MGN530: Assessment Task Information

Task details

This assessment item requires you to analyse a case study by applying the differentiated HR Architecture models, constructs, and research literature.

This assessment item is worth 30% of your overall grade and is designed for you to develop an awareness of and focus on evidence-based talent management. Following an analysis of the provided case, you need to provide recommendations on how to improve the management of the TM function.

Structure

Cover Page:

Include the title of your case analysis, your name, student number, unit code, and the final word count of your case analysis.

Introduction:

Briefly summarise the case and provide an outline of the report. (~200 words)

Analysis:

Provide your analysis of how well the TM function such as performance management, recruitment and selection, and up-skilling of employee is working at the case organization based on the evidence provided in the case study. Analyse the function, its effectiveness and efficiency using technology, linking it to decent work and strategic human resource management. Support your analysis by relevant literature. (~800 words)

Use appropriate numbered sub-headings (e.g., 2.1, 2.2, 2.3) in this section for effectiveness and efficiency (link them to technology), decent work, and SHRM.

Recommendations:

Develop focused and justified recommendations. Based on your analysis of the case what changes do you recommend for improved effectiveness and efficiency. (~500 words)

References

A minimum of 15 references are expected, comprising at least 10 academic (peer-reviewed journal articles, books & industry reports) and 3-5 online references. More research is better, but you can receive a 6 or 7 with 15 references if your assessment meets ALL other requirements at a high quality. Please use APA7 format for all referencing. See Cite-Write – refer to Studywell on the Library website http://studywell.library.qut.edu.au/. Indent references.

Format

• Use numbered headings and subheadings

• 12 font, single spacing

• Write in formal language. Avoid first and second person pronouns (e.g., I, we and you). Use the 3rd person - “It is suggested…” - to create a sense of emotional detachment and impartiality.

• Ensure that you use non-discriminatory, inclusive language

• Number all pages

• Ensure that the in-text citations and the references listed at the end of the report use APA7 Referencing Style

• Do not include executive summary, table of contents and appendices

Submission information

What you need to do

See task details

Resources available to complete task

• QUT cite|write – APA guide

• QUT library online databases

• QUT library

What you need to submit

One Microsoft Word document that contains the following:

• Assignment Cover Sheet

• Case Study Analysis

Submission requirements

This assessment task must:

• be submitted in electronic format a Microsoft Word document via Canvas, Assignment page