Implementation of an Employee Wellness Program on a Global Basis

Date of Award

8-5-2013

Document Type

Undergraduate Capstone Project

Degree Name

Master of Professional Studies

Organizational Unit

University College, Strategic Human Resources

Disciplines

Strategic HR Management

First Advisor

James Krefft

Keywords

Wellness programs, Global, Benefits, Health care, Return of investment barriers, Limited English proficiency, Health literacy

Abstract

Multinational organizations continue to seek ways to reduce healthcare costs and improve healthcare trends. Several have turned to formalized wellness programs. In order to assist human resource professionals in evaluating their organization's need for such programs there are several questions that must be answered related to an organization's needs, anticipated employee adoption of a program, and the costs associated with a program. This paper will review the persistence of chronic health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and cancer within the United States, the United Kingdom, and Mexico. Additionally, the paper will review suggested components that can be included in a formalized program, the mechanics of building a business case, and calculating the return on investment for a given program.

Publication Statement

Copyright is held by the author. Permanently suppressed.

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