BUS 303 Reflective Paper - Effective Human Resources Management (answer attached)

Paper for BUS:303

Reflective Paper

The Reflective Paper should demonstrate understanding of the reading 

assignments as well as the implications of new knowledge. The eight-page paper 

should integrate readings and class discussions into work and life experience. 

It may include explanation and examples from previous experience as well as 

implications for future application.

The purpose of the Reflective Paper is for you to culminate the learning 

achieved in the course by describing your understanding and application of 

knowledge in the field of human resource management.

Focus of the Reflective Paper

The primary function of human resource management is to increase the 

effectiveness and contribution of employees in the attainment of organizational 

goals and objectives. Consider all the areas of HRM that have been discussed in 

class:

• EEO and Affirmative Action,
• Human resources planning, recruitment, and selection,
• Human resources development,
• Compensation and benefits,
• Safety and Health, and
• Employee and labor relations.

Submit a Reflective P. in which you explain how these aspects work 

together to perform that primary function. Are any aspects more important than 

the others? Why or why not? How do you believe the HRM role can be optimized for 

shaping organizational and employee behavior?

The Reflective P. must: (a) identify the main issues in the chosen area, 

(b) demonstrate new learning that has occurred, (c) include class activities or 

incidents that facilitated learning and understanding, (d) identify specific 

current and/or future applications and relevance to your workplace, and (e) 

reflect the potential impact to your future career plans or even in your 

personal life at home. The emphasis of the Reflective Paper should be on parts 

'd' and 'e,' and on the application of new learning. Explore, in depth, the 

benefits of the new learning and understanding that has taken place.