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SUMMER, 2009 MANAGEMENT 380
REGISTERED STUDENTS: Do you need a book?

We will be using the 2009 California Labor Law Digest
as the basic course text.The 2008 edition will only be a few
pages off and will require a little extra work on your part!

Students who want to sell their books are listed
at the bottom of this page. Check out the list!
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CSUN Management 380 Employment Practices, Spring 2009

Richard J. Zuromski, Ph.D.

CSUN Office:	BB 4207
Office Hours:	Tuesdays, Thursdays 5--6 pm and by Appointment
CSUN Telephone:	818-677-2457 (Management Department Office)
Business & CSUN Email:	RZuromski@jobPerformance.com (re: CSUN) OR Richard.Zuromski@csun.edu
Business Website:	www.jobPerformance.com
Mgmt. 380 Website page:	www.jobPerformance.com/csun380.html

Required Text:     California Labor Law Digest, 2009
                           (2 volumes), California Chamber of
                           Commerce

Required Website Reading:	www.eeoc.gov
	www.dol.gov/esa
	www.fehc.ca.gov
	www.fehc.ca.gov/act/law.asp
	www.edd.ca.gov
	www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/dlse.html

Course Objectives:

The purpose of this course is to develop students’ ability to effectively manage employees as managers/supervisors and/or business owners. Specifically, students will be able to understand and create policies, practices, and procedures designed to minimize the risk of liability arising from the employment relationship. Additionally, students will be able to develop strategies that could avoid litigation regarding adverse employment decisions. This course is an analysis of the procedures involved in the human resource function in light of legal and socio-demographic environments. Why and how employees are recruited and retained, and current issues and trends, will be evaluated.

(Throughout the course, these policies, practices, procedures, and strategies are collectively referred to as “best practices.”) Students will develop as managers who uphold not only the letter but the spirit of employment law in their individual decision-making and organizational practices.

In order to achieve these objectives, students will:

· experience practical applications needed by both managers and employees in the workplace

· analyze hypothetical and actual workplace situations

· review relevant statutes, judicial decisions, and administrative regulations that shape the rights and responsibilities in the workplace

· consider the law’s role as an agent of and respondent to social and demographic forces affecting the workplace

· examine the ethical dimensions of the employment relationship and dilemmas faced by employees and supervisors in today’s workplace.

Performance Evaluation

Test 1…	30 points
Test 2……..	30 points
Final Exam	40 points

Final grading (in points):

A.....93-100; A-.....90-92
B+.....87-89; B.....83-86; B-80-82
C+.....77-79; C.....73-76;  C-.....70-72
D+.....67-69; D.....63-66; D-.....60-62
F.....0-59

Classes, Topics, Chapters
1	Current business issues and government (Federal, State, and Local) regulations; Employment Life Cycle
2	Employment Life Cycle; Recruiting, Qualifying; Interviewing; Determining Best Candidates; Discrimination issues
3	On-boarding: Initial employment responsibilities and issues
4	Employer/Employee Relationship; Employment “at Will”; Alternative Employment; Independent Contractors; Foreign workers; Employing minors; Resume tips; Interviewing questions and techniques; Competency-based interviewing
5*	*TEST 1 (material to date) Wage and Hour Laws
6	Wage and Hour Laws; Payroll
7	Payroll, taxes, and other costs
8	Payroll; Employee Benefits; Mandated and Voluntary Leave Overall Cost of Employment including benefits
9*	*TEST 2 (material to date) Workplace Safety; Drugs, Alcohol, and Smoking; Sexual Harassment; Disabilities in the Workplace; Review areas of Discrimination
10	Technology in the Workplace—new areas of Productivity and Discipline; Confidentiality and Individual Rights; Policies and Procedures;
11	Documenting Discipline and Performance; Progressive Discipline and Termination
12	Emerging Management and Workforce Issues
13**	**FINAL EXAM--July 7
Rules of the Road
1.		ALL material covered in class, including Websites and handouts, are fair game for testing!
2.		Discuss any unusual problems (other than a medical emergency) IN ADVANCE with the professor.
3.		If you miss class, it is your responsibility to find out what you missed. You are urged to network with fellow students for updates.
4.		Tests are reviewed during the class period following the test. You must be present and participate in order to obtain additional consideration.
5.		Arrive on time (arriving late gets to me a little) and remain throughout the class. That way, class can start on time and continue without disruption. Students who disrupt the class (even cell phones), other than in a rare emergency, will be penalized.
6.		Academic Honesty: Please practice this! Any cheating or plagiarism will result in severe penalties in accordance with University policy (see the University Catalog for a complete discussion). Lets all take the TEAM approach to Ethics: Teach, Enforce, Advocate, and Model.
Student Core Values statement on the University Website at: http://www.csun.edu/busecon/students.html

NEED A BOOK
2009 California Labor Law Digest
The 2008 Book will only be a few pages off.... it will require a little extra work on your part!

Obviously, your first choice and most convenient is the campus bookstore. Price for the 2009 edition is approximately $150. The bookstore also has used books for sale at a reduced price.

Chamber of Commerce offices in many cities have books for sale: $100 - 149. If you work for someone who is a Chamber member, you could purchase a book through the business.

Where you work: Some students have had their employers buy the book and allow the student to use it during the semester. The employer then keeps the book as a valuable resource. (Some students sell their books to their employers at the end of the semester.)

You can call Hal Meyer, Sales Manager (my contact with the Chamber of Commerce) in Sacramento: 1-800-649-4921 x541 OR you can email him at hal.meyer@calchamber.com. You will have to give Hal your credit card info. The 2009 book will be (approx.) $89+tax+shipping which comes out to $105.

STUDENTS WHO WANT TO SELL THEIR 2009 & 2008 BOOKS (from Spring, 2009 and Fall, 2008)
Note: Please email me when you sell or buy a book and the name will be removed

Kristina, L.A., (323) 316-3008, kristina_belova7@yahoo.com, 2009, $80
Suzanne, Northridge, (818) 968-8820, suewong@gmail.com, 2009, $80
Jerrod, Santa Clarita, (661) 373-2402, jjferg20@aol.com, 2008, $50
Lindsay, Santa Clarita, LindsayKline20@gmail.com, 2008, $60
Amanda, Glendale, manyg87@gmail.com, 2009, $80
Mark, Hollywood/Burbank/Northridge, (818) 720-4672, MarkChivorchian@sbcglobal.net, 2009, $80
Kaloust, North Hills/Northridge/Reseda, (818) 661-8356, kkalustian@yahoo.com, 2009, $75
Sasha, Hollywood/Northridge, sashabobich@yahoo.com, 2008, $70
Carol, Culver City, (310) 384-7643, carolbetania@hotmail.com, 2009, $75
Shoshana, shoshana.phillips.38@csun.edu, 2009, $80
Robert, Santa Clarita, (661) 341-1672, rbrt_slcma@yahoo.com, 2008, $50
Chris, Northridge, (323) 240-5933, dc4786@yahoo.com, 2008, $80
Josh, West L.A., (310) 867-1290, josueg.sanchez@gmail.com, 2009, $80
Matthew, Thousand Oaks, (805) 807-7774, matthewjamesrice@yahoo.com, 2009, $80
Dianne, Northridge, (818) 903-8838, dianne.eusebio@gmail.com, 2009, $80
Carla, Granada Hills, (661) 435-7348, cpc74266@aol.com, 2008, $50
Jennifer, Burbank, (818) 326-9466, jejoon18@yahoo.com, 2008, $70

THESE ARE STUDENTS FROM THE FALL, 2008--THE BOOKS ARE THE 2008 EDITION
Antonio, Culver City/Northridge, (323) 481-6370, abautista3@hotmail.com, $75 like new
Art, Northridge, (310) 749-6199, artm21@aol.com, $80 excellent, like new
Anastasia, Northridge, (805) 252-3616, babanskaia@gmail.com, $100 new
Fazila, Northridge, (818) 943-7034, fazila.popil569@csun.edu, $90 new
Sam, Beverly Hills/CSUN, (310) 435-0670, hashofet2@hotmail.com, $100
Robin, Northridge, (818) 359-1456, robin.dirro@gmail.com, $75 like new
Patricia Lopez, Northridge, (818) 439-6716, pattylopez12@gmail.com, $75
Sara Hanna, Santa Clarita, (661) 645-7889, sara.hanna.7@csun.edu, $80 new
Jenny, Van Nuys, (323) 428-7600, ybrus177@gmail.com, $75 like new
Sahak, Studio City/Van Nuys, (323) 810-2686, sahakshi@yahoo.com, $75 excellent condition
Linda, Northridge, lindawhite2108@yahoo.com, $75

Homework Assignment 5/26/09

CIRCLE THOSE QUESTIONS THAT ARE PROBABLY ACCEPTABLE AND NON-DISCRIMINATORY:

Some are OK, but others are discriminatory and probably illegal and some are potentially discriminatory and could be illegal. A number of these questions belong only on the job application.

1.        What kind of name is Zuromski?

2.       What is your maiden name?

3.       Mr. Dumbarariarian, why did you change your name?

4.       Did you work or attend school under another name?

5.       Do you own or rent your home?

6.       What section of the city do you live in?

7.       I see that you live in Palmdale. Will you have any problem with getting to work on time?

8.       Who do you live with?

9.       If we choose to employ you, can you verify your legal right to work in the United States?

10.     Are you a naturalized or native-born citizen?

11.      (statement) Before we continue, show me your green card….

12.     Are you able to work overtime, evenings, and weekends?

13.     Are you married or single?

14.     Tell me about your family situation?

15.     Our medical plan does not include family coverage. Do you have a problem with that?

16.     How will your spouse feel about you traveling with a person of the other sex?

17.     Do you have plans to get married?

18.     Wow! You look six or seven months pregnant. If we hire you, will you return to work after having the baby?

19.     Do you have any children?

20.    We have a great child care program here. Will you be able to take advantage of it?

21.     How do you feel about women’s lib?

22.    What do you think about romance in the workplace?

23.    What holidays do you celebrate?

24.    This job requires everyday staffing. Can you work weekends?

25.    Our store meetings are on Sunday mornings. Will you be able to attend?

26.    What is a Bar Mitzvah?

27.    Have you ever been arrested?

28.    Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

29.    How did you get that scar?

30.    Do you have any tattoos?

31.     When did you lose your arm?

32.    Does your school record suggest any learning disabilities?

33.    Do you have the HIV virus or AIDS?

34.    Do you drink alcoholic beverages?

35.    Did you ever use illegal drugs?

36.    Are you on any meds?

37.    How good is your health?

38.    Do you have any disabilities that would affect your work?

39.    Has anyone in your family had a nervous disorder or emotional problems?

40.    California law does not allow smoking in the workplace. Are you able to work while smoking only at breaks and lunch?

41.     Has anyone in your family been treated for cancer?

42.    Have you ever been treated for cancer?

43.    What kind of car do you drive?

44.    This job requires you to drive a company vehicle. Do you have a valid driver’s license?

45.    Have you ever been in the military?

46.    What type of discharge did you receive from the army?

47.    Tell me about you’re the work you did in the navy?

48.    What do you think about the job that George Bush is doing?

49.    Tell me about all the clubs that you participated in while at CSUN?

50.    Do you belong to any work-related clubs, organizations, or professional associations?

51.     What is the name and address of a relative to be notified in case of emergency?

52.    Can you speak Spanish?

53.    What languages can you speak fluently?

54.    How did you learn Armenian?

55.    Did you attend parochial school?

56.    A photograph may be required after you are hired. Can you provide one?

57.    How many years do you plan to work before retiring?

58.    What year did you graduate from high school?

59.    (statement) You seem to be in pretty good shape for someone, uh, about 45….?

60.    How tall are you?

61.     How much do you weigh?

62.    Can you lift 70 pounds?

63.    Do you think that you can supervise women (or men – the opposite sex) and how do you thing that they will react?

64.    How do you think older employees will react if I hire you?

65.    Are you willing to put career interests before self-interests?

66.    Who referred you to us?

67.    (statement) I assume that you are not a natural blonde, right…?

68.    Tell me about your last boss. Was he rotten…?

69.    Do you have any messy lawsuits going on?

70.    Did your mom and dad pay your tuition when you went to Northridge?

ASSIGNMENT JUNE 9 (See Chapter 14 for procedure)

COMPUTE THE REGULAR (STRAIGHT) HOURS, OVERTIME HOURS, AND DOUBLE TIME HOURS FOR THE FOLLOWING:

#	SAT	SUN	MON	TUES	WED	THUR	FRI	TOTAL	REG	1.5X	2.0X
a.	8	8	6			6	10
b.	6	6	6	10	10	10
c.	7	7	7	7	7	7	7
d.	2	4	6	8	10	12	14
e.	2	4	10	10
f.				12	12	12	12
g.	7	8	14	14
h.	7	6		10	10	10
i.		8	10	8	10	10
j.	5	5	5	5	5	5	5
k.	12	14	16
l.	7	4	10	10			12
m.		8	9	9	9	9
n.	12		12		12		12
o.	7	6	4	4		10	10
p.	7	8 v	8 v			8	12
q.	10	10		10	10
r.	10	16	16	8
s.	7	8 s	4	8	4	8	4
t.	7	8	8		8	6	9
u.	10	12	14	8
v.	7	6	7	8	9	10	11
w.	11	10	9	8	7	6	5
x.	7	4	4	4	4	4	4
y.	7	8	9	8 s	9	12

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