A Case for Analysis

Case 1: The Case of the Malicious Manager

Strike, Inc. is a well-known company in the field of Information Technology

(IT). It has been the main and primary producer of educational software and
business operational progress like database filing, computerized payroll system
and hardware designed swipe machine and bar code system. Jeffrey Jacobs, the
manager, has been working for the company for almost 25 years. His expertise in
system application and development made him the best and the most competent
in the managerial position. He is aggressive and hardworking but at times
unpredictable and bossy. His personal attachment and close professional
interaction with female employees of the company have been noticed by many.

One day, Bernadette Ryan, the head of the system developers, went to
Jeffreys office for product consultation. The meeting went on the Jeffreys
comment about the new project is its market ability and user-friendly functionality.
Bernadette, on the other hand continued to explain the advantages of the system
when Jeffrey stood up and approached the door. She just continued discussing
the features of the new system being developed. Without her knowing it Jeffrey
suddenly appeared at her back, sort of listening to her discussion. Jeffrey started
to make sleek moves; he intentionally put his hands, touched and sort of
massaged Bernadettes shoulders. Bernadette was surprised about the actions
of her boss. She stood up and said, I better go. As she was walking out the
room, Jeffrey got hold of her arms and said, I know you like what Im doing.
Come on, try me! Bernadette felt that she was being harassed and exclaimed
Stop or Ill scream! This is sexual harassment! Jeffrey felt more aggressive and
told Bernadette that being the manager, he has the right to be the boss and
handle his subordinates his own way. Jeffrey further imposed that if she would
not submit herself to his personal aggression, he would tell other employees
about the incident. Moreover, he would definitely fire her and tell everyone that it
was Bernadette who did the first move of flirting. Bernadette was shocked. She
ran out of the door to get out of Jeffreys malicious and questionable disposition.

Questions:
1. Is the action of Jeffrey Jacob considered sexual harassment? If so, what
type of sexual harassment?
2. What appropriate actions should Bernadette do in order to prove that the
incident happened?
 3. State the implications of sexual harassment to Bernadette and to
organization

Problem:
Quid Pro Quo
Case Facts:
Bernadette Ryan is working for Jeffrey Jacobs
Jeffrey Jacobs is the Manager
Jeffrey Jacobs intentionally put his hands, touched and sort of massaged
Bernadettes shoulder
Jeffrey Jacobs blackmail Bernadette
Bernadette declined the offer
Analysis/Hypothesis
Based on the case, Jeffrey is using his position to get what he wants. First, he
will try to seduce the girl that she wants to get. Then if the girl