Table of contents
1. Introduction
2. Definitions and Explanations
2.1. Family friendly policies
2.2. Organisational structures
2.3. Organisational cultures
3. Range of influence of family friendly policies to challenge
organisational structures and cultures
4. Conclusion
5. List of references
6. Statement of Acknowledgement
1. Introduction
Growing shortage of skilled labour, emancipation and the ongoing increasing desire of equal opportunities for women in executive positions, requires a rethinking of companies concerning their working conditions. The purpose of this essay is to evaluate the relevance of family friendly policies in current organisations. The paper will start by pointing out a definition and explanation of family friendly policies, organisational structure and organisational culture. The range of influence of these policies on organisational cultures and structures will be discussed. With the help of these facts it can be shown to which extent family friendly policies challenge the structure and culture of existing organizations.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Definitions and Explanations
- Family friendly policies
- Organisational structures
- Organisational cultures
- Range of influence of family friendly policies to challenge organisational structures and cultures
- Conclusion
- List of references
- Statement of Acknowledgement
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay aims to evaluate the significance of family friendly policies within contemporary organisations. The author explores the definition and explanation of these policies, organisational structure, and organisational culture. The essay then delves into the impact of family friendly policies on organisational cultures and structures. Ultimately, the goal is to examine the extent to which family friendly policies challenge the structure and culture of existing organisations.
- Definition and Explanation of Family Friendly Policies
- The Role of Organisational Structures
- The Influence of Organisational Cultures
- The Impact of Family Friendly Policies on Organisations
- The Challenge of Family Friendly Policies to Existing Structures and Cultures
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This section introduces the topic of family friendly policies in the context of evolving workplace demands, particularly regarding skilled labor shortages, gender equality, and women's aspirations for leadership roles. It establishes the essay's purpose, which is to evaluate the relevance of such policies in contemporary organizations.
- Definitions and Explanations: This chapter provides a detailed explanation of the key concepts: family friendly policies, organisational structures, and organisational cultures. It defines family friendly policies as strategies for achieving a balance between home and work life, highlighting the varying needs of employees throughout their careers. The chapter further explores the components of organisational structures and outlines different structural models used by companies.
- Range of influence of family friendly policies to challenge organisational structures and cultures: This section focuses on examining the extent to which family friendly policies can influence and challenge existing organizational structures and cultures. The author analyzes the potential impact of these policies on various aspects of organizations, considering factors such as size, employee power, and national context.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The primary keywords and focus topics include: family friendly policies, organisational structure, organisational culture, workforce diversity, work-life balance, employee empowerment, and the impact of national context on organisational practices.
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- MSc International Business Management with Logistics Thomas Bauer (Author), 2012, Evaluate the belief that family friendly policies are not fundamentally challenging existing organizational structures and cultures, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/205707
