Selma, an HR manager at a research center, explains to a new employee that he could be discharged for any or no reason, cause or no cause, unless it is specifically prohibited by law. The research center has what type of HR policy in place?

A) appeal doctrine
B) at-will doctrine
C) just cause contract
D) implied contract

At-Will Doctrine

Essentially means an employee hired for an indefinite period may be discharged for any or no reason, cause or no cause, unless specifically prohibited by law.

HR Policy

Guidelines and rules set by a company to manage its workforce and to regulate aspects such as recruitment, compensation, and employee relations.

Just Cause Contract

An employment agreement which specifies that an employee can only be terminated for specified, justifiable reasons.