The objective of this project is to demonstrate your understanding of the functions human resources management by preparing a job analysis, selecting methods for recruitment and identify the steps to evaluate performance.

In this project you are asked to develop a human resource report for a company you have worked for in the past OR for a company that you would like to work for in the future.

Project Guidelines.

The human resource report should be made up of

Research: In this project you are expected to research information and reference the concepts cover in the text and classroom. (All sources must be cited and referenced)

Your research should focus on current HRM theories and best practise models for leadership.

This part of the plan should explain the how and why?

Application on Theory: The human resource report that you develop should include examples of human resource tools that would used by Human Resources Managers such as:

Job descriptions

Job specifications

Job applications

Job postings

Performance Plans.

Analysis and Observations: In your human resource plan you are expected to explain the implication of the Human Resource function on the business or organization. How does good human resource management enhance productivity and quality. What role does human resources management play on strategic steps and success on the business.

Pick a company for you report. The human resources plan should be based on a company that you have worked for in the past or a company you would like to work for in the future.

An introduction and background summary of the type of business your human resource report will be based on. This should be a paragraph or two. Keep this section brief however you should explain the nature of the business (what sector), the size of the business (how many employees) and where the business is location. It would be helpful if you explain if the business is a place where you have worked or where you would like to work. (This part is up to you, make sure you chose a business that you know something about)

The body of your report should include the following topics.

Job Analysis and Design: In this section, you are to prepare a job analysis as well as developing a job description or job specification sheet. Explain the purpose of the job analysis and create the following forms.

Questionnaire

Job Description

Job Specifications

Recruitment and Selections: In this section of the report, describe the process of recruitment and selection at your chosen company. Discuss the different approaches to recruitment and selection. Choose an effective method for recruitment and selection. This section should include examples of:

Job postings (prepare a sample job posting and describe how the position will be advertised (on-line, newspaper, job board etc)

Job interview (prepare a list of sample interview questions and evaluation criteria)

Job selection process – describe how application will be selected. What method of evaluation and selection will be used)

Performance Management and Job Evaluation: In this section describe the steps required to conduct job evaluations and performance management.

Performance appraisals: Develop a sample of a performance evaluation

Describe methods of evaluation performance and the strengths and weaknesses of the different approaches to employee evaluation.

Conclusion and observations: In this section you are expected to explain the implications of the Human Resource function on the business or organization. How does good human resource management enhance productivity and quality. What role does human resources management play on the strategic direction and success of the business. What did you learn from the research you conducted. What are the current trends in human resources, what can we expect in the future.

Your paper use 1.5 pt spacing, 12 fonts. Include a title page and work cited on a separate page. All sources (including the text book) must be referenced using APA reference style. Aim for 5-7 pages of description, analysis and discussion. (This does NOT include title page, photos, appendices, charts, or the bibliography).