MBA HRMA Assg Guidelines July 2014

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PROGRAMME: MBA

MODULE: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

ASSIGNMENT GUIDELINES

Dear Student

Listed below are assignment guidelines:

The assignment consists of 4 questions, all of which must be answered.

All the questions require appropriate research and critical responses. In general, students need

to analyse each question carefully in order to ascertain exactly what is required. Students must

then respond to these requirements in a logical and coherent manner, taking care to

acknowledge all sources of information and ensuring that the question has been answered.

Question 1 Human Resource Planning

There are three parts to this question.

The first part deals with the purpose of human resource planning. A thorough discussion is

required of what HR planning is and its function(s), including why it is necessary and important.

The second part requires a discussion of the problems associated with human resource

planning. Again a thorough discussion is required of the problems HR managers are confronted

with in attempting HR planning.

The third part requires a consideration of the ways in which the identified problems associated

with HR planning may be resolved or attempt to be resolved.


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Question 2 Labour Relations

2.1 Students are required to describe the role(s) of each of the participants in the tripartite

relationship. The answer should begin with an explanation of this relationship and an

identification of the participants. This can then be followed by the description of the

role(s) played by each participant.

2.2 Students are required to provide a comprehensive overview of the three approaches to

labour or employment relations. These approaches should be identified and described

so that the difference(s) between them is apparent.

Question 3 Selection Processes

Questions 3.1 and 3.2 require an evaluation. There are no right or wrong answers here as a

result. However, it is important that student responses to these question contain a justification/

explanation for the viewpoint stated.

In question 3.3 a discussion is required of what a behavioural interview is and the type of

questions that can be asked at such an interview. Students should not simply provide a list of

questions. However, sample questions can be used to explain the notion of a behavioural

interview.

Question 4 Performance Appraisal

The three sub questions in this question must be answered after a consideration of performance

management and the role of performance appraisals. The caselet highlights the human factor in

performance appraisals.

In question 4.1 students must discuss the impact of the appraisal decisions taken by the

supervisor.

In question 4.2, students must recommend what can be done to reduce the negative impact

outlined in question 4.1. Such recommendations must be justified.

In question 4.3, the forced distribution method must be explained before an evaluation can be

made as to whether this will overcome the problem the supervisor created or not.


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Students should ensure that they adhere to the specified formatting guidelines and the word

limit. A minimum of eight sources of information must be utilised and these should not all be

electronic.

Please note that the total marks for both questions 3 and 4 are 20 each (and not 25) and the

assignment will be marked out of 90 marks. The result will be recorded as a percentage.

I take the opportunity to wish you well with your studies.

Any questions can be directed to the below contact person

Mr Osman Seedat

031-3044626

[email protected]
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MBA HRMA Assg Guidelines July 2014