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APA Guidelines for HR Management Assignment

This document outlines two assignments for a Strategic Human Resource Management course. The first assignment requires students to choose an organization and provide details about its mission, vision, objectives, organizational hierarchy, and human resource management department functions. The second assignment requires students to research and report on the corporate strategy, business strategy, and functional strategies of the chosen organization. The document provides formatting guidelines for the assignments, including requirements to cite sources and avoid plagiarism. Students must submit the individual assignments by November 17, 2023.

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APA Guidelines for HR Management Assignment

This document outlines two assignments for a Strategic Human Resource Management course. The first assignment requires students to choose an organization and provide details about its mission, vision, objectives, organizational hierarchy, and human resource management department functions. The second assignment requires students to research and report on the corporate strategy, business strategy, and functional strategies of the chosen organization. The document provides formatting guidelines for the assignments, including requirements to cite sources and avoid plagiarism. Students must submit the individual assignments by November 17, 2023.

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COMSATS INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

LAHORE CAMPUS
DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
FALL 2023

COURSE TITLE: Strategic Human Resource Management


CLASS: BBA S7
INSTRUCTOR: Hudda Riaz Total Marks: 10

ASSIGNMENT # 1

Choose one specific organization; it may be a bank, factory or any other organization. Write
down its name and brief introduction. Write down the Mission, Vision and Objectives of that
organization. Write down (or draw) the hierarchy of the overall organization and specifically
Human Resource Management Department of that organization. Mention details about the
functions, tasks and policies of Human Resource Management department of that organization.

Students MUST abide by the following:

 Write title, your name, registration number, course name, instructor’s name, and date of
submission on the first page
 Include table of contents on the second page, so that the solved assignment starts from third
page
 You may take help from text books, websites, journals or newspapers
 Make use of headings and sub-headings
 You must give references (sources of information) at the end of the document in alphabetical
order
 Font size 12, ‘Times New Roman’ is required (Follow complete APA sixth edition
guidelines)
 Use single spacing and justified paragraphs
 Plagiarism will be considered a crime. No copy/paste. You have to write in your own words
 Any two similar assignments will be marked ZERO

Note: This is an individual assignment


Assignment TWO

Find out the business strategy of the organization you have chosen. Majority of organizations
mentions their strategy at their websites or annual reports. Make sure you will be able to find out
the following strategies of the organization:
1. Corporate Strategy
2. Business Strategy
3. Functional/Departmental strategies

Students MUST abide by the following:

 Write title, your name, registration number, course name, instructor’s name, and date of
submission on the first page
 Include table of contents on the second page, so that the solved assignment starts from third
page
 You may take help from text books, websites, journals or newspapers
 Make use of headings and sub-headings
 You must give references (sources of information) at the end of the document in alphabetical
order
 Font size 12, ‘Times New Roman’ is required (Follow complete APA sixth edition
guidelines)
 Use single spacing and justified paragraphs
 Plagiarism will be considered a crime. No copy/paste. You have to write in your own words
 Any two similar assignments will be marked ZERO

Note: This is an individual assignment

Deadline: 17 November, 2023

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Students must provide details about the functions, tasks, and policies of the organization's Human Resource Management department. This involves describing the department's role in strategic planning, recruitment, employee training, development, performance management, and compliance with labor laws, as well as its contribution to organizational objectives .

Describing both the mission and vision helps students understand the strategic direction and purpose of an organization. It encourages them to critically analyze how an organization's goals are aligned with its long-term vision, thus providing a comprehensive insight into strategic management and organizational planning. This process enhances their ability to link theoretical knowledge with practical application .

Incorporating research from diverse sources enriches assignments by providing multiple perspectives and evidence, enabling students to develop well-rounded arguments and insights. It encourages them to incorporate contemporary issues and theoretical frameworks, fostering a deeper understanding of subject matter and the ability to integrate theory with practice. This comprehensive approach broadens students' knowledge base and critical thinking skills .

The insistence on original work encourages student engagement, fostering a more profound understanding of course material. It promotes the development of critical analysis and reflection, as students must construct their arguments and solutions. This requirement ensures students genuinely internalize the information, leading to improved comprehension and the ability to apply concepts in practical scenarios .

The assignment structure requires students to include a title page with their name, registration number, course name, instructor's name, and submission date. A table of contents must be included on the second page, with the solved assignment starting from the third page. Assignments must be written in 'Times New Roman' font size 12, with single spacing and justified paragraphs, following complete APA sixth edition guidelines. Plagiarism is prohibited, and students must write in their own words with appropriate references listed alphabetically at the end .

The individual assignment requirements promote independent critical thinking by necessitating original research and the development of personalized insights. By prohibiting plagiarism and demanding the use of APA guidelines, students must independently gather, analyze, and synthesize information. This approach compels students to engage critically with sources, develop unique arguments, and carefully articulate their understanding, fostering a deeper learning experience .

Abiding by APA guidelines is crucial as it ensures uniformity, credibility, and professional presentation of assignments. Adherence to these standards demonstrates students' ability to follow academic protocols, properly cite sources to avoid plagiarism, and present their research coherently, which are essential skills in both academic and professional settings .

Students are required to provide a hierarchy of the overall organization and specifically of its Human Resource Management department. This requires students to map out the structural relationship and authority chain within the organization, including department roles and leadership positions, to demonstrate their understanding of organizational dynamics .

The pedagogical rationale is to deepen students' understanding of how different levels of strategy interrelate within an organization. By analyzing corporate, business, and functional strategies, students learn to see the broader strategic landscape, understand how strategic decisions influence various organizational levels, and appreciate the strategic alignment across departments. This fosters comprehensive strategic thinking and application skills .

Plagiarism is considered a serious offense and is treated as a crime in the context of the course. Students submitting two similar assignments will receive a score of zero, highlighting the institute's strict policy against academic dishonesty and the emphasis on originality and intellectual integrity .

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