What does the term HRM mean to you and to what extent is it possible to have policies and practices that meet the needs and objectives of organisations and individuals?
Assignment Brief & Instructions
Course Title : Introduction to Human Resource Management
Course Code : QB2006
Submission Deadline : 5pm, Sunday, 1 November 2020
Assessment Method : Summative
Assessment Type : Essay (40%)
Executive Summary : No
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General Instructions
Word Count: 2000 words. This excludes: Cover Sheet, References, and Appendices. Word count should not be exceeded (an allowance of +/ – 10% of the stated value is allowed). Words submitted in excess of the allowance will not be read and will not contribute to the grade awarded.
Please state the word count in the box on the Submission Cover Sheet (see template below).
Referencing: The Harvard Reference Standard should be used for all submissions. Students should familiarise themselves with the
Figures & Tables: All figures and tables should be numbered, bear a clear description, and note any source(s) used in their creation.
Presentation and Submission of Assignment:
IMPORTANT: STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO RETAIN AN ELECTRONIC COPY OF THE ASSIGNMENT
Task Statement
Students are to write a 2000 word, research-and-analysis essay (+/-10%) specifically addressing the question below.
Assignment Purpose Statement
Assignment Question / Assessment Topic
The tutor is looking for interpretations of HRM in the first part of the question. In the second part the tutor would like to know how these interpretations influence HR policies and practices that may be introduced and aligned with the overarching organisational strategy. Use examples where appropriate.
Specifications and Requirements
Structure: Students are reminded that essays should have a beginning, a middle, and an end. Moreover, each paragraph should contain one point which is reasoned thoroughly and explained well. Paragraphs should be linked appropriately to form a consistent narrative throughout.
Content: students must demonstrate: [i] knowledge of the subject area in question; [ii] the ability to search out additional (relevant) material to that given in the lectures; [iii] the ability to collate material into logical and coherent lines of reasoning in a critical and analytical fashion; and [iv] the ability to inform the reader whilst answering the question.
Presentation: All essays must be typed. All Figures, Charts and Diagrams must be labelled and referred to in the text.
See Appendices 2 & 3 for further details.
Again, all submission MUST be written in the student’s own words – unreferenced ‘cut and paste’ of material found on the internet, or in journals or books, is plagiarism and will be penalised according to the University’s policy. All submissions must accurately acknowledge the contributions of others (i.e. they must properly reference quotes, ideas, diagrams, etc.). A full Reference List (listed alphabetically), including websites accessed, must be provided on the final page using the Harvard Referencing style.
Other Presentation Tips
Appendix 1
Submission Cover Sheet
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Students who are unsure of what plagiarism is, or to avoid plagiarism in action, should see their Course Coordinator or other Teaching Team Member.
By submitting this document electronically, the submitting student agrees that it constitutes a signed undertaking affirming the above as being a true and accurate statement of facts in relation to the assignment to which it is attached.
Appendix 2
Assessment Criteria
Assessment criteria
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Comments
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Organisation and presentation
The structure of the essay/report is clear and logically organised, with appropriate use of sub-headings and paragraphs. The essay/report sticks to the key focus of the question. A coherent and connected line of argument is developed. The essay/report is written in concise plain English with attention given to grammar and spelling. Appropriate references are given and cited correctly a full bibliography is included. |
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Knowledge – theories, concepts, application
The major issues and arguments are addressed. Theories, concepts and data are relevant and selected to support and illustrate the arguments. Use and application of theories, concepts and data are correct and support the interpretation being made. Sufficient and relevant references are consulted. |
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Evidence of critical thought
The essay/report offers a comprehensive and critical evaluation of the results. The essay/report discusses the limitations of the theory in the context of the policies analysed and the wider literature. |
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Action points
Ways in which the research, writing and presentation of the essay/report could have been improved
If you require further feedback or clarification you are welcome to contact your tutor and arrange an appointment to meet with them. |
Appendix 3
What does the term HRM mean to you and to what extent is it possible to have policies and practices that meet the needs and objectives of organisations and individuals?