Answer these questions
Why is it important for a manager to be able to conduct a job analysis? What are the negative outcomes that would result from not understanding the jobs of those reporting to the manager?
How might the following trends be influencing skill requirements for managerial jobs in the United States: (a) increasing use of computers, (b) increasing international competition, (c) increasing work-family conflicts?
What are the trade-offs between the different approaches to job design? Which approach do you think should be weighted most heavily when designing jobs?
