Discuss: At the centre of many HRM approaches to organisational transformation and 
culture change is the concept of the HR professional as change agent. Discuss the role of 
HR in managing change within organisations. 
Format: Essay 
Length: 2000 words 
Assignment information: 
Discuss the role of HR in managing change within organisations. You will need to: 
• Identify and discuss possible catalysts for change 
• Discuss resistance to change 
• Identify potential areas of change management that would involve HR 
• The role of HR professionals in implementing change and the competencies they 
would require 
Use appropriate theories to support your arguments 
Your assignment must be in essay format. However, heading are acceptable. 
CDU Harvard referencing style must be used. 
For the assessment criteria refer to the assessment rubric on learnline.