HR Matrix and Data Sources to Resolve HR Issues or Challenges

1.Demonstrate the following knowledge and understanding

Recognise the role of HR matrix and data sources in order to present a clear business focus report to resolve an HR issues/challenge [CIPD LO 5IHR 1 &4].

2. Demonstrate the following skills and abilities

Apply knowledge of HRM theory and practice through conducting small scale research, analyse findings, draw meaningful conclusions and provide recommendations for change.

What am I required to do in this assignment?

You will present a clear business focus report of 2,500 words which resolves an HR issue or challenge from within an organisation, identify the role of the HRM matrix (key areas of HRM) in resolving the issue/challenge, conduct small scale research, analysis findings, apply knowledge of HRM theory and practice to draw conclusions and provide recommendations for change.  

What do I need to do to pass? (Threshold Expectations from UIF)

In order to pass this unit you will need to structure your assignment in the style of a business report, in 2 parts.

Part A:

• Identify an organsation with a contemporary HR issue or challenge and demonstrate that you understand it by presenting the key aspects of the issue or challenge.  
• Explain the responsibility of the relevant HRM function(s) in resolving the issue or challenge.

PART B:

• Benchmark this organization to another organsation by undertaking research which links both HR theory and/or models, using credible academic sources, to identify the possible solutions to the HR issue or challenge.
• Summarizing your research and findings; making relevant recommendations for change.

How do I produce high quality work that merits a good grade?

You may have noticed that the section answering the question “How do I produce high quality work that merits a good grade?” is currently empty. We will be filling this section in together in class in week 8  to make sure you have downloaded/printed out the Assignment Brief and bring it to the session with you.

How does this assignment relate to what we are doing in scheduled sessions?

You will be introduced to decision making techniques and be encouraged to use critical thinking to address activities, case studies and assignments, which build the skills and behaviours consistent with the CIPD professional standards.

You will learn to identify appropriate sources of information for use in a particular tasks, apply theoretical models to given scenarios and learn to develop your own point of view based on evidence.

How will my assignment be marked?

Your assignment will be marked according to the threshold expectations and the criteria on the following page.

You can use them to evaluate your own work and consider your grade before you submit.