Honors theses completed at Western Michigan University are entered into ScholarWorks. Some may be embargoed or restricted by the authors or we have been unable to reach the authors, so the theses may be only available from on-campus computers. If you are an author of an honors thesis and would like to make it available off campus or if you have any questions, please contact wmu-scholarworks@wmich.edu.
Theses from 2022
The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Human Resource Management Practices of the American Auto Industry, Connor Bradley
Theses from 2021
The Impact of COVID - 19 on the Student Experience: A WMU Student Survey and Study, Henry Thiry
Theses from 2020
Field Research Exploring Female Leadership Roles and Challenges in the Workplace, Grace Biddinger
Global Emergencies: How Do They Affect Supply Chain Management Students?, Alexander Stratton
Theses from 2019
Knowledge Gap: Supply Chain Students and Employers, Kathryn Bules
Strategic Continuity Plan, Margaret Scannell
Preparing college graduates for Work Success in a rapid changing modern-day business landscape., Benito Vavra
Theses from 2018
CIS 6400: Data Analytics Book, Rachel Larson
Business Plan: Consulting Firm focused on Manufacturing Digitalization, Edward Mulford
Theses from 2017
An Analysis of Staffing Best Practices with an Emphasis on Small Business, Joshua Angles
Hockey Data Analytics, Travis Culhane
How Autonomous Vehicles Are Driving the Future, Savannah Fragosos
Kalamazoo Wings Student Participation Campaign, Kelly Hughes
Litvo Business Plan, Aaron McClendon
Identity Development in Korean-American Adoptees: A Content Analysis of Personal Reflections, Charles Rachor
The Stigma Against Tattoos in the Workplace: San Francisco versus Kalamazoo Area, Sarah Wroblewski
Theses from 2016
Friendly and Economically Viable Alternative to Big Oil, Ryan Kohsel
Predictors of Employee Engagement in the Workplace, Kylie Rumsey
A Five-Year Integration Plan for Syrian Refugees Residing in Italian Refugee Camps, Megan Vander Boon
Study in the States: Making an Impact on Honors Education, Hayley Weston
Theses from 2015
Cross-examining the United States and Germany's Education and Employee Treatments in Relation to the Unemployment Rate, Natalie Cook
Mud Volleyball Tournament Fundraiser Event Supporting the Water Project, Autumn Gammon
Effects of minimum wage changes on the development and use of the student employee pay rate structure at Western Michigan University, Kristin Kinney
Western Client: A Business Plan, Connor Makowski
For the Fund$ of it: Product Development, Josie Marshall
Theses from 2014
The SHRM Assurance of Learning Assessment and Human Resource Graduates, Alexis Fiocchi
The Business of Human Trafficking, Elizabeth Kaczmarek
Theses from 2013
"Ovar" come the silence for Ovarian Cancer Awareness, Amanda Klage
Leadership: Learning to surf into a wave of change, Zachary Putnam
"The Living Building Challenge", Giovanni Roberto
Theses from 2012
Carsharing Vendor Analysis, Amani Gaillard
Navigating the Skills of Successful Leaders in Business and Sailing, Aras A. Karaitis
Building Experience Beyond Academics, Katherine M. Ragan
Theses from 2011
Preparation Materials for HR Assurance of Learning Exam, Nicole Drew
Theses from 2010
Best Practices in Environmental Management with Golf Course Operations, Jay Parker Gibson
Army Supply Chain Management: Trends and Parellels with Industry, Matthew C. Olson
Theories of Leadership, Followship, and Motivation, Amy S. Pietrzak
African Water: An Experience with Project Management in Bulima, Tanzania, Robert Sharp
Determinants of Undergraduate Students' Perceptions of College Jobs, Alexander D. Smith
A Study of: Activity Based Costing and its Role in Process Improvement, Sarah Stocchiero
Theses from 2009
Private-Public Partnerships to Improve Communities, Benjamin Brown
ROPES Course Evaluation: A Proposal for Study, Elizabeth Gartner
Theses from 2008
RFID Integration: An Analysis and Solution for Implementers, Marie K. Chapman
Beuna Vida S.A.: Search for the Good Life, Blake Nichols
Starting a Cake Bakery, Megan Savage
Theses from 2007
SAP Implementation: The Difference Between Successful Implementation and Failure, Elizabeth M. Aven
Growth for the Sake of Growth: The Mismanagement of NASCAR, David G. Beach
Why Most Mergers Fail: An Emphasis on the Human Factors, Kimberly DeFouw
International Business Culture: A Comparative Guide to International Business Culture Through Higher Education, Cristin McCurley
Lean Supply Chain Analysis and Application, Kyle Uhen
Theses from 2006
A Comparative Analysis of Human Rights Laws in the United States and Australia, Emily F. Chalifoux
Lean Manufacturing Techniques in Today's World Class Manufacturers, Kelly Clickner
Lean Manufacturing and its Implications in Research & Development, Jamie Fluhart
An Assessment of Family and Medical Leave Policy, Stefanie Wilde
Theses from 2005
Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra: Crisis Management Plan, Allison A. Gnotek
Effectively Leading a Student Organization: Society for Excellence in Human Resources, Keri L. Tate
The Kalamazoo County Child Abuse & Neglect Council: Challenges and Opportunities, Wendy Vander Meulen
Theses from 2004
The S.M.E.D. System and How it Benefits Manufacturing Processes, Gary Berquist
"The H.R. Role in a Corporation" - A Reflection of an Internship at Domino's Pizza LLC, Karl R.H. De Nazareth
Mom or Manager?: How Social Factors and Personal Choice Affect the Work/Family Balance in the United States, Japan and Germany, Christine E. Mueller
Bistro Bavarde: A Conceptual Restaurant Proposal, Stephanie Marie Supp
Age Discrimination in Employment: Another Day at the Office, Ryan Trierweiler
A Local Market Analysis of Various Exempt and Non-Exempt Positions at a Community Mental Health Provider, Stephanie Wallace
Northern Michigan Hospital Nursing Strike, Brian Zellner
Theses from 2003
Improving Truck Processing Productivity Through Project Teamwork, John Clark
A Photographic Portrayal of European Architecture, Christina D. Parsch
Feasibility Study for Spencer Inc., Joe Spencer
Affiliation of Authors in Production and Operations Management Journals, Steven M. Yager
Theses from 2002
Business Process of Beckering Advisor Incorporated, David J. Beckering
Freedom of Choice: High Risk Investment Choices at Stake, Julie M. Godfrey
The Organizational Value of Diversity, Nancy J. July
Employee Empowerment: A Strategic Management Initiative for the Future, Angela Kinley
Expatriate Training, Nichole Smith
Theses from 2001
Determining the Appropriate Role of Online Bidding in a Growing B2B Marketplace, Julie Olszewski
Current and Future Trends in MRO Procurement, Edward G. Pederson
Theses from 2000
Critiquing the Corporate Culture: Using Virtue Ethics in Business, Melanie Bigler
Business Plan for the Development of Office and Apartment Units in Suttons Bay, Michigan, Michelle Charise Evatt
Integrated Supply Matrix Management "Success is up to You", Jill Ann Marske
Case Study of a Business in Crisis, Joan McDowell
Y Save? Investing Interest in the Future, Andrea Petersen
Theses from 1995
Total Quality Management and Non-Profit Organizations: Problems and Progress, Tricia Rapson
Theses from 1992
Total Quality Service: A Necessity for Survival and a Generator of Success, Brenda M. Particka
Theses from 1991
The Effects of Perceived Consequences on Ethical Decisions, Eldean Gwen Cornish
Inventory Ordering Decisions Over the Product Life Cycle, Matthew J. Seiler
Theses from 1985
Quality Circles: Are They Successful in American Manufacturing?, Steven G. Siebert
Theses from 1984
The Feasibility of Health Circle Becoming a Medicare Certified Health Maintenance Organization, Bruce Ermatinger
Theses from 1975
Impediments to the Improvement of National Administration and Public Management in Developing Nations, Mursi S. Abubaker
Management Practice in Saudi Arabia -- The Arabian Oil Company, Hassan Al-Duliajan
Theses from 1972
Laboratory Research Enterprises, Inc. -- Administrative Office Reorganization, Susan McClay
Theses from 1971
A Survey of the Attitudes and Practices of the Top One Hundred Corporate Food Retailers Toward Employee Pilferage and Customer Shoplifting, Richard J. Lorenzetti and Gregg Turley