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Explore the impact of population growth on GDP, labor force definitions, and employer practices for productivity improvement. This article delves into equal employment laws, aging population effects on economic growth, and strategies for enhancing workplace diversity and productivity. Assess the effectiveness of various policies and practices in addressing human resource issues in contemporary business environments.
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Business Administration & Management Mr. Bernstein Human Resource Issues, pp 32-41 February 20, 2014
Business Administration & ManagementMr. Bernstein Can GDP grow without population growth? Productivity Must GDP grow faster than the population for living standards to rise? In a capitalist society, do living standards rise similarly for everyone? What does an aging population mean for GDP?
Business Administration & ManagementMr. Bernstein Labor Definitions Labor Force – those available for work Labor Participation Rate – Percent of Labor Force either working or actively seeking work Unemployment Rate – Unemployed but seeking work
Business Administration & ManagementMr. Bernstein Equal Employment Laws addressing inequalities in hiring, promotion and pay – have they been effective? Glass Ceiling Concrete Ceiling Age Discrimination Comparable Worth
Business Administration & ManagementMr. Bernstein Employer Practices to Improve Productivity Improving Health and Safety Telecommuting and Flex Scheduling Redesigning Jobs - BMW Others?