...Geico Total Rewards Program Francena Hicks Dr. David Fountaine,SPHR Talent Management HRM53201016 10/27/13 Introduction The purpose of this paper is to discuss the Geico employees’ Total Rewards Program and its alignment to the advantages of total rewards programs in general that are noted in the literature. According to the Geico website, there are five benefits to their Total Rewards Program: Health & Well-Being, Education & Training, Finance & Retirement, Time off & Leave, and Family & Life. The first part of this paper will look at these five programs in-depth and explain how Geico intends to benefit its employees. This analysis will include an evaluation of the effectiveness of the communication of Geico’s total rewards program based on the website’s descriptions of the benefits and include two recommendations for improvement to the program and/or its communication practices. By assuming that there are two weaknesses to the current plan, this paper will provide two improvements for these weaknesses to make employees happier. The final half of the paper will match Geico’s program with data from the literature on the effectiveness and benefits of these types of programs and discuss any implications there may be for the Geico program. Determine which facets of the Geico total rewards program align with the five (5) top advantages of a total rewards program outlined in Chapter 2 of the textbook and discuss your reasoning. Geico’s total rewards program...
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...Personal Branding Plan Paper Jacqueline Babb MKT – 421 November 24, 2014 University of Phoenix Personal Branding Plan Paper – Introduction My career spans a bit over 20 years in various administration positions in many different industries. Most of my career was spent in the manufacturing industry. In the beginning, for approximately 5 years, I was a receptionist, handling the most basic of responsibilities. Later began a stretch of time that I worked in an administration type of position as a planner and raw material control. This position allowed me to learn more of the industry, receiving the raw material, assigning it to appropriate work orders, and maintaining the flow of production on the raw material end. Finally, I moved into the area of accounting performing accounts payable for the freight side of a manufacturing company for around 7 years, which is where I found my desire to further my career. Those years of working in the accounting area has given me the confidence to move forward and push my career further. Companies I Would Like to Work For Germania Insurance is a Texas based insurance company whose home office is in Brenham, Texas, my hometown. It was started back in 1896 in Perry, Texas, composed of only 31 members. Their founding principle was “bearing one another’s burdens made them all stronger” (Germania Insurance, n.d.), which is still true today. Today Germania offers full insurance services and has its own member-owned credit union. This company...
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...& Stratton College COMM115: Information Literacy & Research Mr. Titus February 19, 2016 Professional Plan Growing up I have always said that I wanted to be a superhero, I always wanted to help ours. Therefore, when I started looking into the types of careers I wanted to be in the medical field seemed like the perfect choice for me. Choosing a career in the medical field would give me the opportunity to help others. Now being of age and knowing what a real superhero is and those who make a difference in this world I feel I’ve made the right choice. The three careers in this field that I chose to explore further are medical administrative assistant, clinical medical assistant, and medical coding and billing. I’ve done some research and I would like to take this time to request for reimbursement for my continued education, since our company has this program. Medical Administrative Assistant A medical administrative assistant is a skilled profession that is best suited to those with field-related knowledge developed through formal training. They “must be excellent communicators and use impeccable spelling and grammar when completing professional documents or communicating in writing” (Medical Assistant Careers [MAC], 2016, Duties, Training, Outlook section, para. 1). In addition, medical administrative assistants must be highly proficient in the use of computers and common applications like word processing and spreadsheets. Medical assistants must be adept at multitasking...
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...For many people the insurance industry may seem boring, I felt like that myself when I first entered into this career field. Over time I have come to realize that this is not true, that in fact my ideal career is in the insurance industry. In the insurance industry there are numerous companies and careers to choose from, there are small companies that no one has heard of and larger companies such Allstate and Nationwide. There are a few things to take into consideration other than just the compensation package being offered when choosing which company to work for. How well do they manage their financial issues such as tax issues, hedge funds, and natural disasters risks? My ideal career in the insurance industry would be in the Special Investigation Unit (SIU). In order to achieve this goal I need to start in essence at the bottom and work my way up and gain knowledge to help ensure that I do the best I can. There are a few adjuster positions that can assist me in gaining the knowledge that will help me later be a SIU adjuster. Three types of adjuster positions that will help to obtain my goal are: • Liability – The majority of claims are handled in the liability determination unit (LDU), in Texas the average adjuster handles approximately three to five claims a day. These are claims that the liability is unclear and no injuries are present. • Soft-tissue Unrepresented – Claims handled by this unit involve soft-tissue injuries usually caused by low impact accidents,...
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...Design & Development Institute, Noida E-mail: mishra.swarnkant@gmail.com Abstract Work-life balance programs are important for contemporary organizations not only for ensuring long-term wellbeing and good health of the employees but also to attain long-term competitiveness. There have been a number of researches establishing relationship between work-life balance and organizational effectiveness. However, not many researchers have attempted to capture or review best practices in implementing work-life balance programs. This paper is a humble essay to explore if there are indeed any best practices in implementing work-life balance –a catchphrase which most of the companies love to swear by –and whether a holistic model for efficient work-life balance program can evolve from what the companies at the top are following on the ground. The authors have also tried to present a critique of gaps in current work-life balance programs. The paper raises more questions than it answers and thus provides enough fodder for the intellectual investigation on the theme. Keywords: Work-life balance, Best Practices, Organizational Excellence Introduction Work-life balance programs have attracted the attention of corporate leaders in recent times thanks to significance of such initiatives in augmenting organizational performance. The organizations across the globe are trying to remain competitive by pampering their employees who in turn are increasingly finding it difficult to...
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...will be spending a lot of time researching this profession). Then, you will apply concepts from this course as well as independent research to respond to a variety of questions about the profession. Finally, you will summarize your findings in either a PowerPoint presentation or a report. The Healthcare Professions Case Study assignment is broken up into four parts, summarized below: Assignment | Due Date | Part I: Identify a Healthcare Profession | Sunday of Week 1 | Part II: Certifications, Job Responsibilities and Career Possibilities | Sunday of Week 2 | Part III: Compliance, EHRs, and Interaction with Others | Sunday of Week 3 | Part IV: Research Summary | Sunday of Week 4 | ------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------- Part I: Identify a Healthcare Profession (Complete and submit in Week 1) Choose a non-clinical healthcare profession, preferably, one that aligns with your career goals after graduation. Identify your chosen profession and why you chose it. Also, discuss what you may know about this specific profession within the healthcare industry, before you actually research it. Your response should be at least 150 words long. Click here to enter text. For your chosen healthcare profession, answer Questions 1-3 below. Your responses to these questions should be at least 200 words combined. Submit your answers by Sunday of Week 1. 1. In what type of facility will you find this professional? Inpatient...
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...Perspective on Health Care Lawrence Booker HCS/235 June 18, 2011 Dennis Phelps Abstract In my paper today I will be presenting my perspective on health care. I will describe what the word “health” means to me. I will describe my current position in health care and what new opportunities a bachelor’s degree in Health Administration will present in my current organization. It mentions my perspective on the career opportunities that a bachelors’ degree in Health Administration may offer. It describes the frequency of my access, cost, and experiences to health care. It explains my alternatives for care, and the cost associated with those visits. In paper the subject to describe is two other employers who are overlooked as part of health care that offer career opportunities. I will also describe one aspect of health care in the United States that I would change. In this paper health will be defined as the condition of being sound in body, mind, or spirit; freedom from physical disease or pain (Merriam-Webster, 2011). An individual health is usually considered good or bad depending on how well he or she can physically perform normal daily tasks like running, walking, breathing, eating and other activities associated with the five senses; sight, hearing, taste, smell, and touch. As a Director of Imaging (DI) without a bachelors’ degree the career opportunities are restricted to DI. The employment trend in DI requires that all individuals seeking employment as...
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...The Efficiency of the Healthcare Service Abstract This paper will evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of four healthcare organizations. It will describe the services provided by each. The Efficiency of the Healthcare Service Few industries in the world have a higher need than healthcare. Healthcare is quickly becoming the fastest growing capital expenditure. As the population ages, so does the demand and need for healthcare services. This growth translates into ample job opportunities. A career in healthcare management presents professionals with a thriving, growing and the moral gratification of maintaining their communities. There are several types of healthcare organizations. With so many branches to the healthcare field, how does one assess the facility with the right fit? Every healthcare organization has strengths and weaknesses. Healthcare facilities are divided into two categories; proprietary and non-profit. A healthcare facility is structured by the clinicians and the administrators. I chose my community of Kennesaw, GA to highlight the health services needed and being provided. Kennesaw is located about 20 miles northwest of Atlanta with a population of 32,000 estimated by the US. Census Bureau. Currently the median age group is 31. In this paper, I pick out four healthcare organizations, define their strengths and weaknesses, and show their political/economic value. A doctor’s office...
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...become a Medical Administrative Specialist, a person should research the job description, the requirements to become one, and the job outlook for the future. 1. Job Description A. physician practices; large healthcare and allied health organizations such as clinics, hospitals, and foundations; insurance companies; medical publishers; research organizations; and medical product manufacturers 2. Requirements A. Education 1. Associates Degree 2. Total of 68 credits B. Training 1. Internships 2. On-the-job 3. Job Outlook A. Various fields 1. Medical Transcriptionist 2. Insurance Billing B. Expected growth Medical Administrative Specialist In today’s job market of limited opportunities, it is necessary to choose a career path wisely. One sector of the economy with high growth prospects is the medical field. As such, a career in Medical Administration would appear to be a promising choice. However, there are many important aspects that must be taken into account before choosing to follow this career path. These aspects include salary, the large number of available jobs, and the job outlook for the future. When choosing a career, salary isn’t always the first thing to look at, but of course, should be considered. The pay varies greatly in the Healthcare Administration category, since there is a wide range of jobs. An entry-level professional who possesses an Associate’s in Healthcare Administration Degree from an accredited...
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... BU 353 - Introduction to Risk Management and Insurance |Instructor |Heather Graham | |Office | NA. | |Phone: |Ext | |E-mail |Please use MLS for all course related questions, and hgraham@insuranceinstitute.ca for other questions | |Office Hours |By appointment only | Course Description This course will examine techniques and policies used by organisations and individuals for managing risks within the Canadian marketplace. In addition to addressing how to identify, evaluate and manage these risks, the course will also focus attention upon the analysis of insurance markets and the incentives conveyed by these markets for managing risk. Particular attention is paid to homeowner’s and private passenger automobile insurance. Course Objectives Increase students’ knowledge of insurance and the insurance industry, develop educated consumers and prepare students for careers within the Canadian insurance industry. Textbook and Course Materials: Selected...
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...Guidelines for Students Practical Training Semester (PTS) Bachelor Degree Programmes full-time School of Business Krems, December 2010 Doc.Nr.: FHM-5-0006 Version 03; Revision 00; E Approval by: Prof. (FH) Mag. Eva Werner/ Rector (FH) Subject to modification printed version just for Information IMC University of Applied Sciences Krems Guidelines for Students - PTS Academic Board/December 2010 Table of Contents Preamble 3 1 OBJECTIVEs, FIELDS of Application and Duration of the practical training ............. 4 1.1 1.2 1.3 Objectives ................................................................................................................... 4 Fields of Application .................................................................................................... 4 Duration ...................................................................................................................... 4 Fundamental Decisions ............................................................................................... 5 Support by the IMC University of Applied Sciences ..................................................... 6 Practical Training Co-ordinator (PTS Co-ordinator) .................................................... 7 Requirements for the Practical Training ...................................................................... 8 Practical Training Contract.............................................................................................
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...Photos- Weekly Reports- Monthly Reports | | CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION I. Introduction to Industrial Training UBFF3376 Industrial Training is a subject compulsory for all final year students. The objective of this subject is to expose students to the real working environment, preparing them for their future career, and to put the theory into the test/ practical use. Students will gain a better understanding towards the real working life so that they would know the dos and don’ts to avoid any culture shock. It also helps us to improve our communication skills, getting out of our comfort zone, from a University environment to the real working world as we need to socialize and work with people from different backgrounds, be it our colleagues, bosses even clients. Most importantly, it helps to instill the attitude needed, as company these days emphasize more on the right attitude instead of academic results. I started my internship at SWM Wealth Management Advisers Sdn. Bhd, an insurance company. I came to this company all by myself, not knowing what I would be facing, what was being installed ahead of me. I am pursuing Entrepreneurship, and insurance is something which I am not familiar with. There were 16 interns in...
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...Introduction. (1) (2) The Finance Career Cluster focuses on planning, services for financial and investment planning, banking, insurance, and business financial management. (3) Financial Mathematics is a course about personal money management. Students will apply critical-thinking skills to analyze personal financial decisions based on current and projected economic factors. (4) Financial Mathematics will integrate career and postsecondary education planning into financial decision making. (5)(4) The mathematical process standards describe ways in which students are expected to engage in the content. The placement of the process standards at the beginning of the knowledge and skills listed for each grade and course is intentional. The process standards weave the other knowledge and skills together so that students may be successful problem solvers and use mathematics efficiently and effectively in daily life. The process standards are integrated at every grade level and course. When possible, students will apply mathematics to problems arising in everyday life, society, and the workplace. Students will use a problem-solving model that incorporates analyzing given information, formulating a plan or strategy, determining a solution, justifying the solution, and evaluating the problem-solving process and the reasonableness of the solution. Students will select appropriate tools such as real objects, manipulatives, paper and pencil, and technology and...
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...Career Exploration Paper One career that I am interested in is an Account Executive in Advertising. Tasks for such a job include: planning ads for businesses, picking the best way to advertise, meeting with artists to plan ads and show plans to customers. Other qualities are figuring out the costs of ads, working with budgets, layouts, computers, and products being presented. To be a successful Account Executive, one must be good at organizing projects and making decisions along with getting along well with others, being creative, dealing with stress, and speaking and writing well. It is recommended that you have a 4-Year Degree. It is recommended that you sell things, speak in public, write for a newspaper, work on a market research project, or play sports leading up to the job. The salary range for such a job is $66,500 to $102,500 per year. There is occasional travel that accompanies the job. Typically, most work is done in an office. It is a medium size category and is on the decline. Another career that I am interested in is a Financial Manager. He is responsible for keeping records of money a business makes and what it spends in taxes, wages, and benefits. He also looks at how much money a business made previously and estimates what it will make in the future along with telling management about new tax laws and insurance changes and making reports to the government. He gives management advice on how to spend their money, and uses computers, government reports, tax forms...
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...Information Technician A Career Pathway Research Denise Edwards The College of Westchester Health Information Technology 1564 - MED 215 – 21 FALL I 2015 Abstract This paper explores five published articles that report on information and results from research conducted online by the author about what career path she should take in order to achieve her goal of becoming a successful health information technician. Healthinformationtechnologycareers.com and similar websites highlight the vast amount of career opportunities that is available for anyone who is interested in continuing a career in the health information industry. They also showcase the different levels of education, skill sets and experience one would need in order to succeed as a health information technician. The author wanted to investigate what is the best path to take in becoming a registered health information technician. In her research, she found that it would be best that she continue her education – first in a bachelor’s program in healthcare administration for approximately two years; second – in a master’s program in health information technology for four years - this can either be done online or on campus. It was also discovered that while she is in school, she could either volunteer to work at a hospital or find part time employment at a small doctor’s office that could give the experience needed for a technician. The author also research what effect this career in Health Information would...
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