Compliance and ethics program

A private industry survey of 179 Fair Trade farmers from Central America and Mexico came to the conclusion that more than half of their families still go hungry for several months of each year. The wage of $1.55/lb leaves the farmer only 50¢/lb after the fees, taxes, and expenses. Antonio admits that without the higher wage provided by Fairtrade, he would be unable to continue to grow coffee but it still is not enough to keep him out of debt. The CEO of Transfair USA stated in response, “What…

“We live in a time where it is pertinent to be flexible and competitive, while diversity is critical to an organizations competitive success” (Green, Lopez, Wysocki & Kepner, 2002, p. 214). “We live in a world with potentially transformative social, demographic and environmental forces at work” (Our Approach, n.d.). Garcia (1995) presents a suitable definition of diversity “The term multicultural diversity competence refers to the ability to demonstrate respect and understanding, to…

The Independence requirements in this section that apply to a Network Firm apply to any entity, such as a consulting practice or professional law practice, that meets the definition of a Network Firm irrespective of whether the entity itself meets the definition of a Firm. 290.14 To enhance their ability to provide Professional Services, Firms frequently form larger structures with other Firms and entities. Whether these larger structures create a Network depends on the particular facts…

I. Introduction Private Security Companies (PSC) offer military- and security-related services around the world in austere, undeveloped, and failed nations, as well as in fragile, developing, and democratizing nations. Comprised of highly-skilled individuals, PSCs have an arsenal of unique and coveted capabilities available to them, which their clients consider essential for their specific needs. With services ranging from dangerous, adrenaline-filled, armed combat missions to honorable…

When conducting company business, for example, emails, voicemails, telephone extensions, and internet usage employee’s computers are only to be used for company business. Any employees that are authorized to use company internet many use it to access additional software. If software is needed or websites, not already on the company network, talk to your manager and or the IT department to get request authorized (Heathfield, 2016). Company owned equipment devices or computers including but not…

INTRODUCTION Paralegal certification is available in four states while only two states offer document preparer certifications through their State Bar Associations. These states require a certification examination to educationally qualified paralegals or legal assistants prior to the Bar Associations authorizing the paralegal to use the title of “Certified Paralegal,” however, certification is not required in these states to work as a paralegal. The American Bar Association defines a paralegal…

Social media sites can be a great way for healthcare professionals to network with colleagues and share health information. Healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and physical therapists, have plenty of options when it comes to establishing an online presence. Like all of us, they can start a blog or join networks like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and MySpace. There are also online communities exclusively for healthcare practitioners. Although it has taken them time…

In 1873, Linda Richards became the first nurse to graduate from a formal nursing program. She made several contributions to nursing, the greatest being the establishment of nurse training schools, including the first school of psychiatric nursing at the McLean Asylum in Massachusetts. These nurse training schools taught custodial care…

Need of the hour: Professional Development of Teachers in India Education is the source of all achievements in the journey of one 's whole life. Education broadens the horizon of understanding it makes the man know the worth of him as well as others. History is a witness that no country became successful without educated citizens. Good education is a passport to a comfortable and prosperous life. My nation India is on the march towards a bright and prosperous tomorrow. The social organ plays…

and the accomplishment of the organization's goals and objectives. HRM is moving away from traditional personnel, administration, and transactional roles. HRM is now expected to add value to the strategic utilization of employees and that employee programs impact the business in measurable ways. The new role of HRM involves providing strategic direction to the talent of the organization. Attract, Retain & motivate the right talent to get a competitive edge. 1.2 HRD @ Deloitte…