Question:
- Must use the Harvard referencing system.
Write a report of 3,000 words to the following brief:
You are required to develop a Human Resource Management business proposal with specific focus on HR operating model (structure), Resourcing and Development. Your recommendations and overall HRM business proposal need to demonstrate considerations on business alignment, a proposal that can assist a SME type company.
- Outline an HR operating model ( Ulrich) which can support any SME. An operating model( Ulrich) that will reinforce business objectives and alignment including efficient approach to the delivery of the HR services to the business. Underline the theories and analysis of the operating model, including advantages and disadvantages of the model selected.
- Outline the resourcing proposition that can assist towards attracting highly skilled talent through innovative approaches. In addition, outline the onboarding methodology (approaches, theories, and best practices) in your proposal enabling new employees to be successful.
- Outline the development considerations in your proposal to enhance all employees’ skills and ability to execute the business strategy. Define what these development proposals are quoting relevant theories and best practices.
- Use correct academic writing technique, including effective structure, grammar, spelling, use of in-text citations, and a full reference list, all of which should use the Harvard referencing convention.
- Organisations (for Benchmarking)
When designing a HRM business proposal it is important that you benchmark your plan and proposed methods. You can use any international organisation of your choice as an example of success and best practice. You must apply critical thinking in your analysis in relation to your selected organisation against the three main areas outlined above.
Before selecting the organisation, you are strongly advised to discuss this with your lecturer and ensure that there is sufficient online material available.
Core Reading
Your work must be fully supported with references (cited in the Harvard style).
Evidence should be used from appropriate sources, such as,
- , C., Jenkins, A., 2019. Introducing Human Resource Management. 8th ed. Pearson.
- P., Kay. R., and Royles. D., 2018. Introduction to Human Resource Development. 3rd Ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
- , G., Kates., A. 2015. Bridging organization design and performance: 5 ways to activate a global operating model. Wiley.
- , S. 2018. Resourcing and Talent Management. London: Kogan Page.
- , J. 2013. Accelerating leadership development practical solutions for building your organizations potential. 1st ed. Ontario: Jossey Bass
- For more extensive list and suggested reading, please also refer to the module/
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