Educational Background

Question 1

xYou have two employment candidates for a marketing position. Both have similar educational backgrounds and certifications. However, the first candidate has 20 years of related experience while the second candidate has 6 years of similar experience. The first candidate is asking for a competitive base salary plus one week extra vacation as part of the benefits package.

The second candidate is asking for a competitive base salary plus a company smart phone (upgraded each year), and paid Internet service at home. The first candidate is willing to work a flexible schedule (nights, weekends, etc.), while the second candidate prefers to work remotely from home. Both are requesting to be included in the company’s annual bonus plan.

●Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper that includes the following: Compare the direct and indirect compensation requests for each candidate.

●As an HR professional, what do you think is the best hiring decision for the company and why? Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Question 2

Based on your chosen company, discuss how reorganization of its business structure would or would not have helped them meet new market challenges. In your response, address the following:

• Specify at least 2 reasons why you think reorganizing was or was not necessary, and provide an explanation for each reason.
• Suggest 2 strategies you think could have improved the company’s efforts to meet current market challenges and remain sustainable.