Task-1
Individual Assignment (Essay). Word limit:
1800 (There are penalties for exceeding the word limit). Worth 20%.
Thoroughly investigate one of the following
topic areas and discuss in relation to Human
Resource Management.
Topic 1: HRM functions must be integrated
with each other and with strategic issues if they are
to make a contribution to HR outcomes or
the ‘bottom line’ for the organisation. Discuss this
statement, with reference to relevant HRM
literature.
Topic 2: Technology is the key to unlocking
the productive potential of human resources.
Do you agree or disagree? Discuss this
statement, with reference to relevant HRM literature.
You
should draw on real-life work situations, research evidence and relevant HRM
literature
beyond your text book to substantiate and
illuminate your viewpoints.
Criteria for Assessment:
demonstrated understanding of the HRM
topic;
quality and completeness of the analysis
and discussion;
ability to analyse critical incidents and
to apply HRM solutions;
Written expression & correct
presentation (format, completed and signed cover page, word
count, line spacing, spell check etc.), and
clarity of expression; and
Evidence of appropriate reading &
research (academic and other relevant journals, text and
reference books), Use of in-text reference,
completion of a full reference list using APA style
