This course offers an in-depth exploration of compensation and benefits as key components of an organization’s total rewards strategy. Students will examine the principles and practices of compensation design, including pay structures, incentive programs, and performance-based rewards, along with the challenges of maintaining internal equity and external competitiveness. The course also covers a broad range of employee benefits—both domestic and international—and considers the legal, cultural, and strategic implications of these offerings. Emphasis is placed on evolving compensation trends, data-driven decision-making, and insights from business professionals. By the end of the course, students will possess the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to pursue careers in compensation and benefits management.
A Windows-based PC that meets the requirements outlined on the following web page:
https://www.ciat.edu/student-resources/system-requirements/
Textbook
Joseph Martocchio
9780138183738 / 9780138106102
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