UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA HUMAN RESOURCE GROUP COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Course & Code : SMH 5013 HUMAN RESOURCE

MANAGEMENT I GROUP ASSIGNMENTS [45%] - Students will form small groups of 3-4. 1. GROUP FACILITATION [20%] a) Each group will be assigned ONE chapter portion [refer to the course syllabus] and will lead and facilitate the discussion of that chapter during class. You can find materials from any HRM textbooks and relevant reading materials [at least 2 textbooks and 2 research/academic journal articles]. b) A handout must be provided to the class before your groups presentation. Handouts can be power point slides/outline/photocopied materials/etc.[submit the same to the lecturer] c) Every group member should have some part in leading the group discussion. Remember, your main purpose is to facilitate the class in discussing the issues raised in this section of the text; you are not to lecture the class on this topic. d) Once the discussion of your questions is complete, someone from your group should end the discussion with a clear conclusion or summary concerning what your group feels are the highlights or most important points made in this section. Discussions should be approximately 30 minutes. 2. GROUP ASSIGNMENT: CASE STUDY/CLASS DISCUSSION [25%] a) There will be 5 in-class case studies/topics for the semester. b) Each case will be discussed in the designated groups. c) Each group will make its presentation when call upon by the course lecturer. d) The report will be submitted at the end of the day when it is discussed.- 1 page

II INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENTS [30%] Individual Assignment # 1: A REPORT [20 marks]-CANCEL 1. Discuss the following questions: (a) What are the roles of an HR professional in todays organizations? What are the skills and attributes needed to be a successful human resource practitioner in this era? (b) What are their respective companys HRM practices which are unique or effective? Compare and contrast the two companies HRM practices. (c) What are some of the most current and critical HR issues and challenges faced by HR professional? There are two ways to do this 1

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Interview at least TWO HR professionals from TWO different organizations, or (ii) Find relevant articles on the topic [at least TWO articles]. Each student will prepare a written report about 8-10 pages. *Please type your paper, using Times New Roman font 12, double-spacing.* The report will include a reference list and citations using the APA style. (i)

Individual Assignment # 2: ARTICLE CRITIQUE [15 marks] 1. 2. Choose a topic related to human resource management [e.g. human resource planning, recruitment, selection, training, performance management, compensation, etc.]. Search and select TWO [2] academic journal articles relating to the topic you have chosen. a. The articles must be recent [2007-2011] from the HRM literature b. The articles must be at least 8 pages each and must be research-based Read and analyze the articles, and prepare a written report/critique on the article. The report/critique should be 5-7 pages. The following must be addressed in your report:a. Identify the issue[s] or trend[s] addressed in the articles. b. Briefly summarize the key information presented in each article. c. Explain why you believe the issue[s] or trend[s] is[are] significant to the practice of HRM and describe what impact you think it will have on the practice of HRM in organizations. You must provide your arguments/ views on the issues discussed in the articles and justify/support your argument/views with relevant reading materials [textbooks/other journal articles/etc.]. Edit and proofread your report, and attach a photocopy of the articles you used. *Please type your paper, using Times New Roman font 12, doublespacing* The report will include a reference list and citations using the APA style.

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NOTE: Both professionalism and creativity are encouraged in all assignments and presentations. It is strongly recommended that groups use PowerPoint slides for their key points. Each student will be asked to submit reports which should be typed, double-spaced, and error-free in spelling, grammar, etc. Include all supporting documentation as appendices at the end of your report. Since cooperation will be critical to the success of each group project, students who do not cooperate or contribute their fair share of effort in the total project (as judged by the instructor and their peers) risk having their grade lowered by one. You are expected to work together to accomplish the assigned tasks. Remember that with e-mail and file attachments, a great deal of work can be accomplished without all team members being physically present in the same place at the same time. Note on PLAGIARISM Please be aware that UUM and the College of Business will not tolerate any form of plagiarism by students in their term papers, projects, or examination. The penalty 2

for plagiarism is an F for the course, fine, and if found guilty by the University Disciplinary Committee, it is grounds for suspension and academic dismissal. The American Psychological Association (APA) defines Plagiarism as representing portions of anothers work or data as [your] own, even if the other work or data source is cited occasionally (http://www.apa.org/ethics/code2002.htm1#8_11). Candidates may be guilty of plagiarism if they use someone elses work as their own without citing the source in their dissertation. This includes direct copying, rephrasing, summarizing, taking someone elses idea and putting it in different words, or directly quoting passages or ideas but citing the work as a general source. Please refer to the APA Publication Manual (2001) as a guide in citing and referencing other peoples work to avoid being accused of plagiarism. Some Additional Important Notes 1. I expect you to attend all classes. Attendance will be taken. 2. Come to class prepared (i.e., go through the textbook and other readings) for discussions and participation. 3. I encourage you to consult me should you have any queries. My e-mail is noriz@uum.edu.my or ijansmsk@yahoo.com 4. Assignments are due on the date specified, without exception. PLEASE MEET ALL DEADLINES. DUE DATES FOR YOUR ASSIGNMENTS are: a. Group Facilitation will be due on allocated dates based on the course syllabus. b. Group Assignment will be due after each case study/class discussion. c. Individual Report will be due by . d. Article Critique #1 will be due by .. e. Article Critique #2 will be due by .