HR485 A8

Unit 8 [HR485: Strategic Human Resource Management]

Unit 8 Assignment: Case Study

Read the Case: Medical Center at the end of Chapter 8.

In answering the questions in the Rubric below, aim for a paper that is 2 to 3 pages in length. Where

appropriate, support your assertions from your Readings and/or your own experiences.

Please Note: Be sure to answer the questions in the Rubric, rather than the questions that follow the

case.

Questions:

1. W hat two HR strategies do you think best align with this performance management approach?

Why?

2. Do you think the new system is really more objective? W hy or why not?

3. W hy do you think that the organization requires documentation for certain ratings?

4. W hat strengths do you see in the new systems? W hat weaknesses do you see in the process?

To successfully complete the projects, the following are the minimum requirements:

 Complete a 2 to 3 page paper in APA format – 12 pt. font, double-spaced, indented

paragraphs, citations, reference list, etc.

 Include introductory and summary paragraphs.

 Limit the use of direct quotations – instead, paraphrase and cite the author's work.

 Reinforce your personal opinions with at least two credible or scholarly research articles (not

to exceed 10-15% of content).

 Demonstrate your understanding of the weekly objective(s) through your response.

 Ensure that a response to each question of the c ase study is included in your paper.

Directions for Submitting Your Assignment

Before you submit your Assignment, you should save your work on your computer in a location and

with a name that you will remember. Make sure your Assignment is in the appropriate format (W ord,

Excel, PowerPoint, or other).

Submit to the Assignment Dropbox.

Unit 8 [HR485: Strategic Human Resource Management]

Unit 8 Assignment

Criteria Possible Points

Points Earned

Content, Focus, Use of Text, and Research: 50%

Identified two HR strategies that best align with the performance

management system.

4

Described why the new system was or was not more objective than the

old system.

4

Described why the organization required documentation for certain

ratings.

4

Described the strengths and weaknesses of the new system and

process.

4

Used at least two credible or scholarly research articles (not to exceed

10-15% of content) to support thoughts.

4

Analysis and Critical Thinking: 30%

Responses demonstrated critical thinking and analysis and exhibited application of information.

12

Spelling, Grammar, APA Format: 20% Clear business writing. Spelling and grammar are acceptable. Effective use of APA.

8

Total 40