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nelaaney

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The point method of job evaluation is the most frequently used job evaluation method, but it is also associated with lawsuits involving comparable worth. In a brief essay, explain the point method of job evaluation and why it is problematic for firms in r
 
  In a brief essay, explain the point method of job evaluation and why it is problematic for firms in regards to comparable worth.
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The less human capital one possesses, the greater his worth and leverage in negotiations with an employer.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: The point method is a quantitative technique. It involves identifying (1) several compensable factors, each having several degrees, as well as (2) the degree to which each of these factors is present in the job. Assume there are five degrees of responsibility a job could contain. Further, assume you assign a different number of points to each degree of each factor. Once the evaluation committee determines the degree to which each compensable factor (like responsibility and effort) is present in the job, it can calculate a total point value for the job by adding up the corresponding points for each factor. The result is a quantitative point rating for each job. Comparable worth has implications for job evaluation. Virtually every comparable worth case that reached a court involved the use of the point method of job evaluation. By assigning points to dissimilar jobs, point plans facilitate comparability ratings among different jobs. Perhaps the wisest approach is for employers to price their jobs as they see fit (with or without point plans), but to ensure that women have equal access to all jobs. In other words, eliminate the wage discrimination issue by eliminating sex-segregated jobs..

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nelaaney

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Reply 2 on: Jul 7, 2018
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