro and ITPro)Also includes IT and Desktop video collections. On demand business, technical content containing thousands of digitized “best in class” books, book summaries, research reports and best practices.
• Proquest Central Over 19,000 periodicals covering 160 subject areas. Comprehensive coverage of over 800 full text newspapers including The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, New York Times and international newspapers. Updated daily.
• Dissertations & Theses Full Text (Proquest) ProQuest Dissertations and Theses is the official digital dissertations archive for the Library of Congress and the database of record for graduate research. PQDT includes nearly 3 million searchable citations to dissertation and theses from around the world from 1743 to the present day together with over 1 million full-text dissertations that are available for download in PDF format. The database offers full text for most of the dissertations added since 1997.
• Academic Video Online Academic Video Online contains more than 67,000 streaming video titles spanning the widest range of subject areas including anthropology, business, counseling, film, health, history, music, and more. It contains documentaries, interviews, performances, news programs and newsreels, field recordings, commercials, demonstrations, original and raw footage.
• ScienceDirect ScienceDirect is a full-text scientific database offering journal articles and book chapters from more than 2,500 peer-reviewed journals and more than 11,000 books. There are currently more than 11 million articles/chapters. Updated continuously.
• ERIC (EBSCO)ERIC – the Education Resources Information Center – is an online digital library of education research and information. ERIC is sponsored by the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) of the U.S. Department of Education. ERIC provides access to education literature to support the use of educational research and information to improve practice in learning, teaching, educational decision-making, and research. Contains journal articles, books, conference papers, technical reports, policy papers and more. Updated weekly.
• SAGE Research Methods SAGE Research Methods contains content from over 720 books, dictionaries, encyclopedias, and handbooks, the entire “Little Green Book,” and “Little Blue Book” series, two Major Works collating a selection of journal articles, and specially commissioned videos. As SAGE Research Methods focuses on methodology rather than disciplines, it can be used across the social sciences, health sciences, and more. Users can explore ways to help them design research projects, understand particular methods or identify a new method, conduct their research, and write up their findings.
• Google ScholarGoogle Scholar provides citations to millions of scholarly articles, books and other materials. It also will give you a link to the full text of a source if it is available at Trident (look for the Find @ Trident link). One of the best things about Google Scholar is its ability to show cited references for articles; a big plus when doing advanced research.

You have been asked to give a 10-minute presentation to a college’s undergraduate HRM class. You have decided to use the following case scenario to spearhead the discussion.

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An Attractive Benefits Package?

Susan greeted Beutan, her next interview applicant. Beutan had an excellent academic record and appeared to be just the kind of person Susan’s company, Jones Investments, was seeking in an investments technician. Susan is the staffing specialist for Jones and had already interviewed two individuals for the position. 

Based on the application form, Beutan appeared to be the most promising candidate to be interviewed that day. From his past experience it looked as if he could be in his mid-forties. His address showed that he lived 45 miles away from the Jones facility. The application stated that Beutan achieved a 3.7 GPA in his master’s courses, with a 4.0 in his major field of finance. He achieved his degree a year ago by working during the day and attending classes at night. Beutan was not only treasurer of his district’s financial planning association but also served as volunteer on the high school’s financial advising committee. The recommendation letters in Beutan’s file revealed that he was both active socially and a rather intense and serious student. One of the letters from Beutan’s full-time employer of four years boasted a notable work ethic.

Beutan was laid off due to a cutback in business and was looking again for full-time work.

Susan knew that discussion of benefits could be an important part of the recruiting interview. But she did not know which aspects of Jones’ benefits program would appeal most to Beutan. The company has an excellent profit-sharing plan, although 80% of profits distributions are deferred and included in each employee’s retirement account. Health benefits are also good. It also has long-term care insurance but no short-term care. The company’s medical and dental plan pays a significant portion of costs. A company lunchroom provides meals at prices about 65% less than outside prices. Employees get one week of paid vacation after the first year and two weeks after two years with the company. Five days are provided each year for sick leave. In addition, there are 7 paid holidays each year. Finally, the company encourages advanced education, paying for tuition and supplies for courses directly related to an employee’s job. Under certain circumstances, employees are allowed time off to attend classes during the day. Jones also provides a 50% daycare discount for employees with young children.

After you have read the above situation carefully, respond to the following questions in a slide presentation of about 10 slides.

· What aspects of the Jones Investments benefits program are likely to appeal to Beutan? Explain.

· What aspects of the Jones benefit package would likely be the least appealing to Beutan? Discuss.

· In today’s work environment, what other benefits offered by employers might be attractive to Beutan? Why? Share examples of best-practice benefits offered by employers (discussing at least two employers by name). 

Use at least 2 library sources to help strengthen and support your presentation.

Prepare 10 slides and add a voice-over component (in PowerPoint). Be sure to present a list of references at the end of your presentation.

Submit your presentation by the module due date.

SLP Assignment Expectations

Your paper will be evaluated using the criteria as stated in the SLP rubric. The following is a review of the rubric criteria:

· Assignment-Driven: Does the paper fully address all aspects of the assignment? Is the assignment addressed accurately and precisely using sound logic? Does the paper meet minimum length requirements?

· Critical Thinking: Does the paper demonstrate graduate-level analysis, in which information derived from multiple sources, expert opinions, and assumptions has been critically evaluated and synthesized in the formulation of a logical set of conclusions? Does the paper address the topic with sufficient depth of discussion and analysis?

· Business Writing: Is the essay logical, well organized, and well written? Are the grammar, spelling, and vocabulary appropriate for graduate-level work? Are section headings included? Are paraphrasing and synthesis of concepts the primary means of responding, or is justification/support instead conveyed through excessive use of direct quotations?

· Effective Use of Information: Does the submission demonstrate that the student has read, understood and can apply the background materials for the module? If required, has the student demonstrated effective research, as evidenced by student’s use of relevant and quality (library?) sources? Do additional sources used provide strong support for conclusions drawn, and do they help in shaping the overall paper?

· Citing Sources: Does the student demonstrate understanding of APA Style of referencing, by inclusion of proper citations (for paraphrased text and direct quotations) as appropriate? Have all sources (e.g., references used from the Background page, the assignment readings, and outside research) been included, and are these properly cited? Have all sources cited in the paper been included on the References page?

· Timeliness: Has the assignment been submitted to TLC (Trident’s learning management system) on or before the module’s due date?

Required Material

Halkos, E. (2016). Employee discount and purchase programs—A smart employee benefits strategy. Corporate Wellness Magazine.com. Retrieved from 

https://www.purchasingpower.com/about/news/employee-discount-and-purchase-programs-smart-employee-benefits-strategy

Sanicola, L. (2011). Employee Benefits Basics, pp. 31-53. Scottsdale: WorldatWork Press. Retrieved from EBSCO eBook Collection in the Trident Online Library.

Wu, E. C. (2012). Three tips on evaluating employee benefit communications. Benefits Magazine, 49(9), 36-39. Retrieved from the Trident Online Library.

Optional Material

OWLPurdue. (2012, May 9). Purdue Owl: APA formatting: The basics [Video file]. Retrieved from 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdAfIqRt60c&list=PL8F43A67F38DE3D5D

Ludlow, A., & Farrell, A. (2010). Making total rewards work. Strategic HR Review, 9(6), 49-50. Retrieved from the Trident Online Library.