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    The Fifties Revival

    Kodz J, Kersley B, Bates P | Jul 1999 | Institute for Employment Studies

    This study, funded by the IES Research Club, was based on analysis of the literature and secondary data on the demographic and labour market characteristics of the older workforce, as well as interviews with five leading employers from a range of sectors, and a one-day workshop with IES Corporate Members. The aim of the interviews and the workshop was to draw out the implications of the secondary data analysis for HR policy and practice.

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    Graduates Mean Business

    Tackey N D, Perryman S | Jun 1999 | Institute for Employment Studies

    This report focuses attention, among other things, on the support various stakeholders in higher education provide for students considering self-employment.

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    Teleworking and Globalisation

    Huws U, Jagger N, O'Regan S | Jun 1999 | Institute for Employment Studies

    Drawing on extensive experience and comprehensive data analysis, IES researchers have developed an innovative new approach, making it possible for the first time to compare trends in teleworking and identify which countries are successfully attracting the new jobs, and which risk losing employment. This allows policy-makers to identify risks and opportunities and identify both competitors and potential collaborators.

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    Graduate Salaries and Vacancies 1999 Summer Update Survey

    Jagger N, Aston J | May 1999 | Association of Graduate Recruiters

    This publication is no longer available.

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    From People to Profits

    The HR link in the service-profit chain

    Barber L, Hayday S, Bevan S | May 1999 | Institute for Employment Studies

    This report presents the results of the most detailed UK work yet to explore how employee attitudes and behaviour can improve customer retention and, as a consequence, company sales performance. It presents compelling data to demonstrate these links, highlights the 'Attitude Chain' model which underpins it, and highlights how other businesses can take this work forward in their own markets.

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    Making the Right Choice - How Students Choose Universities and Colleges

    Connor H, Burton R, Pearson R, Pollard E, Regan J | May 1999 | Universities UK

    A major national study undertaken by IES into student choice of full-time higher education in the UK, in particular, choice of institution. The study comprised: surveys of 2,000 16 year olds and 20,000 applicants to HE in 1998, interviews with a further 200 students and analysis of UCAS and other statistics on HE applicants. It reveals what students want in terms of information and how it is presented, in order to make sound, well-informed choices for a successful course of study. It also explains how universities and higher education colleges can improve their prospects of attracting students.

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    Making the Right Choice - How Students Choose Universities and Colleges - Appendix 1 The survey of applicants

    Connor H, Burton R, Pearson R, Pollard E, Regan J | May 1999 | Universities UK

    A major national study undertaken by IES into student choice of full-time higher education in the UK, in particular, choice of institution. The study comprised: surveys of 2,000 16 year olds and 20,000 applicants to HE in 1998, interviews with a further 200 students and analysis of UCAS and other statistics on HE applicants. It reveals what students want in terms of information and how it is presented, in order to make sound, well-informed choices for a successful course of study.

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    Making the Right Choice - How Students Choose Universities and Colleges - Appendix 2 The Year 11/S4 survey

    Connor H, Burton R, Pearson R, Pollard E, Regan J | May 1999 | Universities UK

    A major national study undertaken by IES into student choice of full-time higher education in the UK, in particular, choice of institution. The study comprised: surveys of 2,000 16 year olds and 20,000 applicants to HE in 1998, interviews with a further 200 students and analysis of UCAS and other statistics on HE applicants. It reveals what students want in terms of information and how it is presented, in order to make sound, well-informed choices for a successful course of study.

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    The IPD Guide on Choosing Your Computerised Personnel System

    Robinson D, Edward A | May 1999 | Institute of Personnel and Development

    Computerised Personnel Systems, once expensive specialist tools, are now accessible to everyone and play a crucial role in achieving organisational goals. This document provides guidance on making the business case, deciding what you want, evaluating what is on offer, and addressing implementation. This publication is no longer available.

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    The IPD Guide on Using Your Computerised Personnel System

    Robinson D, Edward A | May 1999 | Institute of Personnel and Development

    Going live with a computerised personnel system is just the beginning. The real challenge is using the system well. This guide focuses on those factors that either help or hinder the effective use of a system. Many of these issues are directly related to the organisation: its people, resources, knowledge, commitment, expectation and attitudes. This publication is no longer available.