BA 361 Upper Iowa University Compensation and Organizational Performance Questions

DQ1

LO 3: Describe the basic steps in conducting a wage and salary survey. What are some factors to consider? One of the objections to granting wage increases on a percentage basis is that the lowest-paid employees, who are having the most trouble making ends meet, get the smallest increase, while the highest-paid employees get the largest increase. Is this objection a valid one? Explain.

DQ2

1. LO 4: Because of competitive forces within your industry, you have decided to implement a profit sharing plan for your employees. Discuss the advantages of profit sharing and identify specific characteristics that will ensure success for your plan.
2. LO 5: Create a list of different types of incentives companies can offer professionals not interested in administrative positions.