Reference no: EM132482259 , Length: word count:1500

Purpose:

This assessment task will enable students to:

• Develop knowledge of the theories and concepts of human resource management;

• Understand the strategic aims of human resource management

Assignment Task

In the 'war for talent', human resource strategies are increasingly focused on making the organisation an 'employer of choice'. However, meeting the needs of employees is becoming increasingly difficult, as firms face challenges such as globalisation, rapid technological change and the differing needs and expectations of a workforce spanning Baby Boomers to Generation Y.

Select and discuss three current or emerging challenges that human resource practitioners face in meeting the diverse needs of the contemporary workforce. In responding to this task, you may consider academic literature, business publications, credible online material as well as incorporating knowledge and experiences from within your own organization/industry.

Your response should:
- be in essay format, with introduction, body and conclusion
- use Arial font, 11pt., with 1.5 line spacing.
- use Word's "normal" margin setting.
- include references, cited using APA style, from at least (09) credible sources.
- adhere to the word count +/- 10%. Submissions outside this limit may be returned for editing, and marks subtracted at 10% per day for late submission, until re-submitted.

1. Use this template to write your Report.
2. The text in RED is instructional. You should delete it before printing or sending your essay.
3. Keep your sentences short and concise. Use bulleted lists to highlight key points and, and use researched information to assist you in writing.
4. Break up your paragraphs with extra headings if necessary.
5. Source, cite and reference properly and include a reference list in the Appendices. Use APA 6th Edition referencing; try to incorporate active web links; index cititation.
6. Include a word count (excluding references and diagrams).
7. Not all of the suggested information may be applicable to you...think!

Abstract/Introduction - 150 Words
The introduction sets the scene for the whole essay. For an 1500 word essay, this could be a 150 word paragraph (or two paragraphs). The purpose of the introduction is to identify the topic, your point of view and the main reasons for your response.

Often this paragraph includes:

An introductory sentence or two related directly to the particular 'Challenges' you have selected.
A definition or explanation of key terms, cited from your discipline (SHRM).
A clear statement of the focus of the essay or the position being argued (This is your 'thesis' statement).
Sentences that give a clear idea of what the essay will be about (content) and the direction (scope) the essay will take.

Body- 1200 Words

Paragraphs in the body of the essay show your discussion of the main ideas supporting your position or response to the question. Ideas from the scholarly literature give credibility and weight to your argument.

Each paragraph should link with the previous paragraph and may include:

A topic sentence: a statement of the main idea of the paragraph.
Explanation or supporting evidence from the scholarly readings.
Further evidence from your reading to deepen your discussion.
Application of ideas to a scenario or through the use of an example.
Your discussion of, comment on and evaluation of these ideas.
A concluding sentence that brings the paragraph to a close.

Conclusion- 150 Words

The purpose of the conclusion is to summarise and make final evaluative comments. It is important to refer back to the essay question.
This paragraph includes:

A brief summary of the main ideas presented in the essay.
Confirmation of the thesis included in the introduction.
Final evaluative comments on the relative importance of the arguments.

• Comments on the ongoing significance of the topic as an issue that needs further discussion or investigation, including other approaches and predictions.

You will use APA for all Federation University writing.

Attachment:- Assignment Human Resources.rar