Critical evaluation of HR information
Task
This assessment task has four parts.
A. Evidence-based HRM, a specific application of the broader term, evidence-based management, is a cornerstone in this subject. Using at least two information sources from academic journals ( not more than 10 years old), explain what is meant by this term. Why is this important in HR practice? (200 words)
B. Find any two internet written sources ( not more than 10 years old ) ( industrial journals ) that you believe would be useful to HR Manager in persuading CEO of the strategic value of the HR function in an Organization . (The sources do not need to be used by HR manager in full - they are to inform his presentation.) Briefly, explain how each source might be used to support HR manager's pitch to CEO and the Organization executive team. (300 words)
C. Using the CRAP test, evaluate the two sources that you used in point B above. (500 words) - CRAP format attached herewith. Evaluate each and every journal articles through CRAP test. CRAP test points for just to guide. Do not write the answers in points form. Write in paragraph
D. Draw conclusions regarding the nature of the information that should be used to inform practice. (200 words).
This assessment task will assess the following learning outcome/s:
- be able to provide realistic, theoretically-sound and well-informed technical HR solutions to meet the business requirements of organisations.
- be able to propose and critically evaluate plausible alternative HR solutions to business problems.
- Journal articles should be peer reviewed or should be from renowned sources.
Presentation
- To present your answer, simply list each part using a short heading, and write your answer in sentences and paragraphs. Use 12 point font, 1.5 line spacing.
- Do not number the sections or use dot points in the body of the paper. Include a cover page showing the total word count. The word count includes everything other than the cover page and the reference list. It includes in-text citations and text included in images.
- Do not use footnotes or appendices.
- Reference all sources used with in-text citations and a reference list. Please get across the APA6 referencing system.