Managing Human Resources

Explore strategies for acquiring and developing employees by addressing the following:

Assume that Whirlpool will need to hire a new leader for its washing machine division.

a$.$ Describe what would occur for each of the following steps:

i$.$ Anticipate employee needs

ii$.$ Specify the job

iii. Develop the pool

iv$.$ Assess the candidates

v$.$ Close the deal

vi$.$ Integrate the newcomer

b$.$ As part of its employee development program, Whirlpool provides opportunities for growth in several areas. Review this segment: Manufacturing Leadership Development Program $($Time: $2$:$01,$ cc available$)$ and address the following:

i$.$ Discuss how training, plant rotation, and challenging assignments contribute