5Compensation

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Learning Objectives

By the end of this chapter, you should be able to:

 

• Define the characteristics of an effective compensation program.

• Write effective generic and specific job descriptions.

• Conduct position evaluations.

• Differentiate among various compensation programs.

Joanna and Marcus work as senior compensation analysts in the HR department of a mid-sized bank. Lucy, the vice president of compensation, has asked them to conduct a thorough review of the bank’s compensation program. The reason: The bank has just been hit with a salary discrimination class action suit alleging inequitable monetary treatment of men and ...

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