ASSIGNMENT 1
ASSIGNMENT FOR UNIT 1.
PLEASE ALL SOLUTIONS MUST FOLLOW THE APA 7 FORMAT WITH IN-TEXT CITATIONS AND REFERENCES AT LEAST 3-4. ALSO MUST HAVE AN INTRODUCTION STATING THE ISSUES WITH DEFINITIONS WHERE APPLICABLE AND THE BODY THE SOLUTIONS AND A CONCLUSION AND WHERE APPLICABLE A RECOMMENDATION ATTACHED ARE THE RUBICS FOR THE SOLUTIONS.
BUS 5511 HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Written Assignment (3 pages in length)
Your paper should consider various models of Human Resources and the variety of roles HRM plays within an organization. In your paper, address the following questions:
1. Explain the role of Human Resource Management in organizations today. Which competencies do you consider core for your organization and why?
2. Which core competencies do you anticipating needing tomorrow?
3. Could these competencies change? Why?
4. How do Human Resources functions evolve to stay viable within organizations?
Submit a paper which is 3 pages in length, exclusive of the reference page, and double-spaced. The paper should cite sources independent of the textbooks using APA format.
Assessment Criteria
· Content - presentation of relevant and legitimate information that clearly supports a central purpose or argument and displays evidence of a thoughtful, in-depth analysis of a significant topic.
· Use of References / Evidence - Reference information from a variety of relevant, quality sources and are synthesized into the work to strengthen/build upon the stated arguments
· Organization - ideas are arranged logically to support the purpose or argument. They flow smoothly from one to another and are clearly linked to each other.
· Synthesis & Conclusion - Information is logically and creatively organized with smooth transitions. Presents a logical explanation for findings.
Portfolio Activity 3 PAGES + Attach the list of your pre-interview questions to the document you submit.
· Attach a photocopy/copy of the Thank You note you sent to your interviewee.
Arrange an interview with a senior executive/partner/principal of a firm, preferably a business you are interested in. The manager must have EMPLOYEE supervision responsibilities. Your task in this interview is to identify the interviewee’s orientation and business philosophy toward key human resource management functions. A face-to-face interview is highly recommended, however, a phone interview is acceptable.
The interviewee should not be:
· A family member
· A former supervisor
· A person from your current or past places of employment
PRIOR TO THE INTERVIEW
Develop a list of approx. 10 human resource related questions you will ask that cover recruitment, staffing, staff motivation, employee development, and employee appraisal. (In your priority order). One question must cover the Supervisors viewpoint on the “competitive advantage through people”. I am available to review your questions if you desire feedback.
DELIVERABLE
Prepare a three-page, double-spaced paper that summarizes the responses and your analysis of the interview including:
· What you learned about supervising/managing others? Did you learn anything new? Did the interview clear up any misconceptions you had about HR and HR management?
· What did you agree with and disagree with?
· What was (were) the most memorable part(s) of the interview? Why?
· How did the responses of your interviewee compare to class readings and class discussions this far?
· What was the interviewee's thoughts on the “competitive advantage through people"?
· Summarize the interview and include your thoughts and feelings towards the professional you interviewed. Did you walk away with an overall view of this person's philosophy and values as they relate to HR management?
· Critically reflect on your own perceptions of HR management. What beliefs did you have going into the interview about HR management? Has anything changed for you?
Please write an email or note to the person you interviewed thanking him/her for their time.
Hand in:
· A maximum of three pages, double-spaced
· Include a cover page which indicates clearly the full name of the interviewee, their position title, their organization, address, date, type of interview (face to face or phone)
· Attach the list of your pre-interview questions to the document you submit.
· Attach a photocopy/copy of the Thank You note you sent to your interviewee.
PLEASE ALL QUESTIONS HAS TO BE ANSWERED.
BUS 5611 MANAGING PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS
Written Assignment 2 PAGES
Imagine that you have recently finished your MBA and have a company that has entered the arena of Project Management. During your interview, you are told that project management is not something that the company has always done. In fact, the company began as a retail software design company. As the company grew from small to medium-sized, it became apparent that they needed to employ Project Managers to help their clients rollout the use of their software and not leave the PM to the client. As their newest hire, you have been asked to create a proposal for the management team to consider the installation of a bonafide Project Management Department. Your duty is to prepare a concise (about 2-pages) proposal addressing the value of robust project management approach will bring to the company. Be as concise as possible and ensure that at least three key benefits are clearly emphasized.
In order to build your argumentation you have at your disposal the following reference information:
- A PMI´s (Project Management Institute) paper discussing the project management benefits: The Value of Project Management ( http://www.pmi.org/Business-Solutions/~/media/PDF/Business-Solutions/Value%20of%20Project%20Management_FINAL.ashx ).
Paper Assessment Criteria:
· Overall Content - Balanced presentation of relevant and legitimate information that clearly supports a central purpose or argument and displays evidence of a thoughtful, in-depth analysis of a significant topic.
· Research and References - Reference information from a variety of relevant, quality sources and are synthesized into the work to strengthen/build upon the stated arguments.
· Organization - The ideas are arranged logically to support the purpose or argument. They flow smoothly from one to another and are clearly linked to each other.
· Synthesis and conclusion - paper is logically and creatively organized with smooth transitions. Presents a logical explanation for findings.