Running Head: PREMISE 1
Running Head: PREMISE 1
Generation Z
University
PSYC 8115
Professor
June 11, 2017
Short Background
The generational cohort is one of the categorical terms used to describe broad swaths of individuals (Rumbaut, 2004). There are currently four generations working side by side in today’s workforce, yet very soon, there will be a fifth adding to the mix as the oldest generation ages out of the workforce and enters retirement (Zemke, Raines, & Filipczak, 2000). The newest generation that will be going to work soon is Generation Z, who were born toward the end of the 1990’s to 2010. This generation witnessed the 9/11 attacks from elementary school and endured OIF/OEF each day of their lives, with many seeing parents sent off to the Middle East and shipped home in body bags or with extreme disabilities. They have always known of Homeland Security’s threat levels to include increased airport security. These youths have watched the mistakes their predecessors have made on social media websites, and are less inclined to post graphic photos of themselves (Fedele, 2016). This next generation of our youth is soon to be the target demographic of colleges, militaries, private industries, and commerce.
Problem Statement or the Problem with my Problem Statement
I need advice as to what exactly I am going to measure, I want to know how organizations will bring the next generation into the fold, how will they target, solicit, and entice them to come work for their organization. What would be attractive to Generation Z? I am leaning on a quantitative research method that will deploy a questionnaire to the generation before they graduate high school and join the working class. Any assistance would greatly be appreciated!
References:
Rumbaut, R. G. (2004). Ages, life stages, and generational cohorts: Decomposing the immigrant first and second generations in the United States. International imigration review, 38(3), 1160-1205.
Fedele, R. (2016). Generation Next. Australian Nursing & Midwifery. Journal. Vol. 23. No. 7. pp 16.
Zemke, R., Raines, C., & Filipczak, B. (2000). Generations at Work: Managing the Clash of Veterans, Boomers, Xers, and Nexters in Your Workplace. New York, N.Y.: American Management Association,
Instructor Feed Back
I am returning this without a grade. Give it more thought and submit a proper Premise.
Week 3, Main Discussion Post:
Why are you specifically interested in this topic?
When conducting research for my previous classes, many of the classroom references are a decade old and often older. I wanted a topic that was important now or will be in the next five years. There are few scholarly articles about Generation Z and how they will integrate into the workforce. The mere thought of writing such a lengthy project such as a dissertation is overwhelming, but if nothing come from the work then that is a massive waste of my time and all those involved. I want my work to benefit others and that would make the whole process worth the struggle.
What is the specific problem or condition being explored?
Generation Z is still maturing, there is still so much to learn about them (Kick, Contacos-Sawyer, & Thomas, 2015). I look at this as a huge gap to explore. I am trying to focus on the recruitment of this generation into the workforce. Igel and Urquhart (2012), identifies a that this new generation is not team players and tend to work much better on their own. So my focus specifically is how will an organization attract, hire, and retain them.
What is the professional value of the study?
As organizations attempt to plan their recruiting efforts, I imagine that some larger companies will turn to scholarly literature to add to their campaign procedures. I truly hope that even the smallest discovery in my research will help hiring managers accomplish their goals.
Identify any obstacles that could arise if this preliminary topic becomes your actual dissertation.
The biggest issue that I may face in conducting research and getting through the IRB is getting to the target population of 13 to 17-year-olds. I do have several plans for reaching this audience, I have been in contact with local high schools as well as the one I graduated from.
References:
Igel, C., Urquhart, V. (2012). Generation Z, Meet Cooperative Learning. Middle School Journal. Vol. 43. No. 4.
Kick, A., Contacos-Sawyer, J. & Thomas, B,(2015). How Generation Z’s Reliance on Digital Communication Can Affect Future Workplace Relationships. Competition Forum. Vol. 13. No 2
Generation Z
University
PSYC 8115
Professor
June 11, 2017
Short Background
The generational cohort is one of the categorical terms used to describe broad swaths of individuals (Rumbaut, 2004). There are currently four generations working side by side in today’s workforce, yet very soon, there will be a fifth adding to the mix as the oldest generation ages out of the workforce and enters retirement (Zemke, Raines, & Filipczak, 2000). The newest generation that will be going to work soon is Generation Z, who were born toward the end of the 1990’s to 2010. This generation witnessed the 9/11 attacks from elementary school and endured OIF/OEF each day of their lives, with many seeing parents sent off to the Middle East and shipped home in body bags or with extreme disabilities. They have always known of Homeland Security’s threat levels to include increased airport security. These youths have watched the mistakes their predecessors have made on social media websites, and are less inclined to post graphic photos of themselves (Fedele, 2016). This next generation of our youth is soon to be the target demographic of colleges, militaries, private industries, and commerce.
Problem Statement or the Problem with my Problem Statement
I need advice as to what exactly I am going to measure, I want to know how organizations will bring the next generation into the fold, how will they target, solicit, and entice them to come work for their organization. What would be attractive to Generation Z? I am leaning on a quantitative research method that will deploy a questionnaire to the generation before they graduate high school and join the working class. Any assistance would greatly be appreciated!
References:
Rumbaut, R. G. (2004). Ages, life stages, and generational cohorts: Decomposing the immigrant first and second generations in the United States. International imigration review, 38(3), 1160-1205.
Fedele, R. (2016). Generation Next. Australian Nursing & Midwifery. Journal. Vol. 23. No. 7. pp 16.
Zemke, R., Raines, C., & Filipczak, B. (2000). Generations at Work: Managing the Clash of Veterans, Boomers, Xers, and Nexters in Your Workplace. New York, N.Y.: American Management Association,
Instructor Feed Back
I am returning this without a grade. Give it more thought and submit a proper Premise.
Week 3, Main Discussion Post:
Why are you specifically interested in this topic?
When conducting research for my previous classes, many of the classroom references are a decade old and often older. I wanted a topic that was important now or will be in the next five years. There are few scholarly articles about Generation Z and how they will integrate into the workforce. The mere thought of writing such a lengthy project such as a dissertation is overwhelming, but if nothing come from the work then that is a massive waste of my time and all those involved. I want my work to benefit others and that would make the whole process worth the struggle.
What is the specific problem or condition being explored?
Generation Z is still maturing, there is still so much to learn about them (Kick, Contacos-Sawyer, & Thomas, 2015). I look at this as a huge gap to explore. I am trying to focus on the recruitment of this generation into the workforce. Igel and Urquhart (2012), identifies a that this new generation is not team players and tend to work much better on their own. So my focus specifically is how will an organization attract, hire, and retain them.
What is the professional value of the study?
As organizations attempt to plan their recruiting efforts, I imagine that some larger companies will turn to scholarly literature to add to their campaign procedures. I truly hope that even the smallest discovery in my research will help hiring managers accomplish their goals.
Identify any obstacles that could arise if this preliminary topic becomes your actual dissertation.
The biggest issue that I may face in conducting research and getting through the IRB is getting to the target population of 13 to 17-year-olds. I do have several plans for reaching this audience, I have been in contact with local high schools as well as the one I graduated from.
References:
Igel, C., Urquhart, V. (2012). Generation Z, Meet Cooperative Learning. Middle School Journal. Vol. 43. No. 4.
Kick, A., Contacos-Sawyer, J. & Thomas, B,(2015). How Generation Z’s Reliance on Digital Communication Can Affect Future Workplace Relationships. Competition Forum. Vol. 13. No 2
